Development Manager, Philanthropy

About Evidence Action 

At Evidence Action, we deliver data-driven interventions that transform lives at an unprecedented scale. We identify neglected global health issues and deploy proven solutions, forging healthier futures for generations.

Our model operationalizes leading academic research (including from Nobel-winning economists). We measure progress and outcomes at every stage to ensure we’re making a real impact for people living in poverty and suffering from preventable or treatable health issues. Operating across 9 countries, our team of 800+ has reached over 500 million people, working closely with governments to scale these interventions.

• Our Deworm the World program has delivered over 2 billion treatments, significantly reducing worm prevalence and generating more than $23 billion in lifetime productivity gains. 
• Through Safe Water Now, we’ve saved the lives of over 15,000 children. 
• Our Accelerator explores untapped opportunities in global health, testing low-cost interventions with the greatest potential to save and improve lives. 

At Evidence Action, your colleagues are your greatest asset. You'll partner with high-caliber colleagues in an environment blending innovation, autonomy, and teamwork. Our team excels in disruptive thinking and believes in rolling up our sleeves to get things done. If you're looking to work flexibly and with purpose, join a team that delivers measurable change for millions.

About the Role

As a Development Manager on our External Relations team, you will drive our individual fundraising strategy and expand key revenue streams. Working with the External Relations team, you will contribute to our existing strong growth trajectory, while driving further transformative growth and impact. Since 2017 we’ve raised $230M+ from GiveWell alone, and in parallel have roughly doubled our other sources of funding.

You will be directly responsible for raising funds through mid-level and major gift prospect cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship—focusing on gifts ranging from $10,000 to $100,000. You will have the opportunity to lead special projects to increase revenue, support leadership in their engagement with donors and prospects, and help shape the processes that strengthen our development efforts.

You will report to the Associate Director, Philanthropy, and may have supervisory responsibilities in the future depending on team needs. 

Responsibilities

Donor cultivation and relationship management  

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors to Evidence Action in the five- and six-figure range by developing and executing individualized donor engagement strategies to retain and grow giving in the portfolio, achieving annual revenue goals.
• Undertake wealth screening and research to identify high value potential prospects and develop strategies to secure new giving.
• Prepare senior management for engagement with donors and prospects.
• Create compelling communications including proposals, impact reports, acknowledgements, presentations, and other materials.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of Evidence Action’s programs and fundraising priorities
• Ensure complete and accurate records of donor engagement in Salesforce.

Fundraising strategy and project management

• Strategize to increase revenue from identified growth areas, including new audiences—for example, legacy giving, events, and other special projects.
• Create reports to analyze individual giving and track progress against fundraising targets, using results of analysis to recommend changes in engagement strategy; create and pull reports in Salesforce to support team activities.
• Develop systems for project management and coordination, including processes related to development operations and donor engagement.

Requirements

• You have 5-7 years’ experience with fundraising, communications, or business development; including 3 years of progressive experience with direct fundraising and donor relationship management responsibilities

• You have a track record of activating donors and closing of 5-figure (minimum) gifts
• You have experience communicating with high value donors and prospects; you hold the highest standards of excellence for your written and verbal communication
• You excel at "getting things done" and can manage complex projects through their life cycles
• You can iterate in real time, employ data for decision making, and innovate and pivot to find success
• You are willing to accommodate meetings with donors and globally-located colleagues outside standard business hours
• You have experience with CRM systems, especially Salesforce

Position Location

This position is remote. You are welcome but not required to work out of our office in D.C. Travel is expected up to 10% of the time for relevant conferences or team meetings.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a U.S. employment visa at this time. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. for roles based in the U.S.

Benefits

The expected role range for this US position is listed below. We consider multiple factors when determining the base salary for a role, including but not limited to: role scope, program budgets, internal equity, and a candidate’s qualifications and/or prior experience.

Note: Pay and benefits will be commensurate with the role specifications, local statutory requirements, and the cost of labor in the markets where we operate. 

The expected pay range for this full-time role is $74,800 - $83,500 per year.

For US based roles, Evidence Action provides comprehensive benefits including international health care, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans with a matching component, generous and flexible leave options, as well as other employee perks on a reimbursement basis. For more information visit our careers page or ask our recruiting team.

Evidence Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.