DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Paid Contract, 30 hours per month | 6 Months | Remote (must be US-based and have experience with US charities)

Development Manager drives growth by identifying new opportunities, building relationships, and executing strategies to expand reach and revenue. They focus on strategic planning, fundraising, and relationship management, often involving market research, lead generation, and completing grants. 

You’re a match for us if you:

  • Understands the vision of Photographers Without Borders, is aligned with our values, and sees pathways to building sustainable core funding and revenue.

  • Are a go-getter who is impact-driven and wants to put their fundraising and business development background to good use in a non-profit environment.

  • Have a comprehensive understanding fundraising and development opportunities for a 501(c)(3) registered in the United States in the non-profit/photography/environment realms.

  • Are excellent at building and maintaining relationships.

  • Are well-organized and great at communicating online and over zoom.

  • Align with and commit to the organization’s values, code of ethics, operations manual and other internal policies. 

  • Professional, adaptive, and responsible.

  • Is task-oriented and has a proven track record in fundraising and development.

What you would be responsible for:

  • Identify and Pursue New Opportunities:

    This involves researching new markets, identifying potential clients, and developing strategies to generate leads. 

  • Build and Maintain Relationships:

    Cultivate strong relationships with both existing and potential clients, fostering trust and loyalty. 

  • Develop and Execute Fundraising Strategies:

    They create and implement plans to expand and achieve the organization's funding goals. 

  • Conduct Market Research:

    Understanding market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs is crucial for identifying opportunities. 

  • Conduct Fundraising Activities:

    Involved in negotiating contracts, pricing agreements, and securing partnerships. 

  • Report and Analyze:

    Track progress, analyze results, and report on performance to ensure goals are being met. 

  • Attending our weekly Wednesday meetings starting at at 6:45pm EST (online).