Advancement Manager- Coachella Valley 2026

Job Title: Advancement ManagerDepartment: AdvancementReports To: Friends of the Children Coachella Valley Executive DirectorStatus: Full-TimeLocation: Coachella Valley, CAPOSITION SUMMARYThe Advancement Manager plays a vital role in advancing the mission of Friends of the Children Coachella Valley by cultivating meaningful relationships with donors, partners, volunteers, staff, and community stakeholders throughout the Coachella Valley. Guided by the Friends of the Children values, this role supports fundraising and engagement efforts centered on long-term youth mentoring, while fostering a long-term community investment. The Advancement Manager serves as a local champion for Friends of the Children, helping to change the way the Coachella Valley supports and views our most vulnerable youth, and supports a one-of-a-kind long-term mentoring model.VALUES IN ACTIONAt Friends of the Children, our values guide how we work and lead. They apply to our youth, team, volunteers, and partners. The Advancement Manager is expected to model these values in all interactions, using them to inform decisions, build trust-based relationships, collaborate across teams, and represent Friends of the Children Coachella Valley with integrity, humility, and respect.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESDonor & Community EngagementBuild and steward long-term sustainable relationships with individual donors, local businesses, foundations, and community partners across the Coachella ValleySupport donor cultivation and stewardship through meetings, site visits, events, and personalized communicationServe as a visible and engaged representative of Friends of the Children Coachella Valley throughout the communityPartner with the Executive Director and board members to support local fundraising, advancement, and engagement effortsBe able to actively engage and energize staff, volunteers, board members, committee members, alumni, partners, and funders in identified activitiesFundraising & AdvancementSupport the development and growth of a major gifts programAssist with donor prospecting, research, tracking, and follow-upLead annual fund initiatives, campaigns, and special appeals at the chapter levelCoordinate donor acknowledgments, stewardship materials, and impact reportingEnsure fundraising practices align with organizational values and ethical standardsExpand local revenue-generating and fundraising activities to support existing program operations and annual chapter growthEvents & Volunteer EngagementPlan and execute chapter fundraising and engagement events that reflect the culture and values of the Coachella Valley communitySupport volunteer, partner, and ambassador engagement effortsEnsure events are inclusive, mission-centered, well-executed, and beneficialStorytelling & CommunicationsCollaborate with program and communications staff to share youth impact stories responsibly and respectfullySupport values-aligned storytelling that centers youth strengths and long-term outcomesAssist with local communications, including newsletters, donor engagement, and community outreach materialsSystems, Reporting & AccountabilityMaintain accurate donor and engagement recordsTrack fundraising and engagement metrics to prepare reports as neededSupport compliance with ethical fundraising practices and donor confidentialityQUALIFICATIONSRequiredMust be a self-starter and goal-drivenBachelor's degree or equivalent experienceExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExperience with donor CRMs and fundraising systemsCommitment to community building, education, and youth-centered workStrong relationship-building skills and comfort engaging with diverse stakeholders.Five years of experience in non-profit fundraising, major gift development, and/or related fieldsAbility to work evenings and weekends as needed for meetings, events, and community engagementPreferredBilingual English/SpanishExperience in the start-up of a business or non-profitExperience with youth-serving or community-based organizationsKnowledge of the Coachella Valley community and philanthropic landscapeKey CompetenciesCollaboration, adaptability, and initiativeCultural humility and community awarenessValues-driven and relationship-centered approachStrong organization, follow-through, and attention to detail.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environmentCompensation & BenefitsSalary range: $80-90K, depending on experienceA robust, cohesive Local and National team committed to chapter success, innovation, and high standardsBenefits include health insurance, retirement plan, generous paid time off, and extensive professional development opportunitiesApplications without cover letters will not be considered; please use this as an opportunity to convey why you want to be Advancement Manager for Friends of the Children Coachella Valley.Friends of the Children is growing rapidly as communities across the country are experiencing the power of how "One" changes a child's story: One Friend. One Child. 12+ years. No matter what.Friends of the Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to addressing discriminatory practices. The equal employment opportunity policy of Friends of the Children provides fair and equal opportunities for all employees and job applicants. Friends of the Children hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.To learn more about Friends of the Children go to: https://friendscoachellavalley.org/