$60K - 90K a year
Develop and execute fundraising strategies, cultivate donor relationships, coordinate funder reports, and integrate efforts with organizational goals.
Proven nonprofit fundraising experience with high-value gifts, strong communication and strategic skills, commitment to equity, and a bachelor's degree.
Description: • Devise and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies (grant concepts, letters of intent, and proposals) aligned with the organization's post-secondary education & career development goals. • Identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, including foundations, corporations, and individuals. • Build upon our foundation relationships to increase the frequency and size of donations. • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to integrate fundraising efforts seamlessly into overall organizational goals. • Develop and implement organizational donor engagement strategies to enhance the donor experience. • Track and coordinate formal funder reports, including mid-term and final reports. Requirements: • Proven experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a focus on philanthropic gifts in the six-figure and seven-figure range. • Experience with post-secondary education and career pathways and a passion for advancing educational and career opportunities. • Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to articulate complex issues so they are clearly understood by a variety of audiences. • Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and time management skills, with significant experience in concept creation and proposal development. • A firm commitment to equity in the workplace and the achievement of equitable outcomes for minoritized students/individuals. • An ability to operate both independently and as a member of a high-functioning team as a team player who will productively engage with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside of the organization. • Bachelor’s Degree required. • Master’s Degree preferred, or equivalent work experience. Benefits: • Plus an annual bonus (not included in the range stated above). • Comprehensive employee benefit package for full-time employees.
This job posting was last updated on 10/14/2025