Development Manager

Are you ready to build corporate and foundation partnerships that expand resources and opportunities for young people nationwide? Do you have experience managing donor relationships, developing funding proposals, and coordinating partnership strategies and deliverables? National 4-H Council is seeking a Development Manager to steward and grow an annual portfolio of corporate and foundation partners in support of our mission and fundraising goals.

At National 4-H Council, we empower nearly 6 million young people each year to become confident leaders who are ready for life and work. As the nation’s largest youth development organization, we prepare young people to be Beyond Ready through hands-on learning experiences in STEM, Agriculture, Healthy Living, and Civic Engagement.

As the Development Manager, you will manage and steward an annual portfolio of $1 million to $4 million, including gifts ranging from $150,000 to $500,000 from national corporations and foundations. You will develop customized proposals, partnership activation strategies, and impact reports; coordinate legal review and donor deliverables; manage program plans and timelines; maintain donor activity in the organization’s CRM; and identify opportunities to renew and grow partnership revenue.

Join us in connecting corporate and foundation partners with opportunities to support 4-H youth across the country. Through donor stewardship, partnership development, and cross-functional coordination, you will help grow the resources that expand the reach of 4-H and prepare more young people to be Beyond Ready. #4HBeyondReady

Mission

4-H, the nation’s largest youth development organization, grows confident young people empowered for life today and prepared for careers tomorrow. In collaboration with the USDA and our network of 110 public universities, we serve every county and parish in the United States in more than 3,000 local 4-H Extension offices. Our programs have a positive impact on young people: 4-H youth are 2x more likely to excel in school, 4x more likely to contribute to their communities, 2x more likely to make healthier choices, and 2x more likely to pursue STEM education or careers.

National 4-H Council (Council), 4-H’s private sector nonprofit partner, builds public-private partnerships and provides resources and leadership development opportunities that expand the reach and impact of 4-H. With the Beyond Ready Initiative, 4-H has the potential to reach 10 million young people annually to help them lead healthy, productive, and engaged lives. Young leaders will have the experience and mentorship to succeed in an evolving workforce and thrive in their communities.

Position Summary

The Development Manager will renew corporate partners to raise restricted & unrestricted revenue and increase brand awareness for 4-H. With an annual goal of $1-4 million dollars, the Development Manager will steward existing donors to renew their partnership and grow their investment in National 4-H Council. The Development Manager will manage donor gifts ranging from $150K to $500K from major national corporations and foundations as well as work across the organization to meet deliverables and seek opportunities to steward donors through local engagements, National Council events and customized opportunities.

Essential Functions

Minimum Qualifications

Required Qualifications 

Preferred Qualifications

Travel Requirements: Travel may be necessary up to 20% of the time (local, regional, national). This role would require travel by air, car, or rail. 

Salary Range Disclosure: The salary range listed reflects the national market range for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the selected candidate's geographic location and internal equity considerations.

ADA Requirements: The physical demands described here represent those that an Associate must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Disclaimer: This position description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to include or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. An incumbent may be asked to perform other tasks as needed.