Development Manager for Pennsylvania Voice

About Pennsylvania Voice: Established in 2010, Pennsylvania Voice is the 501(c)3 table for more than 55 state and local-based organizations, working year-round to create a more accessible, inclusive, and representative democracy by amplifying the voices, leadership, and expertise of communities that have historically experienced deliberate barriers to civic participation. Our partnership is grounded in the belief that a fair and just society will be achieved through collective power; that democracy requires full participation and equitable representation; and that the pathway to power in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania must include Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and AAPI communities. 

Together, we win shared policy and civic engagement victories to build long-term power. 

A team of experienced organizers and strategists staff Pennsylvania Voice. We coordinate, support, convene, and co-create with a diverse community of statewide and local leaders, each representing distinct organizations, around three program areas: 

• Civic Engagement: Year-round integrated voter engagement campaigns that increase voting, voter registration, and participation in civic life among all Pennsylvanians and specifically Black, Indigenous, and communities of color.
• Voting Rights and Access: Modernizing elections to make voting more convenient and fully accessible to all.
• Reflective Democracy: Investment in community leadership and governance that is accountable to community interests and needs.

An explicit commitment to racial equity frames our partnership, our programs, and our culture.

Position Summary: Pennsylvania Voice is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and highly driven fundraiser to serve as Development Manager. This role is an integral part of Pennsylvania Voice’s Development Team, ensuring the strength and growth of the organization’s financial health and providing a wide range of support to the Development Director and Executive Director. The Development Team is responsible for raising the funds necessary for the 501(c)3 table to achieve its collective program goals ($3-5M annually) and for advancing the long-term strategic goals of Pennsylvania Voice in collaboration with funders, individual donors, partners, allies, and leaders in the civic engagement space both regionally and nationally. 

The ideal candidate will possess an aptitude for anticipating needs, a willingness to work with a small team to collaboratively set priorities, and the ability to proactively identify gaps in process or knowledge. This role is a good fit for a flexible problem solver who finds fulfillment in navigating complex systems alongside a diverse group of colleagues and stakeholders.

This position will report directly to the Development Director and is a member of the OPEIU Union. 

Central Responsibilities of the Development Manager:

Development Administration (35%)

• Managing the EveryAction donor database and related tracking documents, including inputting new gift and grant information and grant reporting deadlines.
• Generating and mailing gift acknowledgements.
• Overseeing the organization of donor related material.
• Supporting Development Team communication needs, including updates to Pennsylvania Voice’s web presence, drafting donor-facing content, and assisting in the creation of monthly email updates to stakeholders.
• Managing inquiries for payment information and grant award execution.
• Coordinating meetings with staff and external stakeholders.
• Providing support for the annual audit.

Events (25%)

• Coordinating the planning and implementation of events, including in-person and virtual funder briefings, site visits, leadership convenings, and other Development Team programs.
• Assisting the Development Director with event strategy, including setting goals, devising strategies, and crafting content.
• Handling event logistics, including ordering event supplies and print materials, making/receiving deliveries, liaising with venue contacts, maintaining guest lists, and collecting guest information.
• Managing all event communications, including invitations, reminders, and post-event follow ups.
• Providing day-of event support, including - but not limited to - set up of the physical space, guest registration, virtual meeting technical management, and small group facilitation.

Institutional Giving (30%)

• Assisting the Development Director with grants management, including drafting and submitting letters of inquiry, proposals, budgets, and reports.
• Supporting funder communication needs.
• Working with program staff to collect program data and outcomes and integrating it into funder-facing content.
• Collaborating with the Development Director in managing a portfolio of institutional funders and relationships.
• Assisting with funder prospecting and revenue projections.

Professional Development (10%)

• Seeking out and participating in opportunities (workshops, courses, learning cohorts, etc.) to develop fundraising, writing, grants management, nonprofit finance, and other related knowledge areas.
• Maintaining an active learning relationship with the topics of democracy, representation, power, race, and government. 

Qualifications: We’re seeking candidates who excel in building strong relationships, are results-oriented, excellent problem solvers, and strong project managers. Specifically, you will bring:

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience in development, fundraising, major gifts, and/or foundations.
• Experience with donor management or CRM software (EveryAction or Blackbaud preferred).
• Prior experience with digital fundraising (a plus)
• Experience with grants management or other forms of administrative experience (a plus).
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort interacting with stakeholders of all levels and roles, including partners, funders, and staff.
• Demonstrated experience with managing concurrent projects and consistently meeting their deadlines, while also knowing when and how to seek support as needed.
• Proven ability to conceptualize, implement, and manage systems.
• Aptitude for learning new software and related technical skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work well under pressure, while maintaining a high level of detail orientation.
• Passion for and commitment to the goals of Pennsylvania Voice, including civic engagement and economic, social, and racial justice.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of the challenges to justice related to race, gender, LGBTQ identity, age, class, and religion – in both internal and external settings.

Compensation: Salary range is $60,000-$70,000, dependent on experience. Pennsylvania Voice offers excellent benefits, including full medical and dental coverage, retirement (401K) package, and paid holiday and vacation days. 

Location: Pennsylvania Voice is a fully remote organization day-to-day, but does hold a few mandatory, in-person all-staff events each year. These events are generally held in our office located in Philadelphia, PA and the organization covers any associated travel costs. To complete some of the duties required of this role, additional Philadelphia office visits may be required. This role may require daytrip and overnight travel within Pennsylvania and sometimes nationally. It is preferred that candidates live in or be willing to relocate to Pennsylvania by the start date. 

How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter that speaks to your interest in Pennsylvania Voice and this role, as well as your qualifications for the position. Submit your application materials via the application portal on our website. Please, no phone calls. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the application and interview process, please reach out to us at jobs@pavoice.org.

Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, at which time the job announcement will be removed from our website, www.pennsylvaniavoice.org/jobs. 

Pennsylvania Voice is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We value a diverse workforce and have an inclusive culture. Pennsylvania Voice encourages women, people of color, persons with disabilities, people with records of arrest or conviction, veterans, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals to apply. Pennsylvania Voice hiring process will comply with Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Standards (“Ban the Box”). 

Salary Description
$60,000-$70,000