Posted 8 days ago
Description
Description
JOB TITLE:
South Alabama Development Manager (Salaried, Full-Time)
REPORTS TO:
Chief Advancement Officer
TERRITORY:
South Alabama Counties: Autauga, Baldwin, Barbour, Bibb, Bullock, Butler, Chambers, Chilton, Choctaw, Clarke, Coffee, Conecuh, Coosa, Covington, Crenshaw, Dale, Dallas, Elmore, Escambia, Geneva, Greene, Hale, Henry, Houston, Lee, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo, Mobile, Monroe, Montgomery, Perry, Pike, Russell, Sumter, Tallapoosa, Washington, Wilcox
LOCATION:
Greater Mobile Area (Home-based out of Mobile/Baldwin Counties)
JOB SUMMARY
: The South Alabama Development Manager is a multifaceted role responsible for fundraising, event management, community engagement, and supporting wish granting in the South Alabama region. This home-based position requires a self-starter who thrives in a remote work environment, demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills, and is passionate about advancing the Make-A-Wish mission.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising and Donor Relations:
Develop and implement a regional strategy for financial and in-kind solicitation of individuals, foundations, corporations, organizations, and schools to achieve assigned goals
Assist the Regional Advisory Council in identifying and soliciting major donors
Responsible for managing and growing current revenue streams and revenue-generating relationships, while also identifying additional/new revenue streams
Responsible for managing a portfolio of individual and corporate donors, while implementing a moves management approach to their engagement
Maintain accurate and thorough donor records for the assigned region
Event Planning and Management:
Plan, organize, and execute regional fundraising events and initiatives
Coordinate event logistics, including vendor management, budgeting, and day-of-event operations
Ensure events and activities adhere to chapter policies, procedures, and processes
Community Engagement:
Actively network within the local business and philanthropic community to increase mission awareness, attract support, and identify new initiatives adaptable for the Chapter
Represent the Chapter at special events, public speaking engagements, and community functions as requested by the Leadership Team
Other Duties:
Participate in local and statewide events as needed
Inclusion in Mission Delivery efforts by being on-site for wishes needing staff member support
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Leadership Team
SALARY RANGE
: mid to high $50,000s
Requirements
Location
: Must reside in the greater Mobile area; position is home-based
Education
: Bachelor's degree required; equivalent work experience may be considered as a substitute.
Experience
:
Minimum of 3-5 years of successful fundraising and nonprofit experience with demonstrated progressive growth; event planning and management experience preferred
Experience working with families, vendors, or service providers is a plus
Skills:
Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working independently in a goal-oriented environment
Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, energetic approach to achieving results
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs in a fast-paced environment
Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); experience with Salesforce is a plus
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Travel and Availability:
Regular travel within the South Alabama region, Montgomery/Central Alabama region, and occasional statewide travel required (20%-30%)
Must possess a valid driver’s license
Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as necessary (two Saturdays per month January – April plus approximately 2-3 weekends May – December)
Non-negotiable soft skills:
Self-motivation and Initiative
Strong Communication Skills
Adaptability
Outgoing and professional demeanor
Attention to detail
Emotional maturity and intelligence
SALARY RANGE
: mid to high $50,000s
Please apply via the application portal. No phone calls or emails will be accepted.
