> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2832898-horizon-s-development-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2832898-horizon-s-development-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Horizon's Development Manager - **Company:** Carolina Day School, Inc. - **Location:** Asheville, NC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $62,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Office, Gsuite - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=19264c3da363b6b4 ## About the Role Required * Passionate about Horizons at Carolina Day and its mission * Excellent interpersonal skills, including discretion and good judgment * Working knowledge of fundraising through all social media outlets * Reliable, collaborative, and flexible * Ability to relate effectively to a diverse community and to connect with Horizons' staff, volunteers, partners, consultants, board members, children, and parents * Exceptional writing, proofreading skills * Demonstrated excellence in time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail * Ability to learn from feedback, handle multiple projects, work independently, and produce quality results on schedule * Demonstrated ability with Microsoft Office, Google Apps, and familiarity with database management * 4-year college degree * 2+ years of experience in a development or fundraising or grantmaking role Ideal * Experience in developing and organizing marketing and fundraising proposals for various audiences * Experience working with various stakeholders to ensure mission alignment across fundraising and/or efforts in nonprofit settings ## Description The Development Manager will manage a dynamic and multi-modal development program that will support the continued growth and sustainability of Horizons at Carolina Day. This position will work to advance the current development program while also conceiving and implementing new fundraising strategies. This position will partner with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors while taking the lead on all fundraising activities., Staff, part-time. This position involves collaborating in the office on the campus of Carolina Day School, taking meetings in-person off-campus, as well as virtual meetings. Flexible, remote work will also be possible for a portion of the hours. Approximately 60 to 80 hours per month., Horizons at Carolina Day School is seeking a Development Manager to develop and implement both existing and new fundraising programs, cultivate and enhance constituent relationships for Horizons at Carolina Day School, including but not limited to: * Support and collaborate with the Executive Director across all aspects of development * Communicate with individual donors through annual giving efforts such as email and social media campaigns as well as phone communications * Supervise Horizons National Giving Day, year-end efforts through outreach, strategy, and social media * Identify and cultivate major donors * Create campaign and fundraising materials, analyze all fundraising results, and make recommendations to the ED and Board to increase reach, participation, and gift level * Lead stewardship efforts for donor base * Manage, supervise and lead special events oriented toward our donors during the year these include friendraisers, supporter's breakfast(s), visits to programming, and our annual benefit. * Collaborate with program director and teaching staff to set event schedules as needed * Develop relationships with area businesses and corporations to build corporate giving program * Represent Horizons at Carolina Day at community events and implement strategies to increase awareness and name recognition of Horizons throughout the community * Update and manage donor database including updating all constituent information, producing mailing labels and lists, creating and updating donor lists, and processing donations throughout the year and ticket sales for our annual event * Coordinate the gift acknowledgement process, ensuring all gifts and pledges are stewarded in a timely fashion; generate annual gift reminders * Attend board meetings as requested * Contribute to expansion and growth conversations related to programming * Meet weekly with the Executive Director