Nonprofit

Philanthropy Manager

On-site, Work must be performed in or near Boston, MA
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Full Time
    Start Date:
    September 1, 2025
    Salary:
    USD $69,000 - $75,000 / year
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Economic Development, Education, Housing & Homelessness, Women

    Description

    Responsibilities:

    The Philanthropy Manager is a driven, creative fundraising professional who brings energy and strategy to everything from standout events to meaningful donor engagement. This role leads the charge on Climb for a Cause, Project Place’s signature fundraising event, while also steering year-round stewardship and cultivation efforts that keep supporters inspired and connected. We're looking for a detail-loving team player who’s proactive, collaborative, and passionate about building strong donor relationships and smart development strategies that drive impact. If you’re passionate about designing and executing strategic fundraising initiatives that create lasting impact, this role offers the perfect opportunity to lead and grow within a mission-driven organization.

    Specific duties of the Philanthropy Manager include:

    Fundraising Event Management:

    • Lead the strategic planning, execution, and evaluation of Project Place’s signature event managing every phase from concept development to post-event analysis.
    • Design and drive comprehensive event strategies—establishing timelines, budgets, assigning staff and volunteers, managing logistics, and defining clear success metrics.
    • Oversee all event vendor relationships, including venues, catering, photography, and additional service providers, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and seamless coordination.
    • Empower peer-to-peer fundraisers with compelling messaging, resources, and ongoing support to maximize reach and revenue.
    • Partner with the philanthropy team – including the Executive Director - to exceed fundraising goals through high-impact sponsorships and peer-to-peer campaigns.

    Donor Engagement, Appeals & Stewardship Management:

    • Collaborate with the Director of Philanthropy to design and implement a strategic donor engagement plan aligned with organizational fundraising goals.
    • Lead digital and print fundraising campaigns - including Giving Tuesday and year-end campaigns - with a focus on donor retention, acquisition, and long-term growth.
    • Coordinate targeted cultivation and stewardship events and initiatives that deepen donor engagement and align with the organization’s mission and goals, including cultivation tours and small group stewardship events.

    Data Integrity & Compliance:

    • Ensure accurate and timely entry of all fundraising activities in customer relations management database - including opportunity stages, ask amounts, deadlines, and outcomes - to maintain reliable revenue forecasting and pipeline management.
    • Oversee the integrity of Project Place’s online donor platform for all revenue-generating events, ensuring clean, consistent data for both internal tracking and external communications.
    • Generate regular development reports and dashboards to support data-driven decision-making, performance tracking, and strategic planning.

    Competencies:

    • Communication - Responds to and exchanges ideas clearly and effectively through writing, speaking, and presentations. Shares appropriate and timely information to keep others informed and engaged. Demonstrates active listening and is seen as approachable and open to dialogue.
    • Teamwork - Values the perspectives and contributions of others; offers support when needed and collaborates effectively as a member of a team. Balances individual responsibilities with group objectives to achieve shared goals and fosters a cooperative and respectful team environment.
    • Problem Solving - Analyzes issues to identify root causes, considers alternative approaches, and develops effective solutions. Identifies critical factors, generates creative options, and incorporates diverse perspectives as part of the problem-solving process.

    Working conditions/Physical Demands:

    • Typical office environment.
    • Ability to work onsite at Project Place daily, with the potential for assigned remote workdays based on departmental needs.
    • Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as needed.
    • Ability to travel to community partner locations using public transit and agency-provided rideshare services.
    • Frequent sitting.
    • Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
    • Frequent use of a computer.
    • Frequent reaching, grasping, and walking.
    • Frequent verbal communication and interpersonal interaction required.

    Responsibilities:

    The Philanthropy Manager is a driven, creative fundraising professional who brings energy and strategy to everything from standout events to meaningful donor engagement. This role leads the charge on Climb for a Cause, Project Place’s signature fundraising event, while also steering year-round stewardship and cultivation efforts that keep supporters inspired and connected. We're looking for a detail-loving team player who’s proactive, collaborative, and passionate about building strong donor relationships and smart development strategies that drive impact. If you’re passionate about designing and executing strategic fundraising initiatives that create lasting impact, this role offers the perfect opportunity to lead and grow within a mission-driven organization.

    Specific duties of the Philanthropy Manager include:

    Fundraising Event Management:

    • Lead the strategic planning, execution, and evaluation of Project…

    Location

    On-site
    1145 Washington St, Boston, MA 02118, USA

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