Donor Relations Manager

Under the general guidance of the Advancement Director, the Donor Relations Manager is responsible for developing and implementing the annual fundraising plan, developing strategies to increase donor engagement and overall giving, managing a portfolio of mid-level and major donors, and meeting ambitious financial goals through development, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. The Donor Relations Manager also partners with the Development Manager on the planning and execution of fundraising events. The position works collaboratively with the Development Manager, serves on the agency’s leadership team, and manages fundraising campaigns and donor relations.

About ACCESS

ACCESS is an energetic, diverse, and compassionate team that creates positive change in the community every day. If you are dedicated, hardworking and have a passion for helping others, ACCESS is the place for you!

Position Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as member of the Advancement Leadership Team and help ensure the organization has the resources to achieve goals set forth in the ACCESS strategic plan and to advance our mission.
• In coordination with Advancement Director and Development Manager, set and achieve annual and long-range fundraising goals, measuring progress throughout the year to ensure success.
• Develop and implement the Annual Development Plan in consultation with the Advancement Director and Development
• Evaluate existing fundraising strategies, compile comprehensive data reports, analyze ROI, recommend improvements and implement new/improved strategies.
• Develop or enhance development programs, such as the monthly sustainer and planned giving
• Develop and implement strategies to increase donor engagement and re-engage lapsed donors as well as acquire new donors and broaden ACCESS’ donor demographic.
• Build and manage a personal portfolio of mid-level and major donors by leading in cultivation, solicitation, and exceptional stewardship.
• Partner with the Development Manager to develop, plan, implement, and evaluate ACCESS’ four annual fundraising events.
• Serve on event committees to plan and execute successful annual fundraising events, and ensures fundraising goals are met through corporate sponsorship, procurement, and individual and corporate
• In collaboration with the Mar/Comms Team, oversee the creation of collateral materials for fundraising campaigns, including print and electronic appeals and social media content.
• Work with department and agency senior leadership to identify funding needs related to organizational strategic goals and program and operations budgets.
• Work collaboratively with Finance Department to provide timely notice of impending gifts, oversee and ensure gifts are accurately coded, and evaluate and improve development financial procedures and written
• Conduct and record outcome of measurable number of face-to-face visits with donor prospects to solicit major and planned gifts and ensure all development activities are accurately recorded.
• Solicit a measurable number of mid-level and major gifts annually while growing a pipeline of new opportunities to support future major gift solicitations.
• Represent ACCESS to the general public, including but not limited to public speaking, committees, and outreach to various partners and constituencies as appropriate.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of development experience; or equivalent years of experience may be substituted for the educational requirement.
• Minimum of three years of successful development experience in major or planned giving fundraising, event planning and donor cultivation.
• Proven experience working on a fundraising team that successfully raised more than $1 million in revenue
• Proven ability to identify major gift prospects and secure major gifts ($10,000+ level).
• 2-3 years of leadership and/or supervisory
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated record of accomplishment in these areas.
• Excellent computer skills, including thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel
• This position is required to have a work issued cell phone (in lieu of a cell phone other similar options are available per the agency Cell Phone Election Form).
• Valid Oregon driver’s license with record that is acceptable under ACCESS’ insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

ACCESS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, ACCESS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.