Development Manager - SustainableHR PEO

Wauwatosa, WI

About the Job

Join Our Team at The Ability Center

Located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, The Ability Center is a leader in inclusive recreation, recognized nationally for adaptive recreation and play opportunities for people of all abilities. Our mission is to provide people impacted by disabilities with daily opportunities to be fit, active, healthy, and to play. We envision building communities where all abilities can enjoy health, wellness, and recreation. Our goal is to transform greater Milwaukee into the world's most universally inclusive recreation destination, enhancing the quality of life for people of all abilities. Our core values are inclusion, collaboration, partnership, family, and community.

How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and three professional references in ONE PDF to: Emily Kittell, Senior Development Director, emily@tacwi.org.

Position Summary:

The Development Manager is a dynamic, creative, and organized individual who will help our mission-driven nonprofit thrive and grow. This position plays a critical role in donor stewardship, corporate sponsorship, and fundraising. The Development Manager is responsible for developing and growing donor stewardship for various revenue streams and corporate engagement. This full-time position reports directly to the Senior Director of Development.

Responsibilities:

Lead the implementation of donor stewardship, corporate sponsorship, and fundraising strategies with the Senior Director of Development.
Discover corporate social responsibility and workplace giving objectives of donor companies.
Align opportunities with The Ability Center’s mission and create engagement initiatives.
Review and suggest improvements for the Corporate Sponsorship Program.
Actively solicit and engage past, current, and potential corporate relationships.
Assist in creating marketing materials, deliverables, narratives, and reports.
Track donor relationships and revenue.
Conduct research on current and potential donors with the development team.
Support external and internal development activities, including attending meetings and coordinating with volunteers and staff.
Lead the management and growth of the Corporate Sponsorship Program with support from the Senior Development Director.
Collaborate closely with the Senior Director of Development, Director of Major Gifts, and Marketing and Development Assistant.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Development and Executive Director.

Qualifications and Experience:

Strong commitment and passion for The Ability Center's mission.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, effective with diverse audiences including board members, volunteers, staff, donors, executives, potential funding partners, and participants.
High attention to detail.
Creative and responsive attitude toward campaign management.
Ability to maintain donor confidentiality.
Knowledge of donor relationships, research, proposal/pitch creation, and reporting.
Understanding of philanthropy in a non-profit context.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; detail-oriented, organized, focused, and goal-oriented, with high initiative and energy, as well as problem-solving skills.
Exceptional customer/donor service.
Ability to complete tasks with little to no supervision.
Self-motivated with good organizational and strong interpersonal skills; ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent).
Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising, campaign management, and/or sales.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
Comfortable working in a busy office environment and multitasking.
Detail-oriented and solution-focused.

Start Date: Immediately
Salary Range: Full-time, $50,000-$55,000 (commensurate with experience)
How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and three professional references in ONE PDF to: Emily Kittell, Senior Development Director, emily@tacwi.org.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

4 hour shift
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Experience: Fundraising: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute: Wauwatosa, WI (Required)

Ability to Relocate: Wauwatosa, WI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wauwatosa, WI

About SustainableHR PEO:

It doesn’t matter if you own a small firm that employs 3 or 4 people or are a larger organization that has more than 100 employees. We’ve always believed people are at the center of any successful organization. Our PEO was built on our commitment to providing personalized and customized service to every client we serve, making us an extension of your professional family. We are honored that small- to mid-sized businesses throughout Wisconsin have relied on our extensive expertise to help them nurture growth and sustainability.One of the primary challenges faced by small businesses during expansion is managing the increasing volume and complexity of HR-related tasks. By outsourcing these responsibilities to a PEO like SustainableHR PEO, small businesses can drastically streamline their HR processes, leading to increased efficiency and productivity. Key areas where a PEO can support small businesses include:Talent Acquisition: PEOs can assist small businesses in identifying, recruiting, and onboarding top talent. Access to recruiting platforms, job posting services, and skilled HR personnel can significantly enhance a small business’s hiring processes

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