Association of Fundraising Professionals - Northern New England Chapter (AFP-NNE)
Development Manager, Annual Giving (Hybrid)
Association of Fundraising Professionals - Northern New England Chapter (AFP-NNE), Waterville, Maine, us, 04901
Development Manager, Annual Giving (Hybrid)
Maine Children's Home
Job Posting Dec. 23, 2025
Are you energized by building authentic relationships and delivering campaigns that inspire generosity? The Maine Children’s Home is seeking a
Development Manager (Annual Giving)
to manage integrated annual giving, engage new and mid-level donors, secure corporate sponsorships, manage the grants calendar, and collaborate across teams to elevate donor impact. Learn more about the Maine Children's Home and our mission here: https://www.mainechildrenshome.org .
Reporting to the Director of Advancement & Philanthropy, the Development Manager will:
Lead project management and delivery for donor-centric annual fundraising campaigns, sponsorships, grants, and in-kind donation initiatives, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met; create and maintain a unified campaign calendar with clear timelines, deliverables, and cross-department workflows; manage cross-functional project plans to ensure on-time, on-budget execution
Optimize segmentation and messaging, leading donor segmentation, messaging frameworks, testing, and analysis to continuously improve campaigns and initiatives
Develop and implement multi-channel strategies for fundraising, donor acquisition, retention, and donor engagement in collaboration with Advancement team members
Cultivate meaningful relationships with individual donors and business partners, and secure corporate sponsorships that advance our mission
Maintain the grants calendar and collaborate with the Director of Advancement & Philanthropy, program staff, and a grants consultant on proposals and reports
Analyze campaign performance and trends to inform strategy and improve results
Collaborate across the organization: partner with Marketing & Communications to craft authentic storytelling highlighting donor impact and brand consistency; collaborate with programs to align donor engagement with milestones and volunteer opportunities; support the Director of Advancement & Philanthropy with personalized briefings, dashboards, and analysis; coordinate with Advancement Services to ensure accurate gift processing, clean donor records, and timely acknowledgments
Plan and execute meaningful donor events as part of the annual calendar, including logistics, budgets, and volunteer coordination
What You Bring:
Bachelor’s degree (nonprofit management, marketing, communications, or related field preferred); or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience in fundraising, sales, or development (non-profit preferred)
Excellent professional and interpersonal skills, including in-person, on the phone, and whether working independently or with a team
Strong project management and organizational skills; comfort leading cross-functional timelines and deliverables
Data-savvy approach to segmentation, campaign analysis, and performance optimization
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including spelling and grammar
Proficiency in donor management technology systems and Microsoft Office Suite
A warm, donor-centric mindset and passion for strengthening families and children
Note: Strong candidates with less experience may be considered for an adapted role of Development Associate that includes similar responsibilities with adjusted scope and support for professional growth.
Location: Waterville, ME (hybrid; 3 days/week on campus or more as required; occasional evenings, weekends, and in-state travel) Position: Full-Time, Exempt Salary: $50,000-$55,000, plus generous time off Anticipated Start: March 1 (flexible for the right candidate)
How To Apply: Submit your resume, plus a brief letter addressing how you fit what we are looking for and why this role appeals to you toMBonnell@MaineChildrensHome. org .
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Job Posting Dec. 23, 2025
Are you energized by building authentic relationships and delivering campaigns that inspire generosity? The Maine Children’s Home is seeking a
Development Manager (Annual Giving)
to manage integrated annual giving, engage new and mid-level donors, secure corporate sponsorships, manage the grants calendar, and collaborate across teams to elevate donor impact. Learn more about the Maine Children's Home and our mission here: https://www.mainechildrenshome.org .
Reporting to the Director of Advancement & Philanthropy, the Development Manager will:
Lead project management and delivery for donor-centric annual fundraising campaigns, sponsorships, grants, and in-kind donation initiatives, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met; create and maintain a unified campaign calendar with clear timelines, deliverables, and cross-department workflows; manage cross-functional project plans to ensure on-time, on-budget execution
Optimize segmentation and messaging, leading donor segmentation, messaging frameworks, testing, and analysis to continuously improve campaigns and initiatives
Develop and implement multi-channel strategies for fundraising, donor acquisition, retention, and donor engagement in collaboration with Advancement team members
Cultivate meaningful relationships with individual donors and business partners, and secure corporate sponsorships that advance our mission
Maintain the grants calendar and collaborate with the Director of Advancement & Philanthropy, program staff, and a grants consultant on proposals and reports
Analyze campaign performance and trends to inform strategy and improve results
Collaborate across the organization: partner with Marketing & Communications to craft authentic storytelling highlighting donor impact and brand consistency; collaborate with programs to align donor engagement with milestones and volunteer opportunities; support the Director of Advancement & Philanthropy with personalized briefings, dashboards, and analysis; coordinate with Advancement Services to ensure accurate gift processing, clean donor records, and timely acknowledgments
Plan and execute meaningful donor events as part of the annual calendar, including logistics, budgets, and volunteer coordination
What You Bring:
Bachelor’s degree (nonprofit management, marketing, communications, or related field preferred); or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience in fundraising, sales, or development (non-profit preferred)
Excellent professional and interpersonal skills, including in-person, on the phone, and whether working independently or with a team
Strong project management and organizational skills; comfort leading cross-functional timelines and deliverables
Data-savvy approach to segmentation, campaign analysis, and performance optimization
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including spelling and grammar
Proficiency in donor management technology systems and Microsoft Office Suite
A warm, donor-centric mindset and passion for strengthening families and children
Note: Strong candidates with less experience may be considered for an adapted role of Development Associate that includes similar responsibilities with adjusted scope and support for professional growth.
Location: Waterville, ME (hybrid; 3 days/week on campus or more as required; occasional evenings, weekends, and in-state travel) Position: Full-Time, Exempt Salary: $50,000-$55,000, plus generous time off Anticipated Start: March 1 (flexible for the right candidate)
How To Apply: Submit your resume, plus a brief letter addressing how you fit what we are looking for and why this role appeals to you toMBonnell@MaineChildrensHome. org .
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