Full-time

Senior Development Manager, Hilarity for Charity, Inc.

Job Description

Founded in 2012 by Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen, HFC is a nationally recognized organization that is changing the trajectory of Alzheimer’s disease through broad-scale awareness, brain health education, and tangible support for families impacted by the disease. HFC’s mission is to care for families impacted by this disease, activate the next generation of Alzheimer’s advocates, and be a leader in brain health research and education.

Founded in 2012 by Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen, HFC is a nationally recognized organization that is changing the trajectory of Alzheimer’s disease through broad-scale awareness, brain health education, and tangible support for families impacted by the disease. HFC’s mission is to care for families impacted by this disease, activate the next generation of Alzheimer’s advocates, and be a leader in brain health research and education.

Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Development (SDD), the Senior Development Manager (SDM) will drive fundraising efforts and build meaningful relationships with donors. The role involves assisting with large-scale fundraising initiatives and events, forging creative partnerships with diverse constituents, including traditional philanthropic foundations, multinational corporations, and individual donors. Additionally, the SDM will analyze fundraising data to track progress, ensure goals are met, and report outcomes to senior leadership and key collaborators. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, relationship management, and a passion for advancing the nonprofit’s mission.

Responsibilities

Fundraising
-Collaborate with the SDD to execute the annual development plan that includes individual donor, corporate sponsorship, fundraising events, and institutional/foundation fundraising strategies
-Help identify, develop, and cultivate donors – individual, corporate, government, and foundation
-Partner with the Program and Communications managers to develop and implement comprehensive fundraising campaigns
-Regularly reflect on progress through data tracking and analysis, and ability to create both compelling visual and written reports
-Manage HFC’s Salesforce database – including gift entry, reporting, record management, reconciliation with the finance team, production of mailing lists, and continuous system improvement
-Track identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activity in Salesforce
-Grant writing - Partner with the Executive Director (ED) and SDD as requested to prepare LOIs, written proposals, and other materials to secure grant awards
-Grant management -  Support ED and SDD to ensure timely submission of proposals and reports using project management and CRM software
-Assist in the execution of all fundraising events (ranging from 3rd party and boutique events to a large, annual signature event)
-Support 3rd Party fundraising activities, including evaluating event proposals, supporting the creation and distribution of 3rd party toolkits, management of 3rd party partners, and other support as needed or assigned

Development Administration
-Provide fundraising administrative assistance to the ED and SDD, including scheduling prospect meetings and preparing materials, such as prospect briefs or research, in advance of meetings
-Manage the Young Professionals Board (known as the HFC Associates) engagement and administration - partner with SDD and support staff to oversee and provide staff assistance to Associates leadership; support Associates administrative functions, including meeting and committee planning and execution; develop and deploy comprehensive communications campaign to provide organizational updates to Associate members; act as the liaison between the Associates and HFC staff and Board leadership; support Associates event planning and execution
-Manage DIY Individual and Team fundraising activity, including developing strategies to support individual fundraisers, identify opportunities to increase participation in the program, and implement strategies to increase revenue
-Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

-Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (minimum 5 years)
-3+ years of professional experience working in development with a proven track record of successfully managing a portfolio of mid-level donors ($1,000 - $5,000 annually) and/or Annual Fund, including Direct Mail and email marketing
-3+ years of professional experience working in fundraising events with a proven track record of successfully supporting complex, strategic fundraising events
Impeccable writing skills – experience writing grant proposals, donor marketing, and/or Direct Mail a plus
-Strong attention to detail – visual and written accuracy and precision required
-Excellent technological skills: substantial experience with Salesforce or similar donor database; above average experience with Classy or similar platform for gift and credit card processing, event management, and 3rd party and DIY fundraising activities; experience with iWave, Windfall or similar wealth screening platform a plus; experience with project management software (Asana or similar), and G-suite preferred

HFC seeks candidates who:
-Have a proven track record of fundraising success, including individual and institutional giving, and events
-Are relationship builders and have a passion for donor cultivation and stewardship
-Have experience supporting or managing 3rd party and DIY fundraising activities, including individuals and team fundraisers
-Possess interest in learning moves management strategy
-Think creatively and strategically and use diplomacy and innovative approaches to problem-solving
-Thrive in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial nonprofit environment
-Are self-starters: manage deadlines; work effectively within a collaborative environment
-Embrace collaboration and have the ability to work well with others remotely
-Demonstrate integrity, strive for excellence in their work, and approach activities and challenges with a growth mindset
-Are passionate about HFC’s mission and able to promote and communicate the philosophy, mission, and values of HFC to key collaborators. Experience in the Alzheimer's or health-related space is a plus.
-Are effective collaborators and have strong relationship-building skills
-Have experience with or ability to work responsibly with high-net-worth donors and celebrities
-Employ a sense of humor
-Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Salary & Benefits

$70,000 - $80,000.  HFC values our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation and benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance, retirement plan with Employer-matching, and paid time off.

How to Apply

Because of the emphasis on writing in this position, we require a cover letter to assess writing proficiency.  Please submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected] with your name and “Senior Development Manager Position” in the subject line.

There’s no such thing as a perfect candidate, so don’t let imposter syndrome hold you back. You don’t need 100% of the preferred qualifications to add value to our team. Our supporters come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you’re passionate about what you could accomplish here, we’d love to hear from you.

DEI Statement   We work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the organization. We strive to provide a collaborative environment where each person is encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture.
At HFC, we take DEI seriously, but we also know that laughing together is a great way to build understanding and create a more inclusive environment. We're like a diverse group of superheroes, with unique powers and perspectives, coming together to make the world a better place.
We are committed to creating a workplace culture that celebrates our differences and embraces everyone's quirks. We believe that diversity is not just about race, gender, or ethnicity, but also about the many different ways that people express themselves and experience the world around them.
Our DEI efforts are not just lip service - we're taking action to ensure that everyone is welcome and valued. From our hiring practices to our program development, we're constantly asking ourselves: "How can we make this more inclusive?"
We know that humor can be a powerful tool for breaking down barriers and bringing people together. So, we invite you to bring your sense of humor to work, and help us create a workplace where everyone is free to be their authentic selves.

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Hilarity for Charity, Inc.

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Beverly Hills, CA

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