Hybrid Development Manager

at Charity Search Group

• Job title: Development Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, New York City, United States

About the role

• Development Manager driving fundraising strategies and donor engagement for Pratham USA's NY Tri-State Chapter. Collaborating with regional leadership and board members to achieve revenue targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of chapter fundraising efforts, including the NYC Gala, salons, and campaigns
• Set and deliver against revenue targets and annual fundraising goals
• Manage and grow a portfolio of mid-level donors ($5,000–$15,000)
• Strengthen donor relationships and increase retention, engagement, and giving levels
• Partner with chapter leadership and board members to strengthen fundraising effectiveness
• Support engagement, planning, and ongoing development of board-led initiatives
• Develop and expand corporate partnerships beyond sponsorships
• Build relationships through employee engagement, volunteer initiatives, and strategic partnerships
• Track and analyze fundraising performance across events, campaigns, and donor segments
• Use insights to inform strategy, improve outcomes, and guide decision-making
• Collaborate with development, marketing, and events teams to align fundraising efforts
• Lead and support special campaigns and chapter initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3–5+ years of nonprofit fundraising or development experience
• Demonstrated experience managing donor relationships and fundraising initiatives
• Experience working with or supporting volunteer boards or committees preferred
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build relationships and engage diverse stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively with volunteers and board members
• Knowledge of fundraising strategy, donor engagement, and event-based fundraising
• Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Self-starter with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Benefits

• Pratham USA has engaged Charity Search Group to manage the recruitment process for this position. To apply, kindly submit your application through the provided link. For inquiries or accommodation needs during the application process, please reach out to Orlisha Fox at [email protected] or visit www.charitysearchgroup.com.
• Pratham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workplace and strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.