Development Manager - Central Texas

• Assist with the development and execution of an annual fundraising plan that increases revenues to support the strategic direction of the organization.
• Work with the Sr. Director of Development & Outreach - Central Texas to develop and manage timelines for various fundraising activities to ensure deadlines are met.
• Serve as major point of contact for a new chamber with the goal of raising awareness and funding for Wonders & Worries.
• Work with the Sr. Director of Development & Outreach - Central Texas and Event Managers to secure funding for special events through building relationships with sponsors and underwriters.
• Help design, execute and manage campaigns to enhance the donor development pipeline in coordination with members of the Development staff.
• Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with new and existing donors (individuals, organizations, and foundations)

Budgeting and Strategy

• Help monitor and evaluate all fundraising activities to ensure that the fundraising goals are achieved.
• Work with the Sr. Director of Development & Outreach - Central Texas to set fundraising goals and objectives based on the approved budget and readjust fundraising goals and objectives throughout the year, if needed.
• Assist with the development of any new policies and procedures for the development department which reflect ethical and best fundraising practices.
• Monitor expenses and analyze budgets, income, and expenditures related to fundraising and the management of the development activities.
• Research strategies that will improve development activities and summarize for team.

Grant Funding

• Assist with the planning and researching of grant funding with the Sr. Director of Development & Outreach - Central Texas and Grant Writer.
• Assist with the creation of an annual plan for stewardship and growth from foundations and other grant-making organizations.
• Assist with the execution of this plan with the goal of building deeper relationships with existing grantors and growing the grantor base.
• Work with Grant Writer to review and submit grant proposals and reports on time.

Data Management

• Assist with the management of SalesForce data and all processes and procedures for data entry and maintenance by the Data Specialist.
• Assist with the reconciliation of Quickbooks and SalesForce by the CFO and the Sr. Director of Development & Outreach.
• Work with the Sr. Director of Development & Outreach - Central Texas to analyze data that will inform fundraising practices and strategy.

• Relationship-building skills - Builds authentic, long-term relationships with donors, sponsors, community partners, and colleagues, with a focus on creating meaningful connections to the mission.
• Strong communication skills - Communicates clearly and professionally with a wide range of audiences and can adapt messaging for donors, corporate partners, foundations, volunteers, and internal team members.
• Strategic and creative thinking - Brings new ideas and approaches to fundraising, donor engagement, prospect development, and community outreach while keeping strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Strong organizational and project management skills - Manages multiple priorities, timelines, and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and following through on commitments.
• Collaborative approach - Works effectively across departments and understands that successful fundraising requires strong collaboration among Development, Events, Programs, Finance, and Outreach.
• Data-informed decision making - Uses fundraising and donor data to identify trends, evaluate opportunities, measure progress, and make recommendations that strengthen development efforts.
• Resourcefulness and initiative - Proactively identifies opportunities, solves problems, and looks for ways to improve processes rather than waiting to be asked.
• Donor-centered mindset - Understands the importance of thoughtful stewardship and creates positive experiences that help donors feel connected to the impact of their support.
• Adaptability and flexibility - Comfortable adjusting priorities and approaches as organizational needs, fundraising opportunities, and community circumstances evolve.
• Attention to detail - Brings accuracy and consistency to donor communications, grant materials, budgets, data, and other development activities.
• Commitment to continuous improvement - Looks for ways to make fundraising systems, processes, communications, and team workflows more efficient and effective.
• Mission alignment - Demonstrates a genuine commitment to Wonders & Worries’ mission and an understanding of the importance of helping children and teens navigate a parent’s serious illness or injury.
• Experience in business development, fundraising, or relationship management is a plus, particularly the ability to build relationships, identify new opportunities, and support efforts that generate revenue and expand an organization’s reach.

• Location: Based in Austin, Texas with regular local travel to community partners and events
• Schedule: Flexible - 30 to 40 hours/week
• Compensation: $60,000-80,000 (based on 30 or 40 hours/week), full-time position with benefits
• Reports to: Sr. Director of Development & Outreach - Central Texas, * 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance