National Development Manager

Key Role Responsibilities

• Research corporate and foundation prospects aligned to ASAS’ mission to help maintain and grow a pipeline of viable funding opportunities.
• Review prospects with Development team on a weekly basis.
• Ensure all funder data in Raiser’s Edge is complete and accurate.
• Conduct initial outreach to new prospects and schedule introduction meetings for Development team.
• Prepare briefing memos, PowerPoint decks, and extensive research for introductory funder meetings.
• Proactively assist with follow-up after funder meetings, entering all notes and action items in Raiser’s Edge.
• Aid in proposal development and submission as needed.

Appeal Campaign Management

• Manage all logistics for spring and winter appeal campaigns, including project management of recipient mailing lists, content development and design, interfacing with printing vendors, postage and mailing.
• Track data related to each campaign, ensuring that all donors receive appropriate communications.
• Interface with marketing and programs departments to build and execute successful campaigns.

Support with Fundraising Events

• Assist with planning and execution of large annual fundraising event each fall.
• Manage logistics and details of additional fundraising events throughout the year.
• Travel throughout Los Angeles in preparation for and follow-up after events as needed to ensure events are planned and executed with the highest degree of professionalism and customer service.
• Cook up logistics and manage detailed planning for multiple fundraising events throughout the year, ensuring seamless execution and professional presentation.
• Conduct in-person outreach across Los Angeles before and after events to maintain relationships, oversee preparations, and follow up with stakeholders to ensure exceptional service delivery.

Development Operations

• Lead development of department newsletter and dissemination to all staff.
• Lead development of department pre-send materials for board meetings.
• Support planning and implementation of annual department retreat.
• Send agendas for weekly team meetings.
• Manage calendar for department convenings as needed.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and proactive professional who is passionate about advancing educational opportunities and youth development.
• The ideal candidate will bring strong research and writing capabilities, excellent project management skills, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with funders and stakeholders.
• This role requires someone who can balance multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of quality and professionalism.
• If you are energized by mission-driven work and want to play a key role in securing resources that directly impact the lives of students in underserved communities, we encourage you to apply.

Salary And Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position with a starting salary of $75,000-$85,000 per year, commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the individual candidate. This position is based in Los Angeles and requires an in-office presence of four days a week, Monday-Thursday with an option to work remotely on Fridays for a minimum of 40 hours a week with additional hours as needed throughout the year. ASAS is an equal opportunity employer, and candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.