Development Manager

Future Ready Five

Future Ready Five is a nonprofit collective working with a team of Central Ohio partners to develop a plan to ensure that all children in Franklin County will be ready for kindergarten by 2030. The kindergarten readiness plan, known as Future Ready by 5, focuses on creating the systemic change needed to make certain every child, family, and community have the support they need to enter school kindergarten ready because, when children show up ready for kindergarten, they lead more productive lives. Future Ready Five is committed to supporting a culture of collaboration and action by ensuring our data-driven employees have access to cutting-edge insights, technology, and training.

Position Summary

Job Title: Manager, Development

Position Overview: Future Ready Five is seeking a seasoned fundraiser to join its tight-knit team. In this role, the fundraiser will use expert communication skills and a keen sense of initiative to spot fundraising opportunities, develop relationships with potential donors, and manage fundraising campaigns. By coordinating events, writing proposals, and recruiting and leading volunteers, the fundraiser will hone speaking, writing, and leadership abilities while moving Future Ready Five closer to its financial goals.

The ideal candidate will be motivated, professional, and organized and have a knack for research. We’re looking for someone who believes in the mission of Future Ready Five and has exceptional drive for furthering our fundraising efforts as well as strategizing and delivering on new ones.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet the organization’s annual revenue goals.

· Research individuals, corporations, and foundations that are interested in gift giving.

· Write grant applications and fund-raising proposals.

· Plan and execute special events that engage donors and volunteers and raise funds for the organization.

· Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to develop and execute effective donor communications and marketing materials.

· Monitor and analyze fundraising data to evaluate performance and adjust strategies as needed.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, sales, business administration, nonprofit management, or a related field.

· Minimum of 3 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling donor communications and marketing materials.

· Strong leadership and organizational skills

· Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, Board members, and volunteers.

· Experience with fundraising software and donor databases.

· This role requires flexibility, with the ability to work well under tight deadlines and respond to rapidly changing demands and fulfill efficient follow-ups.

• Must be extremely organized and highly disciplined, with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Must possess excellent project management skills and prioritize tasks, and drive our fund raising plan.
• Passion for mission driven and project work.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the willingness to be engaged in multiple projects at once.
• Professional business attire and appearance required.

• This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are a motivated and experienced fundraising professional with a passion for making a difference in the community, we encourage you to apply.

Future Ready Five

Future Ready Five is a nonprofit collective working with a team of Central Ohio partners to develop a plan to ensure that all children in Franklin County will be ready for kindergarten by 2030. The kindergarten readiness plan, known as Future Ready by 5, focuses on creating the systemic change needed to make certain every child, family, and community have the support they need to enter school kindergarten ready because, when children show up ready for kindergarten, they lead more productive lives. Future Ready Five is committed to supporting a culture of collaboration and action by ensuring our data-driven employees have access to cutting-edge insights, technology, and training.

Position Summary

Job Title: Manager, Development

Position Overview: Future Ready Five is seeking a seasoned fundraiser to join its tight-knit team. In this role, the fundraiser will use expert communication skills and a keen sense of initiative to spot fundraising opportunities, develop relationships with potential donors, and manage fundraising campaigns. By coordinating events, writing proposals, and recruiting and leading volunteers, the fundraiser will hone speaking, writing, and leadership abilities while moving Future Ready Five closer to its financial goals.

The ideal candidate will be motivated, professional, and organized and have a knack for research. We’re looking for someone who believes in the mission of Future Ready Five and has exceptional drive for furthering our fundraising efforts as well as strategizing and delivering on new ones.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet the organization’s annual revenue goals.

· Research individuals, corporations, and foundations that are interested in gift giving.

· Write grant applications and fund-raising proposals.

· Plan and execute special events that engage donors and volunteers and raise funds for the organization.

· Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to develop and execute effective donor communications and marketing materials.

· Monitor and analyze fundraising data to evaluate performance and adjust strategies as needed.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, sales, business administration, nonprofit management, or a related field.

· Minimum of 3 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling donor communications and marketing materials.

· Strong leadership and organizational skills

· Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, Board members, and volunteers.

· Experience with fundraising software and donor databases.

· This role requires flexibility, with the ability to work well under tight deadlines and respond to rapidly changing demands and fulfill efficient follow-ups.

• Must be extremely organized and highly disciplined, with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Must possess excellent project management skills and prioritize tasks, and drive our fund raising plan.
• Passion for mission driven and project work.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the willingness to be engaged in multiple projects at once.
• Professional business attire and appearance required.

• This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are a motivated and experienced fundraising professional with a passion for making a difference in the community, we encourage you to apply.