Annual Giving Manager

Annual Giving ManagerFundraising - Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAnnual Giving ManagerCape Eleuthera Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1997 to support transformational educational experiences with the mission of leadership effecting change on the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. The Foundation’s Philadelphia-based (and remote) team raises funds to help young people realize their potential, explore academics outside of traditional classroom walls, gain perspective on cultures different from their own, and make a positive impact on their world. The Foundation is the main grantor of The Island School, which delivers unique educational journeys through the High School Semester and Summer Term programs, the Deep Creek Middle School, the Elementary Learning Center, and Community Engagement and Partnerships in conjunction with research and sustainable development work done at the Cape Eleuthera Institute, our research and innovation hub. We are reimagining what education is for, and redesigning how education is delivered.Job SummaryWe are seeking a passionate, organized, and entrepreneurial professional to join our team as Annual Giving Manager. In this newly created role on our development team, reporting to the Assistant Director, you will oversee the planning and execution of annual fund initiatives within the framework of a four-year comprehensive campaign. Working with the Director of Leadership Giving and the Leadership Giving Officer, you will also manage donor stewardship and administrative processes that ensure donors are recognized and engaged. Responsibilities include coordinating gift acknowledgements, maintaining accurate donor records in Salesforce, managing incoming development office correspondence, and overseeing stewardship reporting, such as annual endowment reports. This role requires a detail-oriented and organized individual who can manage multiple projects while maintaining strong communication with donors and internal team members. This is a full-time position without supervisory responsibilities.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAnnual Giving Create, execute, and oversee annual fund campaigns: Giving Day, CONCHtribution, Class Gift Campaigns with the Leadership Giving Officer, mid-year and end-of-year annual giving, and other Annual Fund initiatives throughout the year Write creative and inspiring appeals, contribute to storytelling, and collaborate with the Communications & Marketing Supervisor on a social media plan to keep donors engaged and informedUtilize the GiveCampus platform to create all campaigns and coordinate all gift entries into SalesforceWith the Assistant Director, implement a strategic plan for a comprehensive Annual Fund effort to grow revenue that includes donor journeys and diverse engagement strategiesManage assigned portfolio (approximately 25 individuals) and develop, implement, and drive cultivation and solicitation strategies to secure annual fund gifts up to $25,000 Initiate or further relationships through proactive and strategic contact with prospects toward solicitation and closure Complete 10-15 meetings per year with donors (by phone or Zoom)Make face-to-face solicitations as appropriateInvolve additional staff or volunteers as neededWork with the Assistant Director and the Alumni Relations Manager to cultivate new donors, retain existing donors, including alumni, and inspire them to move up the pipeline to major gifts. Oversee prospect research on individual, foundation, and corporate donors and maintain donor records in SalesforceCoordinate biannual pledge reminders and pledge agreements as neededAttend quarterly Development and Alumni Committee meetingsStewardshipMaintain an annual stewardship calendar and lead general donor stewardship efforts for all campaignsPrepare and send annual endowment stewardship reports With the Director of External Affairs, support the planning, compilation, and writing of the annual reportWith the Assistant Director, maintain a weekly stewardship list for the Head of School and the Executive DirectorEvent CoordinationSupport annual fundraising events (receptions, small group dinners, celebrations) and alumni gatherings, with the Alumni Relations ManagerGeneral support and coordination, if necessary, for on-island and stateside events throughout the year (Family Weekend, Conferences, Board Meetings, Reunions, Educators Conference, etc.)Your background and experience includeA keen understanding that a robust Annual Giving program creates a culture of philanthropy and is the foundation for all major fundraisingProven record of managing an annual campaignFamiliarity with donor stewardship reporting and campaign analyticsInterest in building relationships with donors and strengthening philanthropic engagementSkills and Qualifications Bachelor’s degreeMinimum 3-5 years of experience in fundraisingA valid passport and the ability to travel frequently throughout the United States and occasionally in The BahamasPreference will be given to candidates based in Philadelphia or Boston Excellent interpersonal, writing, communications, and presentation skillsExcellent project management and follow-up skillsOrganized and task-oriented with the ability to manage several projects simultaneouslyAbility to lead projects independently and with creativity and enthusiasmExceptional attention to detail and deadlinesA high level of professionalism and integrityTechnologically proficient in Google Suite applicationsSalesforce, or similar database experience, is preferred CompensationSalary commensurate with experience. Standard benefits for this full-time position includemedical, dental, and other workplace benefits. Kindly apply through BambooHR with a resume and cover letter: https://ceis.bamboohr.com/careers/263