Development Manager

Title: Development Manager

Reports To: Executive Director

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)

Areas of Focus: Development, Fundraising, Grants, Donor Engagement, Communications Support, Education, Youth Development

Salary & Benefits: $60,000–$80,000, commensurate with experience. AALEAD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Fully paid life insurance
• Fully paid short and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Professional development stipend
• 10 days of annual leave per year, 6 days sick leave, paid federal holidays, and paid parental leave
• Hybrid telework schedule

Asian American LEAD (AALEAD) supports underserved Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) youth through educational empowerment, identity development, and leadership opportunities. AALEAD delivers after-school, summer, and mentoring programs that promote academic success, confidence, and long-term leadership development. Learn more at www.aalead.org.

Position Summary: AALEAD is seeking a strategic, mission-driven Development Manager to lead the organization’s fundraising and revenue development efforts. This role is responsible for growing and diversifying AALEAD’s funding base through individual giving, grants, corporate and foundation partnerships, and fundraising events.

The Development Manager will oversee all aspects of development, including donor cultivation and stewardship, grant writing and reporting, fundraising events, and development systems. This position works closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and staff to strengthen AALEAD’s long-term financial sustainability.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, relationship-oriented, and motivated by impact. A passion for supporting AAPI communities and a collaborative, growth-minded approach are essential.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Development & Fundraising (Primary Responsibility)

• Lead and implement AALEAD’s overall development strategy to grow and diversify revenue
• Design and execute individual donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate and foundation donors
• Plan and lead all fundraising and donor engagement events
• Represent AALEAD in donor meetings, cultivation opportunities, and community events
• Coordinate donor site visits at program locations and special events

Grant Writing & Management

• Research, write, and submit grant proposals to government, foundation, and corporate funders
• Manage grant calendars, deadlines, and submission requirements
• Collaborate with program and finance staff to gather narratives, data, budgets, and outcomes
• Prepare and submit timely grant reports in compliance with funder requirements
• Maintain organized grant records and documentation

Donor Stewardship & Systems

• Produce timely donor acknowledgements, thank-you letters, recognition materials, and impact updates
• Design and implement donor and public engagement calendars that leverage key advocacy moments, events, and emerging opportunities
• Track all donor activity, gifts, and communications using Bloomerang CRM
• Maintain accurate donor records and generate development reports as needed
• Support donor retention and upgrade strategies

Communications & Marketing

• Lead AALEAD’s overall communications and storytelling strategy to increase visibility, donor engagement, and community awareness
• Manage the production of high-quality print and digital communications, including newsletters, annual materials, and donor communications
• Maintain and update AALEAD’s website and social media platforms
• Ensure consistent branding, messaging, and voice across all communications channels
• Capture and elevate program impact stories that support fundraising, donor stewardship, and grant development

Administrative & Board Support

• In collaboration with the Executive Director, develop and manage the annual Development budget
• Prepare development reports and materials for Board meetings and committees
• Support Board members in fundraising and donor engagement efforts
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Strong alignment with AALEAD’s mission and commitment to supporting AAPI communities
• 3–5 years of experience in communications, fundraising, development, or a related nonprofit role
• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and time management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience with donor engagement, fundraising events, and storytelling
• Demonstrated experience in or strong interest in grant writing and grant management (prior grant experience preferred)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends

Mental and Physical Demands

• High level of concentration and attention to detail
• Ability to drive – reliable means of transportation to travel locally throughout the region;
• Ability to work a regular Monday–Friday schedule with flexibility for evening and weekend responsibilities as needed

Equal Employment Opportunity

Asian American LEAD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, or any other non-merit factor.

How to Apply: Please submit a thoughtful cover letter and resume to info@aalead.org, addressed to Executive Director, Siu Cheung Rossmark. Please include “Application for Development Manager” in the subject line. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Salary & Benefits: $60,000–$80,000, commensurate with experience. AALEAD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Fully paid life insurance
• Fully paid short and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Professional development stipend
• 10 days of annual leave per year, 6 days sick leave, paid federal holidays, and paid parental leave
• Hybrid telework schedule

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Strong alignment with AALEAD’s mission and commitment to supporting AAPI communities
• 3–5 years of experience in communications, fundraising, development, or a related nonprofit role
• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and time management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience with donor engagement, fundraising events, and storytelling
• Demonstrated experience in or strong interest in grant writing and grant management (prior grant experience preferred)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends