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SHARP Literacy hiring Development Manager

April 27, 2015 by SHARP Literacy Leave a Comment

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Job Description

SHARP Literacy seeks a dynamic and passionate individual who will manage the donor database, maintain donor records and create acknowledgment letters. The Development Manager will coordinate all aspects of special events, manage marketing and public relations activities and assist in prospect research and grant writing. Additionally, this person will perform administrative functions to support the development department. 

Primary Functions and Responsibilities

  1. Event Coordination
    • Coordinate all activities connected to SHARP’s signature fundraising event and other third party fundraisers
    • Coordinate and train volunteers, manage on-line registration, prepare collaterals and act as the liaison with vendors
    • Solicit donors for events, annual campaign and assist with cultivation and stewardship of current donors
    • Record gifts, track revenue, generate invoices, and prepare acknowledgment letters
  2. Database Management
    • Record incoming pledges and gifts and generate acknowledgment letters of receipt
    • Manage mailing lists and keep donor management system organized and operational to ensure accurate and pertinent data
    • Assist in preparation of necessary materials for solicitation of donors and prospects
    • Produce development financial reports for internal and external use
  3. Communications, Marketing, Public Relations
    • Oversee SHARP’s outreach efforts; produce printed and electronic newsletters, annual reports, and press releases; guide website and social media strategy; and manage photo archive
  4. Grants and Reports Management
    • Works with the VP of Fund Development to identify donor opportunities, match with program needs, and write grants that fit needs
    • Gather outcomes data, conduct prospect research, and write grants that fit program needs
    • Maintain a grants calendar and submit mid-year and end of year reports, as required
    • Coordinate with accounting staff to reconcile accounting and revenue receipts

Skills and Qualifications

  1. Bachelor’s degree required, with two or more years of experience in fundraising or related skills
  2. Strong computer skills, including demonstrated experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Creative Suite and donor database software; Raiser’s Edge experience strongly preferred
  3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills
  4. Prefer previous experience organizing events, writing grants and managing volunteers
  5. Time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects are necessary
  6. Must have a passion for the SHARP Literacy Mission

How to Apply

Interested parties should email a letter of interest, resume, contact information for three references and salary requirements to:
Nandini Sinha

VP of Fund Development

Nandini@sharpliteracy.org

414-410-3203

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