Development Manager

Development Manager Massillon, OH Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $65,000 a year 9 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Non-profit experience Volunteer management Event coordination Major gifts Supervising experience Sponsorships Bachelor's degree Fundraising event program management CRM system proficiency Leadership Full Job Description About The Legacy Project of Stark Founded in 2015, The Legacy Project of Stark is a nonprofit organization committed to mobilizing communities to form life-changing mentoring relationships with students and caregivers. Serving over 1,100 students across 22 program sites in Stark County, the organization offers School-Based Programs and Community-Based Programs focusing on Social-Emotional Learning and the 40 Developmental Assets set by SEARCH Institute.

Our Core Values:

Driven by

Relationships:

We build trust, lead with empathy, and invest in people.

Teachable:

We are open to feedback, eager to learn, and humble in our growth.

Consistency:

We show up reliably, follow through, and model integrity every day.

Strength-Based Empowerment:

We believe every person has unique strengths, talents and potential. We approach every interaction with respect, curiosity and the belief that growth is possible. Position Summary The Development Manager will play a key role in advancing the organization's fundraising strategy while working closely with the Director of Development. This position is designed as a succession-track role with the opportunity to advance into a Director of Development position. Key Responsibilities Partner with the Director of Development to create and execute annual fundraising strategy Manage and grow a portfolio of mid-level and major donors Lead sponsorship development for events and organizational initiatives Plan and oversee fundraising events, including cultivation and stewardship strategies Utilize and optimize CRM systems for donor tracking, reporting, and communications Develop donor engagement strategies, including campaigns, appeals, and stewardship plans Analyze fundraising data to improve donor retention and giving levels Assist in board engagement and fundraising efforts Supervise or collaborate with volunteers and/or development staff as needed Qualifications 2+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience Demonstrated success in major gifts, sponsorships, and donor cultivation Experience managing fundraising events Strong proficiency with CRM systems Strategic thinker with leadership potential Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Bachelor's degree required (relevant field preferred) Preferred Qualifications Experience working with nonprofit boards Experience in donor development and major fundraising initiatives Supervisory or leadership experience Experience in Grant writing and reporting Salary Range (Ohio) $50,000-$65,000 annually , depending on experience Potential for performance-based bonuses or incentives Growth Opportunity This role is intentionally designed to transition into the Director of Development position, contingent on performance and organizational needs.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) matching Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person