The Ironbound Community Corporation (ICC) is a nonprofit organization with a
55-year history of implementing its mission of engaging and empowering
individuals, families, and groups to realize their aspirations and work
together to create a just, vibrant, and sustainable community. ICC strives to
address the needs of our diverse, multi-lingual, multi-cultural community.
Today, ICC serves more than 1,000 children and families daily with various
programs and services. ICC also strengthens communities through advocacy,
neighborhood organizing, direct services, and community development
initiatives.
The Ironbound Community Corporation
(ICC) is seeking a collaborative, creative, and experienced Development Manager with high energy, and a passion to serve the
community. The right applicant will
join our ICC’s highly energetic, driven, talented, impact-driven team of staff. The Development Manager will play a
crucial role in the day to day operation of the development department. Be
the force to grant writing and prospecting new relationships with CEO.
This is an
exciting opportunity for a fundraising professional who has a passion for
community service and the upliftment of communities, through strategic
programming that addresses the core issues that create barriers to success.
The Development Manager will work directly with
the CEO in all fundraising and development coordination efforts; and
collaborate closely with a diverse array of community members, staff and
organizational partners, thus best serving the agency’s fundraising needs.
The ideal
person for this role will have hands-on experience in the management and
execution of an organization’s fundraising plan, including but not limited
to: proposal
writing; prospecting and prospect research; the management of appeal
campaigns; donor database records; reporting; marketing and
communications (including the use of social media); and
working closely with programmatic staff as proposal narratives are
created.
The primary
responsibility of the Development Manager is to be a leader in department
operations by working in the above-cited areas, and implementing the strategies set forth by
the Department. The ideal candidate should possess a demonstrated history of
successful grant-writing, fundraising abilities, and research skills. The
ideal candidate must be able to multitask, and thrive in an environment that
is deadline-driven.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES &
QUALIFICATIONS
The Development Manager will manage all
aspects of development operations such as: Grant Writing, Prospecting,
Research, and working in partnership with organizational stakeholders in the
achievement of Strategic Plan goals. There may be aspects of Marketing
and Communications that the Associate may support. The
following areas of operations are the focus of this position:
Fundraising:
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Lead
grant proposal writing and letters of inquiry, working closely with the CEO,
Director of Programs, and Program Staff;
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Conduct
targeted background research and analysis on perspective donors, grantmakers,
and sponsors to assess capacity and likelihood of support;
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Produce
relevant and persuasive fundraising literature to donors, fundraisers, and a
broader audience;
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Oversee
and manage application pipelines, reporting requirements, and on-time
submissions for grant opportunities in collaboration with the and any other
team members
as necessary;
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Ensure that ICC meets grant guidelines and funder expectations;
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Serve as steward of all grants
and awards by tracking awards, denials, payments, reports, and other
deadlines;
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Conduct research and prospecting
on current funders, and identifying new potential funders for grant
opportunities;
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Identifying
and managing the right CRM to use for fundraising purposes;
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Implement ICC’s
institutional funding plan as directed by the CEO.
Administrative:
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Maintenance
of donor database.
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Maintenance
of grants calendar and schedule.
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Drafting
of all donor acknowledgments and thank you letters.
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Other
tasks as needed.
Events:
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Lead
coordination and planning of annual cocktail/gala event.
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Assist
with the coordination and planning of various smaller cultivation events
throughout the year.
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Manage
logistics of the events according to the event plan.
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Assist
with the creation of new fundraising events.
Marketing & Communications:
● Develop and implement portions of Marketing and
Communications Plan;
● Lead content creator on ICC's various Social Media
outlets.
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Collaborate
closely with the Digital Navigator to use social media as a tool to
disseminate information, as well as to connect with and expand ICC’s
audience;
● Implement email blast campaigns;
● Website maintenance.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS OR QUALIFICATIONS, SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS
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Bachelor’s
degree or relevant experience, with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in
fundraising and development within
nonprofit organizations, or similar transferable experience..
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Passion
for community service, and serving marginalized communities.
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Strong
leadership, organizational, and communication skills (written and oral).
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Results-oriented,
self-starter, and problem-solver.
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Experience
in managing relationships with external stakeholders and collaborating with
diverse audiences.
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Proficiency
in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and database management.
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Basic
Spanish and/or Portuguese language skills are a plus.
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Ability to work
independently, manage time efficiently and prioritize projects effectively.
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Ability
to work collaboratively with others as part of a team, both as a leader and
team member.
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Ability
to handle multiple tasks, and pivot as needed.
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Have an understanding of
institutional, and government (local, state, and federal) funding.
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Sensitivity
to cultural and diverse issues, and the ability to work with people from
diverse backgrounds.
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Excellent
verbal and written communications to effectively engage a variety of diverse
audiences;
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Experience
in the management and maintenance of organizational systems using a variety
of software tools (ie. Salesforce, Google Suite);
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The
ability to manage a variety of fundraising campaigns;.
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The
ability to coordinate collaborative, multi-stakeholder efforts to qualify
for, apply for, and write reports for grant-funded projects within deadlines;
● Understanding of how to use social media as a
marketing and fundraising tool.
● Must be willing to be on site in our administrative
offices. Hybrid or virtual work arrangement not available for this role.
Core
Values
ICC is
animated by its core values, including mutual respect, empathy, fairness and
transparency, commitment to excellence, and accountability.
Mutual Respect: We accept the importance of each person’s
rights, customs, and wishes. We are courteous and supportive in our interactions
with clients and colleagues.
Empathy: We strive to understand what others are
experiencing and feeling by trying to see things from their perspectives. We
are willing to give our time and energy to the community and are constantly
searching for ways to improve the lives of those we serve.
Fairness and Transparency: We are committed to authentic, two-way
communication, willing to listen without judgment and, with respect, express
our point of view. We cherish diversity and inclusiveness, embracing the community
with its input and feedback.
Commitment to Excellence: We provide the highest quality service
possible, earning trust and exceeding expectations. We continuously learn from
experience. We approach challenges with creativity and flexibility.
Accountability: We are responsible for the quality and
outcomes of the programs we provide, for explaining why deviations from
reasonable expectations may have occurred, and for responding responsibly at
all times, especially when errors in behavior or judgment have happened.
ICC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to further building and
maintaining a staff that reflects our community's full range and diversity. Not
only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our community members, but we
also strive for the same in our employees. ICC is committed to equal employment
opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national
origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age,
citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other
class protected by applicable law. We are looking for a diverse applicant pool.
We strongly encourage women of color, persons with disabilities, immigrants,
members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people from low-income and working-class
backgrounds to apply.
ICC offers a competitive compensation package including health benefits, a generous time off
policy, and 403(b) plan. The offered salary for this position is $65k to $85k.
The Ironbound Community Corporation (ICC) is a nonprofit organization with a
55-year history of implementing its mission of engaging and empowering
individuals, families, and groups to realize their aspirations and work
together to…
ICC offers a competitive compensation package including health benefits, a generous time off policy, and 403(b) plan.
ICC offers a competitive compensation package including health benefits, a generous time off policy, and 403(b) plan.
If
interested, please send a resume and cover letter to DDSearch@ironboundcc.org with the subject line “Development Manager”
If
interested, please send a resume and cover letter to DDSearch@ironboundcc.org with the subject line “Development Manager”