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Position Title: Development Operations Manager
Department: External Relations
Reports To: Vice President of External Relations
FLSA Classification: Full Time/Exempt
HR Job Category: Project Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

Manomet Conservation Sciences is seeking a Development Operations Manager to serve as a key member of the Development team, supporting fundraising strategy and sustaining and growing the philanthropic support that makes our mission possible. In coordination with the Vice President, External Relations, this role manages the systems, processes, and daily operations that power our fundraising program and help connect donors to Manomet’s science, partnerships, and conservation impact.

As the primary administrator of Manomet’s donor database, the Development Operations Manager ensures accurate gift processing, acknowledgments, reporting, and prospect tracking. The role also provides operational support for donor stewardship, appeals, research, and events, and works closely with colleagues across Development, Communications, Finance, and Programs to support strong collaboration and informed fundraising decisions.

ABOUT MANOMET:

Manomet is a 501(c)(3) organization that empowers stakeholders through science and works with partners to make a world where ecosystems and human communities thrive. Since Manomet’s beginnings as a bird banding operation in 1969, its science and research have expanded to focus on ecosystem management and resilience, shorebird conservation, and educating tomorrow’s leaders about the importance of the natural world. Workplace diversity, science, and climate change are the fundamental principles driving Manomet’s work today.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary administrator for Raiser’s Edge, managing daily database operations, data integrity, gift coding, queries, reporting, imports/exports, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate constituent, appeal, solicitation, campaign, and prospect records; support prospect management, moves tracking, and portfolio reporting.
• Process gifts and pledges accurately and on time, including acknowledgments, stock gifts, credit card and mobile giving, and donor inquiries.
• Produce regular and ad hoc reports to support fundraising, donor engagement, reconciliation, audit preparation, and organizational reporting.
• Coordinate data sharing and reconciliation with Finance and support tracking for grants, foundations, and reporting deadlines.
• Conduct donor, prospect, foundation, and corporate research; prepare profiles, briefings, and background materials to support cultivation and proposal development.
• Support fundraising campaigns and events through list preparation, segmentation, tracking, invitations, registration, follow-up, and related logistics.
• Partner with Communications on donor data integration and provide backup support for related systems as needed.
• Train and support staff in database procedures and best practices; maintain development documentation and internal processes.
• Help manage the Development calendar and provide general operational, donor service, and administrative support for the team.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Vice President of External Relations.

PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in development operations, advancement services, fundraising support, or nonprofit database management.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong experience with Raiser’s Edge or another fundraising database/CRM.
• Excellent computer skills, including strong proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and internet-based tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and maintain strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to produce accurate reports, manage data with care, and maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a strong customer-service orientation.
• Ability to collaborate across teams and support colleagues effectively.
• High degree of initiative and ability to work independently.
• Commitment to Manomet’s mission and interest in supporting a more sustainable world.
• Occasional night and weekend work may be required, particularly around events.
• Must have a valid US passport (if applicable for position)
• Must have a reliable method of transportation and a valid driver’s license
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must successfully pass a background check

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability and willingness to occasionally travel to various locations in the US as necessary to complete job duties. Travel may also be international. Travel is reimbursed. (If applicable)
• Normal office business environment.
• Close work (paperwork, visual examination).
• Occasional walking up and down stairs, standing, and bending.
• Ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.
• Hybrid remote work is possible.

SALARY RANGE: $63,000 -$68,000

Compensation commensurate with experience. Manomet offers excellent benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 403 (b) match, life insurance, and several other benefits.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please email a resume and cover letter to [email protected] by April 30^th, 2026. Please reference the job title in the subject line.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job.  The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis. 

Manomet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Position Title: Director of Individual Giving
Department: External Relations
Reports To: Vice President of External Relations
FLSA Classification: Full Time/Exempt
HR Job Category: Project Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a Director, Individual Giving to grow and diversify philanthropic support from individuals and to strengthen our pipeline of major and leadership gifts. This role will build and steward relationships with donors and prospects, create clear upgrade pathways across giving levels, and expand Manomet’s reach through engagement with financial advisors and other philanthropic intermediaries.

The Director, Individual Giving reports to the Vice President, External Relations, and works closely with development and communications staff, the President, and program leaders to create compelling opportunities for support.

ABOUT MANOMET:

Manomet is a 501(c)(3) organization that empowers stakeholders through science and works with partners to make a world where ecosystems and human communities thrive. Since Manomet’s beginnings as a bird banding operation in 1969, its science and research have expanded to focus on ecosystem management and resilience, shorebird conservation, and educating tomorrow’s leaders about the importance of the natural world. Workplace diversity, science, and climate change are the fundamental principles driving Manomet’s work today.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manage a portfolio of individual donors and prospects with clear annual revenue and activity goals; conduct discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Develop tailored cultivation and solicitation strategies for priority donors, including individualized engagement plans, timelines, and next-step recommendations.
• Prepare donor proposals and customized materials (e.g., tailored cases for support, funding opportunity summaries, and multi-year request language) in partnership with program and communications colleagues.
• Build and maintain a strong donor pipeline, including consistent qualification of new prospects and structured upgrade strategies across giving levels.
• Partner with the Vice President, External Relations, and the President on major gift strategies, donor meetings, and solicitations—providing concise briefings, talking points, and follow-up plans.
• Develop and implement an advisor engagement program (financial/wealth advisors, estate attorneys, CPAs, philanthropic consultants), including advisor briefings and easy-to-use materials that support referrals.
• Lead stewardship strategy for portfolio of assigned donors, ensuring timely and personal acknowledgments, meaningful impact updates, and ongoing engagement that supports renewals and upgrades.
• Track and report progress in the Customer Relationship Management System (CRM), including moves management, pipeline health, proposals, forecasting, and results; use data to refine strategy and improve performance over time.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with development operations, communications, and program teams to ensure consistent donor experience and strong alignment between fundraising priorities and program needs.

PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

• 7–10+ years of individual giving/major gifts experience, including success securing 5- and 6-figure gifts.

• Strong relationship-building and communication skills; comfort engaging high-net-worth donors and professional advisors.
• Excellent writing skills for proposals, donor communications, and briefings.
• Highly organized, metrics-driven, and experienced using a CRM.

• Ability to collaborate across teams and support colleagues effectively.

• High degree of initiative and ability to work independently.

• Commitment to Manomet’s mission and interest in supporting a more sustainable world.

• Occasional night and weekend work may be required, particularly around events.

• Must have a reliable method of transportation and a valid driver’s license
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must successfully pass a background check

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability and willingness to travel to various locations in the US as necessary to complete job duties. Travel may also be international. Travel is reimbursed. (If applicable)
• Normal office business environment.
• Close work (paperwork, visual examination).
• Occasional walking up and down stairs, standing, and bending.
• Hybrid remote work possible.

SALARY RANGE: $95,000 -$115,000

Compensation commensurate with experience. Manomet offers excellent benefits, including health insurance, dental, 403b match, life insurance, and several other benefits.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please email a resume and cover letter to [email protected] by June 5^th, 2026. Please reference the job title in the subject line.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job.  The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis. 

Manomet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.