Development Manager, Individual Giving

Job Description

Job Summary

A Wider Circle is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities and improving lives through essential social services. We are seeking a passionate and results-oriented Development Manager for Individual Giving to serve as a core team member responsible for growing our individual donor program. This role plays a critical part in securing philanthropic support from individuals at all giving levels, with a focus on cultivating relationships, stewardship, and developing strategies to increase annual and long-term giving.

The Development Manager will work closely with the Development team, program staff, and executive leadership to align donor engagement efforts with organizational priorities. This is an exciting opportunity for a development professional who thrives on relationship-building, storytelling, and strategic fundraising.

Key Responsibilities

Individual Giving Strategy & Execution

Design and implement a comprehensive individual giving program, including annual fund appeals, mid-level donor cultivation, and stewardship plans.

Create donor segments and personalized outreach strategies to retain, upgrade, and acquire individual donors.

Develop and oversee multi-channel fundraising campaigns (e.g., email, direct mail, digital, events).

Analyze giving trends and data to inform strategy and report on progress toward goals.

Donor Stewardship & Cultivation

Build and maintain relationships with a portfolio of individual donors and prospects, ensuring timely follow-up, recognition, and meaningful engagement.

Plan and execute donor appreciation activities, cultivation events, and site visits.

Collaborate with program staff to gather client stories and impact data to inspire giving.

Collaboration & Leadership

Work in collaboration with the Development team to integrate individual giving with major gifts, corporate, foundation, and event fundraising efforts.

Serve as a fundraising thought partner and advisor to colleagues across the organization.

Manage development support staff, interns, or volunteers as needed.

Operations & Administration

Maintain accurate donor records in the CRM (e.g.,Little Green Light, Network for Good).

Review donor acknowledgment letters and prepare stewardship materials.

Support budget development, forecasting, and reporting related to individual giving.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in fundraising, communications, marketing, or related field.

3-5 years of professional fundraising experience, with a focus on individual giving.

Proven track record of growing donor relationships and meeting revenue goals.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Strong project management, organizational, and analytical skills.

Proficiency with donor CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with email marketing and design tools a plus.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Passion for social justice, equity, and the mission of A Wider Circle.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of the regional philanthropic landscape.

Experience working in a human services or advocacy-based nonprofit.

Comfort and skill in public speaking and representing an organization to external audiences.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Additional eligibility requirements:

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States

Work environment

Hybrid or remote work options available depending on location.

Occasional evening/weekend work required for events and donor meetings.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel required

Yes-DMV Area

Benefits

A Wider Circle offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Short-term Disability

Vision Insurance

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your interest in the role and alignment with our mission.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

A Wider Circle is committed to having a diverse team and ensuring that all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender (including gender identity or expression), religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or other non-merit factors. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Full-time

Hybrid remote