Development & Community Engagement Manager

Development & Community Engagement Manager Salary: $45,000–$48,000 annually (Based on Experience) Reports To: Director of Development Location: Kingwood, Texas (In Person) 3819 Plum Valley Dr, Kingwood, TX 77339 About The Village Centers The Village Centers is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) by providing opportunities for independence, personal growth, employment, and meaningful community engagement. We believe every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we're looking for passionate professionals who share that commitment. As we continue to grow, we're seeking an enthusiastic and relationship-driven Development & Community Engagement Manager to help expand our fundraising efforts, strengthen community partnerships, and increase awareness of our mission. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in nonprofit leadership while making a meaningful impact every day. Position Summary The Development & Community Engagement Manager will play a key role in supporting The Village Centers' fundraising and community engagement efforts. This position is responsible for donor stewardship, annual giving, volunteer coordination for fundraising events, corporate partnerships, community outreach, and supporting fundraising campaigns. Working closely with the Executive Director, this individual will help cultivate lasting donor relationships while increasing community awareness and philanthropic support for our mission. Key Responsibilities Donor Stewardship Manage and cultivate individual donors giving up to $10,000 annually. Process and acknowledge charitable gifts promptly. Coordinate donor thank-you letters, stewardship communications, and impact updates. Schedule donor tours and introductory meetings. Maintain accurate donor records within the donor management system. Fundraising & Development Assist in planning and executing annual fundraising campaigns. Coordinate Giving Tuesday, year-end giving campaigns, and monthly donor initiatives. Research grant opportunities and assist with proposal preparation. Track fundraising metrics and prepare monthly reports. Support sponsorship outreach and donor recognition efforts. Community Engagement Build relationships with local businesses, civic organizations, and community partners. Represent The Village Centers at networking events, chamber meetings, and community functions. Recruit, coordinate, and recognize volunteers supporting fundraising events. Help increase community awareness through outreach initiatives. Marketing & Communications Assist with donor newsletters and impact stories. Support fundraising communications through email and social media. Work collaboratively with staff to highlight program successes and client stories. Help promote fundraising events and organizational initiatives. Administrative Maintain donor database accuracy. Track campaign progress and fundraising goals. Assist with event logistics and reporting. Perform other development-related duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience. 2+ years of experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, nonprofit development, customer relations, or business development. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong organizational and project management abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Valid Texas driver's license and reliable transportation. Preferred Experience with donor CRM software. Grant writing or grant research experience. Event planning experience. Knowledge of nonprofit fundraising best practices. Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid Time Off Professional Development Opportunities Why Join The Village Centers? At The Village Centers, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities while helping shape the future of a growing nonprofit organization. You'll work alongside a passionate team, build meaningful community relationships, and play an important role in expanding our mission throughout the Greater Houston area. #J-18808-Ljbffr Socket.dev