WithinReach makes it easier for Washington families to navigate complex health and social service systems and connect with the resources they need to be healthy and safe. We work one-on-one with people – in person, over the phone and online – to identify their goals and provide them with immediate support that is close to home. WithinReach also works with partners, providers, and policymakers in a variety of ways to prioritize families and children. We are focused on improving access to resources and support because we believe all families and children benefit from holistic and comprehensive information to navigate health, food, and early childhood systems with success.

Our team is smart and purpose-driven. We are change makers, working to build healthy, equitable, vibrant communities. We believe that we can only do our jobs well by learning about and reflecting the people we serve through workforce and leadership development and by seeking to identify and reduce the system and access barriers that contribute to structural inequities. By doing so, we are able to create meaningful change for families and communities.

Driven by the organization’s vision, mission, values and strategic priorities, and working in collaboration with the CEO, Board of Directors and Leadership Team, the Fund Development Manager (FDM) is responsible for building a development program that inspires committed supporters and promotes brand. The FDM will implement strategies aimed at deepening stakeholder relationships and increasing philanthropic support. The FDM plans, directs, sets goals for and measures success in individual giving, corporate sponsorship and special events. The FDM supervises the Fund Development Coordinator.

Ideal Candidate

WithinReach is looking for a talented and dynamic individual to join our team. We seek a relationship-builder with a passion for our mission; someone at home using their creative mind and presence to inspire people to take action. You know that success is in the details. And you are comfortable taking time to self-reflect and learn. You are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. You already incorporate WithinReach’s core values of agility, collaboration, inclusion, initiative, quality and wellbeing into your everyday life and the work that you do.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Partner with the CEO, Board and Community Engagement Team to design development strategies that help ensure WithinReach’s financial stability and grow its potential for impact
• Develop and manage an annual development plan and budget
• Implement meaningful cultivation, solicitation, stewardship and acknowledgment activities that move individual donors, corporations, foundations and volunteers to action
• Work closely with CEO to manage strong stewardship of major donors and Board members
• Articulate the mission and impact of WithinReach effectively to deepen relationships with donors, prospects, high-level supporters and external stakeholders
• Manage WithinReach’s signature events, including Big Wigs & Swigs, the Learning Series, online campaigns, and other small events such as house parties
• Work with the Community Engagement team to produce communications for donor engagement
• Support with grants management and sponsorship development; manage the tracking of and reporting for grants
• Maintain high standards of data integrity through donor database management, entry and reporting, and by ensuring there are protocols for processes
• Regularly assess data and metrics to drive strategies
• Work occasional nights and weekends on events

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressively responsible professional experience in fund development
• Strong knowledge of and experience implementing broad-based development strategies
• Ability to use data to inform strategies and experience evaluating effectiveness of approaches
• Demonstrated experience working with donors, boards and volunteers
• Demonstrated supervisory experience, and ability to build a positive team environment
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Competence in building and managing budgets
• Ability to track and manage a grant portfolio; grantwriting experience a plus
• Effective time management and organizational skills, with ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and donor database programs; Salesforce strongly preferred
• Ability to work successfully independently and as part of a team

Salary and Benefits: $68,000, Full-Time, 40 hours/week. Exempt. Excellent benefits include fully paid medical coverage, vision and dental for employees and generous coverage for spouses, partners and dependents. Paid time off and monthly stipend for internet provided.

Work Location: This position will work remotely during the COVID pandemic, and will have the opportunity to work from the office or home once the pandemic is over.

Home office: Located at 155 NE 100th Street, Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98125.

Closing Date: Open until January 8.

WithinReach supports inclusion and diversity in all its forms. We strive to create a safe and open atmosphere. We commit to listening to, representing and embracing diverse perspectives and experiences in all we do.

WithinReach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek to provide equal opportunity for all persons without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under the law. People of color and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to cultivating a diverse workforce that serves and reflects our community.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.