Senior Development Manager

. Responsible for the strategy, planning, execution and achievement of a $750,000+ annual fundraising portfolio .

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeOrange • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for the strategy, planning, execution and achievement of a $750,000+ annual fundraising portfolio
Oversees all aspects of event fundraising, including relationship management, sponsorship acquisition, and donor cultivation
Collaborates cross-functionally to ensure alignment with organizational goals and high-impact experiences
Builds and sustains high-impact relationships with key donors, sponsors, and volunteers
Monitors fundraising progress and proactively adjusts strategies to exceed financial goals

What you’ll need

BS/BA or equivalent experience
4+ years successful experience in fundraising, corporate engagement, volunteer partnership, and relationship development
Experience driving revenue through sales excellence
Skilled at leading high-functioning collaborative event teams
Strong customer service orientation
Demonstrated ability in handling multiple priorities, project and timeline management and planning

Comp & perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

fundraisingevent fundraisingrelationship managementsponsorship acquisitiondonor cultivationrevenue generationproject managementtimeline management

Soft Skills

collaborationcustomer service orientationrelationship developmentstrategic planningleadershipmulti-taskingorganizational skills

Certifications

BS/BA