The Redwood City Education Foundation is seeking a Development Manager. They are looking for a dynamic and relationship-oriented individual to enhance donor engagement and fundraising initiatives, which are vital for sustaining and advancing RCEF’s mission of promoting educational equity in Redwood City. In close partnership with the Executive Director and the Board, this role will support annual giving strategies, conduct prospect research, cultivate and nurture donor relationships, manage corporate and foundation partnerships, and assist in executing fundraising events.
About Redwood City Education Foundation:
The Redwood City Education Foundation (RCEF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing the academic performance of underserved K-8 public school students in Redwood City. We aim to ensure that every student, regardless of background, can attend a quality public school and access academic and personal enrichment opportunities, ultimately reducing the need for remedial courses upon high school entrance.
Responsibilities
Giving Strategy & Engagement:
Develop and implement comprehensive annual giving strategies to meet and exceed fundraising goals.
Manage multi-channel fundraising campaigns, including direct mail, email, and in-person solicitations.
Oversee personalized engagement strategies for individual donors, corporate partners, local business sponsors, and foundations, ensuring consistent donor engagement.
Collaborate with staff, board members, and volunteers to manage and support their involvement in fundraising efforts and solicitation.
Giving Cultivation & Relationship Management:
Conduct research on prospects, create profiles, and monitor engagement, including in-person interactions and solicitation meetings.
Cultivate and steward relationships with current and prospective donors and partners, ensuring high donor satisfaction.
Design and implement a comprehensive donor and sponsor recognition and stewardship program.
Engage various school and community groups via public presentations; be an effective public speaker and advocate for RCEF
Fundraising & Donor Appreciation Events:
Coordinate fundraising events, including planning, logistics, sponsorship outreach, and donor engagement.
Secure in-kind donations and event-specific funding to support fundraising goals.
Collaborate with event committees, staff, and volunteers to ensure successful event execution.
Attend events, including evenings and weekends, as needed, to support operations and engage with stakeholders.
Qualifications
Three or more years of experience in fundraising with a proven track record of cultivating prospects and closing five- and six-figure gifts
Demonstrated success in personally building effective, long-term relationships with new and prospective donors or corporate and foundation partners, in addition to success in retaining existing donors
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including ability to engage confidently with individuals from various backgrounds, including those of high-net-worth, while exhibiting professionalism, sensitivity, confidence, and discretion
Proficiency in CRM systems, data analysis, and Google Workspace
Excellent organizational and project management skill with the ability to work autonomously and thrive in a collaborative, remote environment
Proficiency in CRM systems, data analysis, and Google Workspace
Ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality
Prior experience with capital campaigns is an advantage
Compensation
$45,000 - $68,000, commensurate with experience
To Apply
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until May 4, 2025. After the deadline, we will contact you about the next steps. To apply, send an email with the subject line “Development Manager” to Florence at info@rcef.org with the following: 1) a cover letter, 2) your resume, and 3) a list of 3 references with contact information.
