The Development Manager is responsible for implementing a major, new fundraising initiative (the Global Conservation Fund) for the A Rocha Worldwide Family in the United States. This position is relationship-focused and will spend the majority of time managing and coordinating donor cultivation steps with A Rocha stakeholders. The organization is looking for someone who can demonstrate experience in closing major gifts toward the development and growth of A Rocha’s work worldwide, including in the United States. The intention is to secure a greatly increased and sustainable level of financial support for A Rocha from individuals, foundations, and churches in the United States.
As a part of the A Rocha International (ARI) team, the Development Manager reports to the Executive Director of A Rocha International, with input and support from A Rocha USA's (ARUSA) Development Team. This is a highly collaborative role, which will require extensive liaising between multiple A Rocha organizations.
Primary Responsibilities
Work with the ARI Executive Director to design and implement fundraising strategies for A Rocha’s mission, priorities, and goals Manage a process to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of new mid-level and major gift donors and prospects with an emphasis on gifts to A Rocha’s Global Conservation Fund. This includes coordinating the engagement of executive leadership with major donors, prospects, and important development opportunities
Participate in the ARUSA Development Team to ensure optimal coordination regarding development opportunities
Become familiar with A Rocha programs, priorities, and goals to represent them to donors and prospective donors
Prepare and complete timely reporting on key donor metrics
Help design and implement necessary data collection in Salesforce for proper donor management and tracking
Attend strategic events to represent A Rocha, exhibit as appropriate, and network with key constituents
Develop and manage a budget for outreach, travel, and relationship development activities
Perform other duties as required or assigned
Proven ability to make a compelling and authentic case to attract new donors Experience in nonprofit development and communications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Knowledge and Understanding Understanding the nuances of the USA Christian world Familiarity with the conservation and/or environmental sectors is a plus
Working knowledge of primary social media and communication platforms
Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM Personal Qualities and Attitude Deep commitment to the vision, mission, and five commitments of A Rocha, as a committed Christian who is passionate about creation care and securing more funding for this vital work
Proactive self-starter with the ability to work well independently, establish clear priorities, and meet deadlines Fosters a spirit of unity and teamwork, demonstrates integrity, and is servant-minded
Demonstrated experience working and communicating across cultures and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Salary Range $65,000-$75-000
Location: Remote, US-based; Central Florida preferred. Regular travel required.