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Development Manager
Program: Casa Esperanza, Inc.
Type: Full-time
Reports To: Planning and Compliance Director
Date Posted: 08/11/2010
Application Due: Open Until Filled

SUMMARY: The Development Manager will work with the Program Directors, Director of Planning and Compliance, Deputy Director, and the Executive Director as needed, to address key short-term and long-term fundraising needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Work with the Director of Planning and Compliance and the Deputy Director in developing both annual and long-term fundraising and sustainability plans
Coordinate and implement grant research
Write, edit and oversee preparation of grant proposals for city, state, federal funding, as well as foundations and corporations
Develop project timeline and checklist for each proposal
Ensure coordinated continuum of care by developing affiliation agreements with appropriate outside service providers including: medical, housing, financial, and other services
Produce letters of acknowledgement and work with the Director of Planning and Compliance on outreach correspondence
Create a calendar including all events and proposal deadlines
Maintain database of corporate, individual and foundation donors and prospects and assisting in development of database
Coordinate annual fundraiser and other special events
Coordinate the conception, creation and production of marketing and public relations materials such as web design, web content, brochures, mailings, press kits and flyers
Create and manage event related data such as attendance records, contributors, invitation lists, and records of acknowledgements
Coordinate and implement all communications plans through the timely production and placement of collateral materials, newsletters, media pieces, website, and presentations
Produce quarterly agency e-newsletter
Attend fundraising professional development events
Provide administrative support as needed

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Journalism, Business or similar major.
Proven fundraising track record and proven experience in grant writing and major donor development
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Publisher.
Database (Access) experience a plus.
Experience with Dreamweaver or other web design software preferred.
Experience with layout and design software preferred.
Experience conducting web research and internet proficiency required
Strong attention to detail
Self-starter with a strong work ethic and a sense of humor
Ability to work independently
Flexibility to handle multiple tasks
Strong writing skills
Bilingual Spanish/English preferred
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle exposure to sensitive information.
Ability to work with a diverse group of people

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