Manager of Development and Engagement

Job Description

Job Title: Manager of Development and Engagement

Reports To: Vice President of Development

Location: Memphis, TN

Salary Range: $68,000 $72,000 / year (commensurate with experience)

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

West Cancer Foundations mission is to break through barriers to cancer care and improve patient outcomes by providing accessible patient resources, early detection and education, and community-based research.

Position Summary

The Manager of Development and Engagement plays a pivotal role in advancing our mission by leading and executing strategic fundraising and donor engagement initiatives. This position is responsible for managing several key revenue-generating programsincluding corporate partnerships, recurring and payroll giving, employee giving campaigns, and fundraising eventswith a focus on cultivating long-term donor relationships and driving year-over-year revenue growth.

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and relationship-oriented professional with a strong background in nonprofit fundraising. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and brings both creativity and analytical thinking to donor engagement strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Donor Engagement

Collaborate with the Vice President of Development to implement and optimize the organizations annual development plan.

Manage recurring giving programs, including payroll deductions and employee giving campaigns, ensuring sustained donor participation and growth.

Cultivate relationships with individual and corporate donors to strengthen engagement and secure ongoing financial support.

Identify, secure, and steward corporate partnerships, including sponsorships, workplace giving programs, and employee volunteer initiatives.

Develop and implement stewardship strategies to improve donor retention, deepen engagement, and increase lifetime giving.

Assist in prospect research and support the cultivation of major gift and planned giving prospects through pipeline development and tracking.

Events Management

Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of all fundraising events, with a primary focus on West Fight On, the organizations signature fundraising event.

Oversee event logistics, vendor relationships, sponsorship outreach and fulfillment, attendee communication, volunteer coordination, and post-event reporting.

Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional strategies that drive attendance, engagement, and visibility.

CRM & Reporting

Maintain accurate and timely donor records in the organizations CRM system (Virtuous preferred).

Generate data-driven reports to analyze fundraising performance, track campaign effectiveness, and inform decision-making.

Oversee timely gift entry, receipting, and acknowledgment processes to ensure a positive donor experience.

Collaboration & Administrative Support

Serve as a liaison across internal teamsincluding programs, finance, and marketingto align fundraising strategies with organizational goals.

Represent the organization at community events, donor meetings, and corporate engagement opportunities.

Provide strategic and administrative support to the Vice President of Development and President, including preparation for donor meetings and special initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree required; advanced degree or fundraising certifications (CFRE) a plus.

46 years of professional experience in nonprofit development, with a focus on donor engagement, corporate partnerships, and event management.

Demonstrated success managing fundraising campaigns and cultivating donor relationships.

Proficiency in donor management systems; experience with Virtuous CRM strongly preferred.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse donor audiences.

Strong project management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Passion for health equity and a deep commitment to advancing cancer care in the Mid-South.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $68,000 $72,000 / year (commensurate with experience)

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Opportunities for professional development and growth

This is a meaningful opportunity for a mission-driven professional who wants to make a tangible impact in the lives of individuals and families affected by cancer in the Mid-South region.

Full-time