Fund Development Manager
Job Title: Fund Development Manager
Location: Remote (Travel may be required occasionally)
Employment Type: Part-Time or Full-Time
Intended Start Date: mid-July 2025
About Us:
At Oaktree Institute, our mission is to cultivate value-driven, action-focused, and results-oriented leaders. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we are dedicated to enhancing the performance of Muslim community leaders and nonprofit organizations, enabling them to make a more significant impact. The Fund Development Manager will play a key role in sustaining and expanding this impact.
Position Overview:
Fund Development Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing Oaktree Institute’s fundraising efforts, including annual fundraising, donor development, and special events. The Development Manager reports to the Executive Director and works closely with them to implement Oaktree Institute’s annual fundraising plan.
Requirements:
We are seeking a highly adaptable individual who excels in a dynamic startup-like environment, demonstrates resourcefulness, and can lead proactively, initiate initiatives, and execute tasks with a hands-on approach.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the creation of multi-channel fundraising initiatives through annual fundraising appeals, events, and campaigns (includes digital campaigns, social media, direct mail, crowdfunding, and other channels)
- Collaborate closely with the Marketing team to create campaign assets including fundraising and program material
- Manage the overall work of the Development team in implementing a comprehensive donor stewardship program that involves building processes, a pipeline and stewardship practices for program fundraising
- Manage donor portfolio in collaboration with the Executive Director
- Oversee the creation and implementation of the donor recognition programs with support from the Executive Director
- Oversee the implementation and coordination of all special event activities including fundraisers and donor events
- Oversee the implementation and promotion of a planned giving program
- Manage a master calendar to reflect the communication with donors, special events, and campaigns
- Additional: Research, write, and submit grant proposals to foundations, corporations, and government entities.
- Complete other relevant tasks as assigned
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Marketing or a related field is preferred
- Three to five years of fund development experience required
- Experience in nonprofit organizations, preferred within the Muslim community
- Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet strict deadlines
- Must have strong initiator and demonstrate the ability to learn in a self-directed manner with minimal supervision
- A record of measurable results in organizing and implementing fund development initiatives
Why Join Us?
- Work with a passionate team in the nonprofit space, making a real impact in communities.
- Flexibility to work remotely while contributing to meaningful projects.
- Opportunities for growth and professional development in a supportive environment.
Compensation:
- Salary range: $ 60- 65k, commensurate with skills and experience
- Compensation will be discussed during the interview process.
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