Development Manager

Location: Remote within the US, with quarterly travel to key events and summits

Salary: $90K – $100K/year, depending on prior experience

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

About the App Inventor Foundation

Founded in 2007 by educators and researchers at MIT and Google, App Inventor is a free, blocks-based programming platform that enables anyone—including those who may not think of themselves as coders—to create mobile apps for real, effective change in their communities. The App Inventor Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established by the same team, and it expands upon the educational initiatives of the App Inventor project by offering additional resources and opportunities for teachers and students across the globe. Our mission is to empower individuals of all backgrounds and ages to make apps that improve lives, uplift communities, and change the world. Learn more on our website: https://www.appinventorfoundation.org/.

About the Development Manager Position

We are seeking an experienced Development Manager to lead fundraising efforts and help achieve financial sustainability for the App Inventor Foundation. The Development Manager will be responsible for executing a fundraising strategy that will enable the Foundation to grow and thrive in the long-term. This may include overseeing grant-writing efforts; cultivating relations with new and existing supporters; or pursuing novel strategies altogether. This position is a good fit for someone who enjoys creative problem-solving, has a knack for networking, and is passionate about persuasive storytelling. The ideal candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills and a strong track record in nonprofit fundraising, development strategy, and donor relations.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement short- and long-term sustainability plans to support the Foundation's $2M annual budget.

  • Cultivate relationships with new and existing donors, foundations, and corporate partners.

  • Maintain a CRM system to track fundraising efforts, including data management and reporting.

  • Manage the donor stewardship process, ensuring clear communication, recognition, and ongoing engagement with supporters.

  • Proactively manage reporting requirements from institutional funders.

  • Research relevant grant opportunities from foundations and other organizations.

  • Lead grant writing efforts in collaboration with other members of the team.

  • Coordinate with the program and marketing teams to align fundraising campaigns with organizational initiatives and communications strategies.

  • Track and report on fundraising outcomes to the Executive Director and Board.

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

  • Has 3+ years of experience in nonprofit resource development and fundraising

  • Has a strong track record of securing funding for other nonprofit organizations

  • Approaches situations with diplomacy and discretion; inspires the trust of others

  • Is a strategic thinker and a creative problem solver

  • Has excellent written and verbal communication skills and excels at persuasive storytelling in various formats, from verbal pitches to detailed grant proposals

  • Enjoys cultivating and maintaining relations with new and existing supporters, including individual donors, foundations, and corporate partners

  • Has experience using fundraising software and CRM platforms

  • Is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities

  • Is passionate about our mission of democratizing app creation and computing education

Benefits

  • Remote work with core work hours and flexible scheduling

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 99% premium coverage

  • 401(k) after one year of employment with 6% matching

  • 11 paid federal holidays per year

  • 13 additional days of PTO per year

  • Unlimited sick leave

Location

The work can be primarily performed remotely but requires travel within the US approximately quarterly. Occasional nights or weekend work may be required. If the employee is based in the Greater Boston Area, they have the option of attending in-person meetings at MIT during the week.