Development Manager

DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Development Manager plays a critical role in the overall fundraising strategy for the
organization. Currently reports to the Acting Director of Development, this position
requires an enthusiastic team player comfortable in a significant management role
working at a fast pace on a variety of functions, including supporting the implementation
of systems and processes around donor management and fundraising events. This
position requires a highly detailed individual who is passionate and experienced in
fundraising, individual giving and special events; must be able to document using
excellent writing, proofreading and superior Microsoft office skills. This candidate must
possess a strong and proactive sense of initiative and follow-through, allowing needs
and/or problems to be detected early when possible, and to be communicated and
addressed promptly and successfully.

WBDC is currently operating and delivering services virtually. Once normal operations
resume (anticipated by mid-May 2022), this position will be based in WBDC’s Stamford
office. Occasional travel to other offices and sites including, New Haven, New London,
Bridgeport, Waterbury, and Hartford will be required. WBDC requires all employees to
provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. Qualified individuals seeking an exemption
from this vaccination requirement may apply for a medical or religious exemption. The
salary range for the position is $55,000 - $65,000 plus benefits and is commensurate
with experience.



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide general support for the Development department
• Manage processes and smooth and efficient communications between the

development department and grant writer, with other departments and senior
leadership

• Handle inter-departmental requests, including but not limited to:

• Manage the dissemination of grant-requested information when received from

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• Maintain annual Grants Timeline (renewals, prospects, reporting) in conjunction

• Write and submit select grant proposals, at the direction of DOD and grant writer
• Manage metrics and reporting for the department, including grant reporting in

organizational profiles and charts, program descriptions, budgets, financial
statements, etc.); maintain a master file of new and renewal applications and
their outcomes

o Update and maintain Sharepoint in accordance with WBDC current
practices

• Manage processes related to federal, state and local proposal submissions

• Manage the annual appeal

year
o Draft letter for review and approval by DOD
o Manage mailing execution with Development Assistant

• Assist with other fundraising mailings as necessary
• Provide support to Board of Directors Development Committee as needed

corporate and foundation funders
o Research prospecting tools/in-depth data mining
o Work with grant writer to utilize donor database to track and maximize the

data
o Manage data entry as it relates to relationship management in donor

and needed in conjunction with Development Assistant, including but not limited
to donations, donor stewardship, grant tracking, and moves management

• Collaborate with and assist other WBDC staff and departments in the

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• Manage utilization of eTapestry, including creating systems, reporting and

• Attend and work at WBDC events, with some being outside of standard work

• Assist with WBDC’s donor cultivation and fundraising events, and provide

o Generating select lists or reports when needed
o Online proposal submissions when needed
o Other tasks as needed

• Attend staff meetings and participate in organization-wide planning activities;

• Other duties as assigned
  

JOB QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Undergraduate degree in business administration or equivalent
• Minimum of 6 years of non-profit fund-raising experience
• Knowledge of basic fund-raising and marketing techniques and strategies
• Knowledge and experience in business, supervision, and management
• Knowledge of the functions, operation, and mission of the specific department
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal relationship building and employee coaching and

Disclaimer
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
About WBDC:
Established in 1997, the Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) is a non-profit
organization dedicated to helping women achieve economic equity through entrepreneurial
training, financial education and grant making. WBDC provides education, training, resources
and connections to women (and men) at training sites throughout Connecticut, offering a
continuum of programs and services to clients in need while fostering influential relationships for

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successful business women at the other end of the spectrum. Our team consists of bright,
energetic and talented people who have a passion for making a difference in the world.
WBDC offers a competitive benefit package including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, life
insurance, paid time off, holidays, and more in a supportive and flexible working environment.

WBDC, Inc. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

WBDC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity
employer. We welcome qualified applicants to receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national
origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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