Part-time Development Manager

About the Organization

Changing the Conversation (CTC) is
building a corps of deep canvassers to grow an American electorate
that embraces compassion and inclusion. CTC helped flip
Staten Island in 2018, Pennsylvania in
2020, and again in
2022.  Campaigns have been featured in the
NY Times,
The Nation,
WNYC,
The American Prospect,
Politics Is For Power, The
Philadelphia Citizen and
The Forge.

Deep canvassing is a proven method that patiently invites voters
over to support a cause. It’s a form of conversation that builds
trust through empathetic listening, deep mutual respect, and
connecting emotionally. Through the telling and eliciting of
stories, voters connect their values with participating in
democracy.  Randomized control trials have shown deep
canvassing to be the most effective form of voter persuasion that’s
ever been measured.  CTC’s Deep Canvassing connects with
unlikely voters in marginalized communities of Philadelphia in a
way that no one else does.Our country, and our world, is at a
critical turning point. Next fall, US voters will face a stark
choice: stand up for democracy or stay home and let autocratic rule
continue its ascent. A few states will tip the balance.
Pennsylvania is one of them. The good news is that there are
potential voters that are open to talking, there are potential
volunteers seeking meaningful ways to be political, and our deep
canvassing strategy works! 

We are committed to doing the work and challenging each other to
achieve levels of excellence. We also strive to be an organization
in which everyone is respected and heard, as well. We also
acknowledge the work is hard, and the world is brutal, and we
strive to build a culture of positive, hopeful attitudes, with joy,
laughter, and mission.  For more information about CTC, visit
our website here. 

About the Role

Do you feel like the world is on fire?  Do you believe in
building people-power and movements for people who want to be part
of this pivotal moment and turn things around? Our country, and our
world, is at a critical turning point. Next fall, US voters will
face a stark choice: stand up for democracy or stay home and let
autocratic rule continue its ascent. 

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Part-time
Development Manager to support, and ultimately lead, our efforts in
fundraising and donor relations. The ideal candidate will have a
strong commitment to social justice, excellent communication
skills, and a proven track record in nonprofit development. 
While experience in development is a plus, we are dedicated to
supporting employees in developing new skills.  We welcome
candidates with a variety of backgrounds and encourage you to apply
even if you don’t meet every qualification. It does require a
genuine interest in learning about the art and science of raising
money for work you believe in.

This role reports to the Director and offers a unique opportunity
to contribute to meaningful social change in a collaborative and
supportive environment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited
to:

Development Strategy

Work closely with the Director and
organization leadership to implement, and iterate, a fundraising
strategy aligned with the organization’s mission 
Learn how to identify, cultivate, and
secure funding from diverse sources, including grants and
individual donors

Donor Engagement, Stewardship, Management

Cultivate and maintain relationships
with individual donors, major donors, and corporate partners
Develop and execute donor engagement
plans to enhance donor retention and satisfaction
Implement effective stewardship
practices to express gratitude and demonstrate the impact of donor
contributions
Own relationship management for key
funder prospects and donors
Develop a tiered stewardship strategy
to demonstrate gratitude, keep donors engaged with our work and
mission, and amplify future gifts

Development Operations

Work closely with CTC’s Director to
create and implement development operations procedures and
policies
Manage day-to-day operations of
development office and data administration, including gift
processing and acknowledgment, database management,
reporting,ensuring integrity of all records, and working with other
departments, as appropriate
Maintain complete records including
contracts, paperwork, and key documentation
Monitor and report regularly on the
progress of the development program

Grant Writing Management

Work with Director and outside
consultants to help create outward-facing materials, including
reports and summaries as needed for funders, board of directors
(Fundraising Outreach Toolkit) and general appeals 

• Research grant opportunities aligned with CTC’s
  focus

• Prepare first drafts of grant proposals and reports, ensuring
  alignment with organizational goals

Manage relationships with grantors
and ensure compliance with reporting requirements
Work with consultants to create
clear, concise, and compelling proposals and letters of intent that
animate our work, values, and vision

Event Planning and Coordination

Plan, coordinate, and execute
fundraising events, ranging from small donor gatherings to dinner
parties; ensure seamless event logistics, engaging programming, and
meaningful donor interactions
Work closely with, and under the
guidance of, Director to build a volunteer fundraising team by
identifying, recruiting, training volunteer leaders.

Networking and Outreach 

Represent the campaign at relevant
industry events, networking functions, and community gatherings,
leveraging these opportunities to expand the donor base and
strengthen relationships with key stakeholders

Candidate Requirements:

Passion for constructively countering
the forces of demagoguery, violent extremism and voter
suppression
Demonstrated commitment to
progressive issues, including at least three years of experience
working in a progressive politics or organization, or through
consistent volunteer experience
Strong interpersonal and social
skills and ability to build relationships quickly
Demonstrated experience managing
projects and collaborating with stakeholders
Strong organizational skills and
meticulous attention to detail
Strong written communication skills
required; experience writing grants and managing non-profit
communications materials preferred but not required
Ability to problem-solve, think
flexibility, and navigate ambiguity
Comfort working remotely and
technical fluency in utilizing Google Suite, databases, and new and
different online portals; comfort and experience with Everyaction
and Donorbox is a plus
Demonstrated success in development
preferred but not required
Willingness to work in the field,
including some evenings and weekends for events
Desire and willingness to learn how
to deep canvass and work on canvases, on occasion

Location

The is a hybrid position, working at times on sight with the New
York-based Director.  There would also be occasional travel to
Philadelphia for canvassing.  

Compensation 

This is a part-time job that will be, on average, 10-20 hours
per week.  We expect that as the second quarter of 2024 turns
into the third and fourth, there will be periods of intensity. The
hours and pay for this job will be $75-$125. The final rate will be
determined based on years of experience and internal equity. This
is also a position with an opportunity for career growth, training
and advancement. 

CTC is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that
values diversity.  Recruiting staff to create an inclusive
organization is a priority, and we strongly encourage Black,
Indigenous & People of Color, Spanish Speakers, and women to
apply.  Candidates are evaluated solely on their
qualifications to perform the work required.

How to Apply

Interested parties should email [email protected] with
the following:

An updated resume
In 300 words or less, please share
where you learned about the role, why you are interested, and what
makes you qualified for the part-time Development Manager role at
CTC.

Please write “Part-Time Development Manager Application” in the
subject line of the email.