Job Title: Manager of Development

Reports To: Vice President of Development

Location: Memphis, TN

Salary Range: $68,000 – $72,000 / year (commensurate with experience)

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

West Cancer Foundation’s mission is to break through barriers to cancer care and improve patient outcomes by providing accessible patient resources, early detection and education, and community-based research.

Position Summary

The Manager of Development plays a pivotal role in advancing our mission by leading and executing strategic fundraising and donor engagement initiatives. This position is responsible for managing several key revenue-generating programs—including corporate partnerships, recurring and payroll giving, employee giving campaigns, and fundraising events—with a focus on cultivating long-term donor relationships and driving year-over-year revenue growth.

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and relationship-oriented professional with a strong background in nonprofit fundraising. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and brings both creativity and analytical thinking to donor engagement strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Donor Engagement

• Collaborate with the Vice President of Development to implement and optimize the organization’s annual development plan.
• Manage recurring giving programs, including payroll deductions and employee giving campaigns, ensuring sustained donor participation and growth.
• Cultivate relationships with individual and corporate donors to strengthen engagement and secure ongoing financial support.
• Identify, secure, and steward corporate partnerships, including sponsorships, workplace giving programs, and employee volunteer initiatives.
• Develop and implement stewardship strategies to improve donor retention, deepen engagement, and increase lifetime giving.
• Assist in prospect research and support the cultivation of major gift and planned giving prospects through pipeline development and tracking.

Events Management

• Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of all fundraising events, with a primary focus on West Fight On, the organization’s signature fundraising event.
• Oversee event logistics, vendor relationships, sponsorship outreach and fulfillment, attendee communication, volunteer coordination, and post-event reporting.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional strategies that drive attendance, engagement, and visibility.

CRM & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely donor records in the organization’s CRM system (Virtuous preferred).
• Generate data-driven reports to analyze fundraising performance, track campaign effectiveness, and inform decision-making.
• Oversee timely gift entry, receipting, and acknowledgment processes to ensure a positive donor experience.

Collaboration & Administrative Support

• Serve as a liaison across internal teams—including programs, finance, and marketing—to align fundraising strategies with organizational goals.
• Represent the organization at community events, donor meetings, and corporate engagement opportunities.
• Provide strategic and administrative support to the Vice President of Development and President, including preparation for donor meetings and special initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or fundraising certifications (CFRE) a plus.
• 4–6 years of professional experience in nonprofit development, with a focus on donor engagement, corporate partnerships, and event management.
• Demonstrated success managing fundraising campaigns and cultivating donor relationships.
• Proficiency in donor management systems; experience with Virtuous CRM strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse donor audiences.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Passion for health equity and a deep commitment to advancing cancer care in the Mid-South.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $68,000 – $72,000 / year (commensurate with experience)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

This is a meaningful opportunity for a mission-driven professional who wants to make a tangible impact in the lives of individuals and families affected by cancer in the Mid-South region.