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Help turn generosity into opportunities for girls! Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois is seeking a motivated, relationship-focused Development Manager to help grow our fundraising efforts and strengthen connections with donors, businesses, and community partners. Working closely with the Director of Development, this role will implement the fundraising strategy of Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois. This is a hands-on position responsible for fundraising appeals and campaigns, donor stewardship, Pearl Society (recurring donation), special event fundraising execution, corporate and community partnerships, and keeping regular contact with donors, sponsors, community partners, vendors, and volunteers to cultivate and solicit donors and partners.

Starting Salary:

$43,000.00 This hybrid position combines remote work with regular in-person meetings, community outreach, events, and support throughout the council territory. Occasional travel to council offices, trainings, and special events is required. Benefits Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that may include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life and disability insurance Retirement plan participation Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays) Employee assistance program Professional development opportunities Mileage reimbursement for approved business travel What You'll Do Build and maintain relationships with donors and community partners. Coordinate fundraising campaigns, appeals, and donor communications Manage the Pearl Society (recurring giving program) and other giving appeals and establish goals/actions towards growing the membership and revenue. Help coordinate fundraising events, sponsorships, corporate partnerships, and grants. Maintain accurate donor records, gifts, reports, follow-up communications as well as campaign tracking, pledges, mailing lists and other pertinent data for the day to day operations Produce donor lists, reports, campaign tracking, donor portfolio information, and other development data needed to support fundraising strategy, stewardship, appeal creation, forecasting, and decision making What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is organized, personable, a strong communicator, and comfortable managing multiple projects and building dynamic relationships within the community.

Other Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, marketing, public relations, fundraising, or a related field. Demonstrated professional or relevant experience in donor cultivation, recurringindividual giving, coordinating large fundraising events, sponsorships and corporate partnerships. 2+ years of experience is preferred. Proficiency with donor databases and CRM systems; DonorPerfect experience is preferred. Grant writing or grant management experience is preferred Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with the Director of Development. Work Environment and Schedule This position requires: A flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends When applicable, travel throughout the council territory The ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds Acceptance of the Girl Scout Promise and Law and membership in Girl Scouts of the USA Why Join Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois? At Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois, we believe every girl deserves the opportunity to discover her strengths, build confidence, and make a positive impact in her community. Our team works alongside dedicated volunteers, community partners, and supporters to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Join Our Team! If you enjoy building relationships, connecting people to a meaningful mission, and helping great ideas grow, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and help create more opportunities for girls across Southern Illinois. Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.