Development Manager
$80k/y-$87.5k/y
a day ago
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HybridFull-timeSenior
Summary
Chicken & Egg Films is seeking a Development Manager to join their team in Brooklyn, NY. The role involves driving fundraising strategies, managing donor relationships, and overseeing CRM systems to support women and gender-expansive documentary filmmakers.
About the Role
As a Development Manager, you will be a key member of a three-person development team responsible for institutional giving, donor engagement, and event management. Your tasks will include writing grant proposals, managing donor communications, and leading fundraising events. You will also serve as the primary Salesforce administrator for the development department, ensuring data accuracy and supporting the overall fundraising strategy.
About You
Required:
- 5 years of directly relevant experience, with at least 3 years in nonprofit fundraising.
- Experience writing and managing successful grants for foundations, corporations, or government agencies.
- Experience managing CRM systems for development, including reporting and maintenance.
- Experience managing fundraising events.
- Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
Preferred:
- Strong Salesforce proficiency.
- Proficiency with project management platforms (e.g. Notion, Asana) and Airtable.
- Experience in gender equity, documentary film, human rights, social justice, or arts and culture.
Benefits
- 100% employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts for medical, dependent care, transit, and parking expenses.
- 403(b) plan with a matching employer contribution.
- 15 vacation days annually (20 at the two-year mark), 10 safe and sick leave days, and 4 personal days.
- Office closed for 10 holidays and offers a Summer Fridays schedule.
- Professional development opportunities and home office stipends.
- Paid 6-week sabbatical after every 5 years of continuous employment.
Chicken & Egg Films
Champions for women and gender-expansive doc filmmakers. Supporting stories that ignite change.
Brooklyn, NY