Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in finance, marketing, public relations, or related field required., 8 years of experience in development, fundraising, or related fields, preferably in a nonprofit setting., Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills are essential., Master's degree and grant writing experience preferred..

Key responsabilities:

Oversee and enhance fundraising and membership programs, managing a portfolio of $1 million in development revenue.

Collaborate with senior management to identify funding needs and develop fundraising strategies.

Cultivate relationships with donors and sponsors, acting as the main point of contact during events.

Plan and implement grant programs, including research, writing, and compliance.

Job description

Are you passionate about advancing cancer research and promoting health equity? Look no further! The Association of American Cancer Institutes (AACI) is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Development Manager to join our team.

About Us: AACI represents over 100 leading academic and freestanding cancer research centers in North America. Our mission? Accelerating progress against cancer by enhancing the impact of academic cancer centers.

AACI is seeking an experienced Development Manager to oversee and enhance all aspects of our fundraising and membership programs. This position will play a crucial role in identifying, cultivating, securing, and stewarding both active and prospective donors and sponsors. The Development Manager will report directly to the Executive Director and provide necessary oversight for events and programs as needed.

This position offers work-from-home flexibility and some travel to events and meetings a few times per year as required.

We are seeking candidates with proven experience in fundraising, development, or a related field, preferably within a nonprofit organization.

Responsibilities:

Works collaboratively with the executive director and finance department in developing, managing, staffing and implementing fundraising activities in support of all meetings, programs, and the association's overall fiscal year goals and managing a portfolio of $1 million in development revenue. Works with the Executive Director and senior management to understand the funding needs of each event and program, and works with colleagues toward realizing those goals. Meets with senior management to gauge the organization's needs and brainstorm ideas for fundraising programs for the coming year. Secures and manages memberships in Corporate Roundtable and Tech Gold by building and cultivating relationships. Manages all membership and fundraising activities associated with the association, providing necessary oversight and guidance for the events and programs as needed. Researches and manages new opportunities for association funding. Responsible forplanning and implementing grant programs, including grant research, writing, program design, compliance, and reporting.
Establishes and maintains relationships with current fundraising organizations and/or donors while developing opportunities to build new partnerships. Responsible for cultivating long-term relationships and retaining donors through consistent communications, exceptional engagement, timely solicitation and relevant stewardship. Act as the main point of contact for sponsors, ensuring they are engaged and supported throughout the event planning and execution process. Manages all assigned activities and fundraising initiatives and attends events as appropriate/required. Meet and greet supporters at events as appropriate and be the direct point of contact for all supporter activities during the event. Manages all other stages of department-specific fundraising initiative planning and execution as needed. Serves as staff liaison for corporate roundtable meetings. Schedules annual meetings with new and existing supporters to share AACI's mission and impact and discuss yearly goals and objectives for collaborations.
Work with the Programs Department to identify projects and support opportunities to involve corporate members and supporters. Present the projects to secure participation and any funding associated. Responsible for sharing deliverables from projects with those involved and other corporate members. Develop and present strong, compelling cases for support to attract new corporate and foundation funding partners to AACI's mission and impact.

Bachelors degree in finance, marketing, advertising, public relations, communications, liberal arts, journalism, business or related field and 8 years of experience in Development, communications, business, special event management, volunteer management, corporate community relations or related field required.

Master's Degree Preferred.

Experience with development and/of fundraising in a health care, education or community non-profit setting preferred.
Grant writing experience a plus.
Ability to independently manage projects and events from concept to completion. An understanding of how to develop strategic goals and define metrics for program areas.
Ability to develop and manage an overall development budget. Strong organizational and project management skills. Ability to respond quickly to changing priorities. Capacity to work independently and as part of a team to fulfill goals of the department.
Adept at developing and providing compelling presentations to prospects - public speaking experience helpful.
Strong written, verbal, interpersonal and problem-solving skills and the ability to work with many different people such as donors, volunteers, members, vendors and staff. Ability to present a professional image of the association and articulate mission and values of the association.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to meet deadlines. Team oriented; works well within group situations. Willingness to work evenings/weekends when needed.
Ability to work professionally in a deadline-driven environment. Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and pacing.
High level of enthusiasm, initiative, motivation and self-direction.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.

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