Development Manager

About exalt:

Founded in 2006, exalt’s mission is to transform the lives of court-involved youth by equipping them with the skills and experience they need to become self-sufficient members of society. exalt provides a comprehensive educational internship program comprising four key components:

1. Classroom-based curriculum to build essential skills.
2. Paid internships aligned with youth interests.
3. Post-internship education and career development support.
4. An alumni network for ongoing access to resources.

exalt serves youth ages 15-19, empowering them to envision hopeful futures and providing roadmaps to achieve them. Over 90% of participants are Black or Latino. exalt is a pioneer in offering voluntary participation programs for court-involved youth. For more information, visit [exaltyouth.org](https://exaltyouth.org/).

About the Position:

The Development Manager plays a key role in supporting exalt’s fundraising and donor engagement efforts. Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, this position combines grant writing support, prospect research, donor stewardship, event support, and database management to ensure the organization’s fundraising goals are met.

This role is ideal for an organized and driven development professional with strong communication skills and a passion for youth development.

Responsibilities:

Grant Writing & Prospect Research:

• Identify and support drafting/submitting grant applications to foundations, corporations, and government sources.
• Conduct prospect research to identify new funding opportunities, including individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Collaborate with team members to manage the annual grants calendar and ensure timely submissions of proposals and reports.

Donor Stewardship & Communications:

• Support draft/execution of solicitation letters, acknowledgment letters, donor reports, and newsletters.
• Support the Head of Philanthropy and CEO in preparing materials for donor meetings and events.
• Help with eblasts and social media posts.
• Help maintain positive relationships with current and prospective donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.

Event Coordination:

• Assist with planning and execution of donor cultivation events, including exalt’s annual spring gala and corporate engagement events.
• Coordinate event logistics, invitations, and follow-up communications.

Database Management:

• Manage donor and funder records using Salesforce, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information.
• Generate custom reports and analyses to track fundraising progress.

Administrative Support:

• Organize departmental files and maintain a shared drive.
• Manage the department’s calendar, coordinate meetings, and track associated receipts and expenses.
• Undertake other duties as assigned to support development goals.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2-3 years of fundraising or development experience in the nonprofit sector.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for youth development and understanding of fundraising’s role in nonprofit success.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events.

Preferred:

• Experience with Salesforce or other donor management systems.
• Knowledge of the New York City philanthropic community.
• Familiarity with Constant Contact or similar email marketing platforms.
• Event planning experience.
• Knowledge of the government funding landscape.
• Familiarity with the youth justice field.

Compensation:

exalt offers a competitive salary ranging from $65,000 to $75,000, commensurate with experience, along with an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; HRA account; 401k matching; commuter and parking flexible spending accounts; paid time off; and more.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

exalt is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class under federal, state, and local law. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

exalt offers a competitive salary ranging from $65,000 to $75,000, commensurate with experience, along with an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; HRA account; 401k matching; commuter and parking flexible spending accounts; paid time off; and more.