A Fundraising Manager manages fundraising for an organization. Develops and implements fundraising strategies that include online fundraising, mail and email campaigns, grant writing and fundraising events. May develop relationships with large donors.
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization Position Overview Women In Pre-Med, Inc. is seeking a motivated, relationship-driven Donor Outreach Specialist to help expand our donor network and strengthen relationships with individuals, medical professionals, businesses, foundations, and philanthropic organizations. The Donor Outreach Specialist will play an important role in identifying prospective donors, initiating outreach, following up with potential supporters, and helping convert relationships into meaningful financial support for WIPM's programs and initiatives. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, organized, professional, and passionate about creating opportunities for women pursuing careers in medicine. Key Responsibilities Donor Prospecting Research and identify prospective individual, corporate, medical, and philanthropic donors. Build and maintain a donor prospect database. Identify businesses and organizations whose mission aligns with WIPM. Research potential major donors and philanthropic partners. Donor Outreach Send professional donor emails, letters, and messages. Conduct donor follow-up through email, phone, LinkedIn, and other appropriate channels. Introduce prospective donors to WIPM's mission, programs, and impact. Schedule introductory meetings and donor conversations. Maintain consistent communication with prospective supporters. Relationship Management Develop professional relationships with donors and prospective supporters. Track donor interactions, follow-ups, responses, and commitments. Send thank-you messages and donor acknowledgments. Assist with donor stewardship campaigns and appreciation initiatives. Fundraising Support Support WIPM's fundraising campaigns and annual giving initiatives. Assist with fundraising events and donor engagement activities. Help secure individual donations, recurring gifts, corporate contributions, and sponsorships. Support the Development Department in meeting monthly and annual fundraising goals. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Professional email and phone etiquette. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to conduct online research. Comfortable communicating with executives, physicians, business owners, and philanthropic leaders. Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism. Passion for women's leadership, education, healthcare, or nonprofit development. Previous fundraising, sales, development, customer relations, or nonprofit experience is required . Preferred Skills Donor prospect research Grant/foundation research Corporate sponsorship outreach CRM/database management Email marketing LinkedIn outreach Relationship management Fundraising campaign development Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets Google Workspace Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is:
Relationship-Oriented:
Enjoys building genuine professional relationships.
Persistent:
Understands that donor development requires consistent follow-up.
Professional:
Can confidently communicate with physicians, executives, business owners, foundations, and community leaders.
Organized:
Can accurately track prospects, communications, meetings, and donations.
Mission-Driven:
Believes in expanding opportunities for women pursuing careers in medicine.
Volunteer Position:
This is currently an unpaid volunteer leadership/development position. Opportunities for increased responsibility, professional development, leadership experience, recognition, and advancement within the organization may be available based on performance and organizational needs. What You Will Gain Nonprofit fundraising experience Donor relationship management experience Corporate sponsorship experience Professional networking opportunities Experience communicating with executives and healthcare professionals Development and fundraising portfolio experience Opportunity to contribute to the growth of a national nonprofit organization Our Mission Women In Pre-Med, Inc. is committed to empowering women pursuing careers in medicine by providing mentorship, leadership development, educational opportunities, professional exposure, and access to resources that help them successfully navigate the medical pathway. Help us build the donor relationships that make these opportunities possible.
