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# Development Manager

- **Company:** Wichita Animal Action League, Inc.
- **Location:** Wichita, KS, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $60,000.0 - $80,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, WordPress
- **Published:** July 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e33bde33823a336c

## About the Role

Education: Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, marketing, communications, or related field preferred but is not required depending on experience.

 - Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years in nonprofit development or fundraising. It would be strongly preferred if the candidate had previous experience with Capital Campaigns.

Skills:

 - Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
 - Proficiency in fundraising software, CANVA, Facebook, Instagram, and CRM systems, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.

-Website content and management abilities. Experience in WordPress and Oxygen is a plus but not required.

 - Creative problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to challenges.

-Self-motivated

-Highly organized

Certifications:

 - Certification in fundraising (e.g., CFRE) is a plus but not required.

## Description

1. Fundraising Strategy
 - Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet the organization's financial goals.
 - Identify and cultivate relationships with individual donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
 - Create and oversee fundraising campaigns, events, and initiatives to increase donor engagement.

 2. Grant Writing and Management
 - Research grant opportunities and write compelling proposals to secure funding.
 - Manage grant applications, reporting, and compliance to ensure adherence to funder requirements.
 - Maintain a calendar of grant deadlines and deliverables.

-This will be a shared duty with the Executive Director.

 3. Donor Relations and Stewardship
 - Establish and maintain relationships with current and potential donors, ensuring timely acknowledgment and appreciation.
 - Develop and implement strategies for donor retention and upgrading giving levels.
 - Organize donor recognition events and communications to highlight the impact of contributions.

 4. Marketing and Communications
 - Collaborate with the volunteer communications team to develop materials that promote the organization's mission, programs, and fundraising efforts.
 - Utilize social media, newsletters, and other channels to engage the community and raise awareness about the organization's work.
 - Develop compelling storytelling strategies to connect potential donors with the mission of animal rescue.

 6. Reporting and Analysis
 - Prepare regular reports on fundraising progress, donor engagement, and campaign effectiveness.
 - Analyze data to identify trends and improve fundraising strategies.


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