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Development Manager Job Description
Urban Ed Academy

Location: Hybrid, requires 2-4 days per month in-person in San Francisco

Supervisor: Sr. Director

Work Periods: Full-Time, 12 month

Direct Supervision Exercised: As Assigned

Role Type: Salaried-Exempt

About Urban Ed Academy

At Urban Ed Academy, we're on a mission to ensure every student gets the chance to learn from a Black male educator. We know representation in the classroom is a powerful catalyst for improving educational outcomes for all students. 

Our educator fellowship program, Man the Bay, is all about tackling the obstacles that Black male educators face when entering the profession. We recruit, house, train, and support their professional development throughout all 4-years — because students deserve to see themselves in the classroom. 

Our vision is for every student in the Bay Area and beyond to have one Black male educator in their lifetime.

The last year has been a major inflection point for us as an organization as we continue to build out our team. We have an emerging culture that values energy, creativity, and innovation in building a solution that no one has gotten right yet. We will continue to iterate until we find the right processes and people. We want to build relationships that last and programs that expand beyond the Bay Area. That growth will take time, and we are inviting people to invest in our potential.
 

About the Role

The Development Manager plays a pivotal role within Urban Ed, contributing to the organization's fundraising and development efforts. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Development, the Development Manager collaborates closely with the Operations teams to enhance the efficacy of the development database and align event efforts with fundraising goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Event Management:
  • Lead the planning, logistics, and execution of fundraising and friend-raising events with strategic support from the Senior Director of Development and support from the Communications Associate, contract graphic designer and videographer.
  • Monitor and report on the progress and outcomes of fundraising campaigns. Leverage data to inform enhancements and strategies for future activities. 
  • Contribute to social media and marketing efforts to promote fundraising activities.
• Database Oversight:
  • Collaborate with the Development team to ensure the effective use and operation of the development database and financial records with our Operations team.
  • Maintain data accuracy and integrity within the donor database.
  • Provide training and guidance to team members on database usage and best practices to effectively steward and solicit supporters.
  • Create and maintain streamlined gift processing, reporting, and stewardship/cultivation processes to increase the efficiency of development data management.
• Fundraising Support:
  • Assist in donor engagement and cultivation efforts, including major donor relations, through the creation of donor profiles and briefings.
  • Maintain meticulous donor records and ensure timely acknowledgment of contributions.
  • Leverage tools to track and manage donor segments for personalized communications and engagement. 
• Donor Management:
  • Identify potential funders and grant opportunities aligned with Urban Ed's mission and programs.
  • Oversee donor relationships with contributions under $1,000, ensuring their engagement and acknowledgment.
  • Create personalized donor communications, encompassing thank-you letters, updates, and impact reports for all portfolios alongside leadership.
  • Conduct research on individual and institutional donors to identify potential funding prospects.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of duties and requirements. The responsibilities of the Development Manager may vary depending on the needs of the organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., nonprofit management, communications, or business).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and donor management software.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently as needed.
• Prior experience in fundraising, grant writing, or donor relations is advantageous.

Benefits and Salary:

• Job Type: Full-time, hybrid, in-person events in the San Francisco Bay Area and some national travel
• Salary: $75,000-$82,000 per year
• Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance