Development Manager

Charity Search Group

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.

Posted 4/16/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

What you’ll need

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

Comp & perks

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 orlisha@charitysearchgroup.com 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.

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Hard Skills & Tools

nonprofit fundraisingdonor relationship managementfundraising strategyevent-based fundraisingproject managementcritical thinkingproblem-solving

Soft Skills

organizational skillswritten communicationverbal communicationrelationship buildingstakeholder engagementvolunteer managementability to meet deadlines

Certifications

Bachelor's degree