Senior Manager of Individual Giving, Open Hand Atlanta

Overview The Senior Manager of Individual Giving manages the individual giving program for Open Hand Atlanta . Supporting the organization’s comprehensive fund development plan, this role is responsible for developing and implementing the annual fund, including strategies for micro-, mid-level, and monthly donors, as well as maintaining a portfolio of major donors ($2,500+) for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. The role works closely with the Senior Director of Development and oversees the Advisory Board and the Development Database Administrator. Duties & Responsibilities Develop and manage the annual giving strategy for all micro-, mid-level, and major gift prospects/donors. Assist the Sr. Director of Development in creating and maintaining timelines and work plans for donor engagement, including receptions, appeals, and strategic touchpoints. Develop strategy for identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of all donors giving $2,500+ annually, utilizing a moves‑management strategy to deepen relationships and move donors through the pipeline; this includes personalized outreach, one‑on‑one meetings, and strategic engagement events, as well as working collaboratively with the Senior Director of Development and CEO to manage portfolios of the largest major donors. Oversee Open Hand’s monthly giving program, including the development of annual strategies to boost participation, average pledge size, and donor retention. Supervise the Database Administrator, ensuring accurate records and reporting, timely donor data research, and records maintenance. Manage the Advisory Board, including engagement, recruitment, stewardship efforts, meeting preparation, and stewardship activities. Manage the annual fundraising and appeals calendar in collaboration with the Sr. Manager of Communications and Marketing to facilitate Annual Fund communications—including direct mail, email campaigns, personalized messaging, social media, and donor solicitations—under the direction of the Sr. Director of Development and Marketing. Support the Sr. Director of Development with Board of Directors activities, including preparation of giving statements, event coordination, and board communications. Collaborate with Volunteer Services to implement strategies to build relationships that convert volunteers into active donors. Manage the donor stewardship process, providing direction and support to the entire team as needed. Qualifications & Skills Minimum of 3‑5 years nonprofit fundraising experience. Experience managing an annual fund and a proven track record of successfully soliciting and stewarding $2,500+ gifts. Experience working with a monthly giving program is a plus. Team‑oriented approach with outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a diverse team. Strong relationship building and management skills, warmth, tenacity, integrity, honesty, creativity, proactive thinking, curiosity, and a desire for growth. Self‑starter with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to independently assess and determine priorities. Exceptional verbal and formal writing skills, including conveying professionalism, gratitude, empathy, and organizational voice in written communications. (Samples may be requested) Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours as needed, including three signature events per year and additional donor cultivation/stewardship activities as required. Education & Experience Undergraduate degree in a related field or related experience. Tools & Technology Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is required; experience using a donor management system is preferred. Physical Demands The employee is regularly required to sit at a computer. The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, drive a car, and lift and/or move 25 pounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr United Methodist Higher Education Foundation