Resource & Development Manager

The mission of Eastside Senior Services (ESS) is to help adults aged 60 and older to live independently and stay connected to their community on the Eastside of Milwaukee, Riverwest and Shorewood.  Volunteers help with rides, grocery shopping, errands, companionship, minor home repairs and chores.  A medical equipment loan closet is available to those in need of items such as wheelchairs and walkers.  Office staff assist callers in referrals, advocacy, and community offering awareness.  We also typically offer several serving events or gatherings.  All services are free, and there are no income restrictions.  Saint John’s On The Lake graciously provides free office space to us at 1840 N Prospect Avenue, Milwaukee.  Visit us at www.essmilw.org to learn more about our organization.

Resource & Development Manager

The Development Manager works closely with the Executive Director to establish and execute fundraising long-term goals and objectives; develop new donor relationships and nurture existing ones; successfully execute fundraising events; assist with grant writing; and coordinate volunteer recruitment and retention efforts.

Eastside Senior Services seeks a key team member for an expanding staff team that is cohesive and collaborative in the meaningful work we do to support aging adults and community volunteers. This 20 hour role with paid time off is flexible, working from home, in the office, and throughout the community.   Salary range is $26 – $29 per hour.

• Donor Stewardship and Cultivation
  • Serve as the primary contact for donors
  • Prepare written solicitation materials
  • Develop and oversee planned giving program
  • Attend receptions and cultivation events as needed

• Gift Processing
  • Maintain donor database and track gifts
  • Provide timely gift acknowledgements
  • Monitor revenue and expenses related to annual and planned giving programs

• Develop and manage fundraising events
  • Plan and execute an annual in-person event and other minor fundraising initiatives
  • Develop promotional materials and market initiatives
  • Set revenue goals and oversee fundraising budget
  • Form relationships with and solicit event sponsors and donors
  • Coordinate sponsors, vendors, employees and volunteers

• Grant Writing and Reporting
  • Identify funding opportunities
  • Write and submit grants and reports
  • Maintain a calendar of upcoming opportunities and deadlines

• Coordinate volunteer recruitment and retention
  • Develop and execute a volunteer recruitment plan; involve ESS staff, board, and volunteers to assist with promotion
  • Develop volunteer recruitment materials
  • Oversee and execute volunteer appreciation efforts, including events and acknowledgements throughout the year

Knowledge/Skills/Ability

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Possess strong computer literacy skills
• Self-motivated team player with a compassionate heart
• Ability and confidence to interact with varied constituencies
• Strong public speaking abilities
• Ability to work from home and in the office
• Attend some evening and weekend obligations
• This position requires a driver’s license, access to an automobile, and proof of insurance

Must be comfortable working with a diverse group of people, people with disabilities and diverse faith communities

Education and Work Experience

• 2 + years experience direct fundraising experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a fundraising position