This is an exciting time for the foundation. We are expanding our grant making and other activities, and adding new staff. There is tremendous opportunity for personal and professional growth with this position.

The Development Manager will report to the Executive Director, and will work closely with the Fundraising Consultant and other staff, as well as the Board of Directors.

We are seeking a Development Manager to be responsible for the overall integrity of the foundation’s fundraising program. S/he will contribute independently and as a member of the team to the overall fundraising efforts of the organization by performing the essential functions listed below.

Database Management
• Record gifts and generate gift acknowledgments weekly
• Create new records, update address information, notes, relationships, and

   other pertinent information in records as needed
• Manage mail appeals twice each year
 
Donor Services
•    Using the database and other sources of information, match donor interests

      with funding opportunities in the Brookline community
•    Manage donor recognition opportunities, such as notes, events and telephone

      calls

General
•    Work closely with the team on communications and development
•    Staff the board development committee


Experience and Skills Required
•    Intellectual curiosity
•    Willingness to take initiative
•    Seriousness of purpose
•    Absolute attention to detail
•    Strong writing skills
•    Strong database skills
•    Experience with fundraising and/or nonprofit organizations


This is a full-time, salaried position.

Send resume and cover letter:

Molly Paul, Executive Director
mpaul@brooklinecommunity.org