Non-Profit Development Manager
Class: Full-Time
Reports To: Chief Community Engagement Officer
Location: Greenwich, Connecticut Office
Salary: $90,000-$100,000
POSITION SUMMARY:
Jewish Family Services of Greenwich (JFS) is a nonprofit human services organization serving Fairfield County through behavioral health services, Jewish Health & Healing programs, older adult support, immigration assistance and legal services, and food resources.
We are seeking a Development Manager to join our Community Engagement team. Reporting to the Chief Community Engagement Officer (CCEO), this role helps advance our fundraising efforts through donor relations, special events, grants management, prospect research, and CRM/database management.
The Development Manager will play a key role in expanding philanthropic support by managing fundraising operations and cultivating a portfolio of donors to strengthen engagement, retention, and giving. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with organizational leadership, build meaningful donor relationships, and contribute directly to the growth and impact of a highly respected nonprofit organization.
NON-PROFIT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES:
· CRM & Donor Database Management – Oversee all aspects of donor data management, including gift processing, donor acknowledgments, reporting, list generation, and database integrity.
· Special Events Coordination – Support the planning and execution of the annual gala in partnership with the event committee, as well as other fundraising and donor engagement events throughout the year.
· Prospect Research – Identify and research prospective individual, foundation, and corporate donors to expand philanthropic support.
· Fundraising & Revenue Growth – Collaborate with staff and the Board of Directors to achieve and exceed annual fundraising goals.
· Grant Management – Conduct foundation research, assist with proposal and report preparation, and maintain grant-related materials and supporting documentation.
· Support the Chief Communications & Engagement Officer (CCEO) in:
o Donor stewardship, cultivation, and retention
o Board of Directors communications and engagement
o Institutional giving and corporate sponsorship initiatives
o Planned giving program, development and administration
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Bachelor's degree required
· Minimum 2-5 years of experience in a non-profit development department
· Experience with donor databases and fundraising software; tech-savvy and adaptable
· Highly motivated, self-starter able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, ability to work independently and collaboratively
· Strong analytical and decision-making skills
· Professional, detail-oriented with strong interpersonal and communications skills
· Grant writing experience a plus
We offer full benefits including paid holidays, PTO, medical benefits, sick ti
