Senior Manager

 

Description:

Grant & Proposal Development (50%) The Senior Manager, Business Development is responsible for Forth’s fundraising operations and execution. We’re looking for an experienced development professional who can collaborate on strategy and drive fundraising success.

  • Prioritize and apply for a steady stream of funding opportunities — including restricted and unrestricted opportunities — that align with our strategic plan, budget needs, and evolving goals for existing and new projects
  • Collaborate with our programs and policy teams to ensure proposal designs are responsive to and compliant with federal, state, and foundation requirements
  • Establish, evaluate, and regularly update Forth’s program/service/product development process and menu of services
  • Identify, maintain and establish best practices for the development database
  • Oversee Business Development team reporting, including opportunity status and review, financial reporting, work planning, and other reporting requirements

Business Development (30%): The Senior Manager, Development will identify and cultivate new sources of funding from government entities, foundations, and other partners.

  • Maintain knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and funder priorities; adjust fundraising strategies accordingly; and ensure appropriate staff are aware
  • Develop and manage stakeholder relationships with key groups such as local government agencies, community-based organizations, electric utilities, and original equipment manufacturers
  • Lead the development of new project ideas in partnership with program and policy staff to carry out objectives as aligned with the focus areas in the strategic plan

Leadership (20%) The Senior Manager, Business Development will oversee a team of three, with two direct reports. We’re looking for a motivational leader who can support staff and drive outstanding performance in support of the strategic plan.

  • Provide guidance, direction, and coaching for direct reports and the Business Development team
  • Manage continuous improvement and performance evaluation processes; including goal setting, annual reviews, and professional development, using systems and guidelines established by Forth
  • Ensure team cohesion, effective strategy and tactics, efficient process, data-driven decision making, systems to set and track KPIs, and proactive communication with other teams
  • Actively promote and support racial equity, diversity, and inclusion in Forth’s workplace culture and practices, development operations, and interactions with all stakeholders
  • Participate in board and committee meetings, as appropriate

Qualifications

Required:

  • A passion for Forth’s mission
  • Demonstrated commitment to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion, and understanding of key DEI concepts
  • Experience and/or Education
    • Five to seven years of experience in development and/or fundraising
    • At least two years of experience managing team members
    • Additional four years of relevant experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with developing, writing and wining federal grant proposals
  • Experience developing fundraising forecasts and program budgets for funding proposals
  • Experience in project management specifically overseeing projects that involve internal and external stakeholders
  • Demonstrated strength in team management, passion for supporting and developing

Organization Forth
Industry Management Jobs
Occupational Category Senior Manager
Job Location Portland,USA
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Salary 85750 - 100750 | $  / Yearly
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2023-07-14 11:01 am
Expires on 2025-01-24