Science from Scientists has an exciting opening for the position of Manager of Fundraising Development. This is a full-time position that requires being based in the Twin Cities area. This position plays an important role in supporting the Development Team to ensure the financial sustainability of the organization and the success of its programs and services. The mission of Science from Scientists (SciSci) is to teach and inspire the next generation to identify and solve real-world problems by improving STEM literacy. SciSci is based in Woburn, MA, and has offices in Burlingame, CA, and Bloomington, MN.
The Manager of Fundraising Development is an experienced, passionate and strategic fundraising professional responsible for writing and managing grants and proposals, and for maintaining/monitoring data and metrics pertaining to fundraising activities. This position requires an attitude of growth and learning, a love of organization and communication, and a passion for supporting STEM education opportunities for young people.
This full-time position works closely with the Chief Development Officer and Partnerships Team to ensure that programs are funded and that the organization is poised to maintain and grow programs that bring real scientists into schools to help build interest and outcomes in STEM.
This position reports to the Chief Development Officer and also works closely with our Partnerships team members in Massachusetts, Minnesota and California, coordinating fundraising activities to support the organization across all of our regions.
Responsibilities
Main Focus of Role: Assist with the Development and Implementation of a Comprehensive Fundraising Plan and Budget:
- The primary responsibility of the Manager of Fundraising Development is to prospect for fundraising opportunities and write letters of intent, grants, proposals and impact reports cross-regionally to help the organization fundraise.
- Create analytics around our success and failure rates for grants and pitches by region, so as to optimize our performance using our Salesforce CRM.
- Close collaboration with the other regional Development Directors, Chief Development Officer, and the Executive Director is essential to align fundraising goals with the organization’s mission and values.
Corporate, Foundation, and Individual Fundraising
- Research donor prospects and prepare summaries and recommendations as needed for development staff or leadership.
- Commitment to audit, nurture, and grow opportunities in the assigned pipeline.
- All development staff are expected to learn and present approved Science from Scientist pitch materials and nurture sequences.
- Draft, edit and send communications, letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and impact reports; respond to all donors nationwide, including correct and timely preparation of acknowledgment letters, tax receipts and thank you notes following required and best practices. Develop any necessary stewardship practices, establish consistent guidelines and procedures where needed and improve inefficient processes wherever possible.
- Daily log communication and donor touchpoints in Salesforce (CRM) and follow proper financial documentation for auditing purposes.
- Prepare analytical reports as requested pertaining to hit rates around grant submissions and pitches by region.
- Work closely with the Chief Development Officer and Operations team to strategize expansion opportunities and funding needed for current partner school commitments.
- Work with the marketing team to highlight donors according to their donor levels.
- Assist with communications as needed, including impact reports and newsletters.
- Be a team player, helping to build our programs and helping to build Science from Scientists across all regions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 1-3 years of experience in non-profits and grant writing.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, computer, time-management, and research skills.
- Ability to write accurate, compelling narrative that uses grammar and spelling correctly.
- Ability to multitask and perform under deadlines.
- Proficient knowledge of Google Suite or Microsoft Office.
- Ability to embrace change.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- A high level of self-confidence, creativity and self-motivation needed to undertake diverse responsibilities.
- Worked in a fast-paced small company/startup environment where progress must be made on multiple projects at the same time.
Other:
- Flexing your self-organization and time management skills, identifying urgent vs. important tasks and prioritizing as needed.
- Being a team player and ready to step up to help support or champion projects.
- Working independently without direct supervision.
- Finding several solutions to a roadblock and being scrappy when you need to be.
- Giving or receiving constructive, timely and appropriate feedback.
- Expressing a passion for Science from Scientists’ mission with the ability to translate that excitement into compelling fundraising appeals.
- Experience using Salesforce is a plus.
- Passing a background check, keeping your Drivers License up to date and maintaining access to a vehicle.
- Willing to accept other duties, big or small, as needed to help grow our impact.
- Candidates based in Massachusetts, California, Minnesota or Wisconsin are encouraged to apply, but this position is open to applicants in all 50 states.
Benefits for full-time employees:
- Health and dental insurance
- 401K
- 6 paid holidays and 2 paid “floating” holidays
- 3 weeks of vacation time (accrued)
- 9 days of sick time (accrued)
- Flexible working hours- core hours will apply
- Ability to work remotely most of the time
- A team of truly amazing co-workers (applies to part-time employees, too)
As an equal opportunity employer, Science from Scientists does not discriminate in employment opportunities, policies or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. It is our policy to employ persons on the basis of ability, experience, education, and character.
Organizational Overview
Science from Scientists is a STEM education nonprofit organization. Our Scientist Educators – who are also scientists and engineers – bring hands-on, minds-on science learning directly to classrooms. We work with students in grades 2-8, providing positive role models and inspiring students to see themselves as the future’s problem solvers and creative thinkers.
Science from Scientists provides unique opportunities for students to engage with real scientists. We use the title "Scientist Educator" because we recognize that the educators we employ all have meaningful science-related training and experience. This is important as many elementary school teachers and other nonprofit STEM educators may not have any practical experience actually doing what scientists, engineers, and other STEM professionals do.
Science from Scientists values growth and is committed to the ongoing professional development of our team. We support our Scientists Educators in learning that deepens their understanding of, and ability to, implement research-based practices embodied by Science from Scientists curriculum and programs.
Science from Scientists is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Those from underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Science from Scientists does not discriminate in employment opportunities, policies, or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Minneapolis, MN 55420
