Position Summary

This position is designed for a professional who brings both strategic vision and the ability to implement new ideas while building strong relationships with donors, partners, and the broader community. The Associate Director will collaborate with the Executive Director on shaping development strategy while leading the execution of fundraising initiatives across individual giving, grants, events, and stewardship. In alignment with the organization’s $1.3 million annual revenue goal, the Associate Director will be expected to make a significant contribution toward annual fundraising results, with growing responsibility for securing major gifts, grants, and event revenue over time.

The position is available immediately, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Key Priorities

To achieve these goals, the Associate Director of Development will focus on the following key priorities:

1. Soliciting and Stewarding Major Donors

• Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with current donors and prospects.
• Build and manage a portfolio of major donors, with a focus on growing long-term giving and engagement.
• Partner with the Executive Director, board members, and Development Committee to maximize donor relationships.

2. Grant Writing

• Lead the preparation and submission of grant proposals to foundations, corporations, and government funders, either directly or in collaboration with external grant writing support.
• Manage reporting and compliance requirements for existing grants.
• Maintain strong relationships with grantors through consistent communication and stewardship.
• Develop and maintain a grants calendar to ensure timely submissions and renewals.

3. Leading Marketing, Communications, and PR

• Oversee the organization’s brand, messaging, and external communications.
• Manage media relationships and PR efforts to raise visibility and support fundraising goals.
• Lead the development of fundraising collateral.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of volunteers, staff, and contractors who contribute to marketing, communications, and PR efforts.

4. Leading Events

• Plan and execute signature events such as fundraisers, donor cultivation gatherings, and partnership initiatives.
• Lead event committees, volunteers, staff, and contractors to deliver high-quality experiences.
• Evaluate event performance and identify opportunities for growth.

Candidate Profile

The strongest candidates will:

• Demonstrate exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to craft persuasive donor communications, compelling proposals, and clear reports.
• Exude confidence and professionalism in both internal and external communications.
• Work independently with initiative and creativity.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with donors, partners, and colleagues.
• Demonstrate success in prior nonprofit fundraising and community engagement.
• Be proficient with Google Workspace, Canva, Bloomerang, Mailchimp, and related platforms.
• Show flexibility and a team-first attitude by stepping into other roles as needed, including providing administrative support, to ensure the organization’s success.
• Bring experience with data and reporting, including database management, performance analysis, and donor reporting.

Ideal education and experience include:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of three years of demonstrated success on a nonprofit development team.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed fundraising goals through individual donor cultivation, grant writing, and execution of fundraising events.
• Strong background in research, data management, and reporting.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $85,000–$100,000 DOE
• Full-time exempt, hybrid position
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Vacation & Sick Pay

How to Apply

For consideration, applicants should submit:

• Résumé
• Cover letter connecting qualifications to this role and sharing brief anecdotes that showcase impact.
• Up to three different types of writing samples (e.g., donor appeal, grant proposal, stewardship letter, data/reporting memo) with 1–2 sentence context notes for each sample. You may remove or redact names or other details as needed to maintain confidentiality.
• Two professional references (name, title, organization, email, phone number).

Submission

Please combine the requested materials into one PDF, then fill out this form and include the PDF as an attachment.

Position Summary 

Mission Scholars is seeking an enthusiastic and strategic College Access Program Manager to lead our high school Scholars through the college preparation and admissions process. This full-time, hybrid position requires in-office presence at least three days per week and offers a unique opportunity to have a direct, transformative impact on students’ educational journeys.

The primary role of the College Access Program Manager is to provide staff oversight and guidance for Program Coordinators, ensuring consistent, high-quality program delivery and student support across all sites. The ideal candidate will combine program leadership, staff management, relationship-building, and administrative expertise to ensure every Scholar receives individualized guidance, mentorship, and support in their path to higher education.

The position is available immediately, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Key Priorities

To achieve these goals, the College Access Program Manager will focus on the following key priorities:

1. Leadership and Staff Management

• Oversee Mission Scholars’ College Access Program Team and Volunteers, ensuring effective task and project management, scheduling, and accountability.
• Provide coaching, training, and support to staff and volunteers to maximize program efficiency and impact.
• Help onboard new program staff and manage their schedules, as well as supervise their communication with Scholars and families.
• Oversee and lead workshops, and train support staff in public speaking.

2. Recruitment

• Lead the College Access Team in recruiting new high school students to the College Access Program through information sessions, school visits, and outreach efforts.
• Supervise program applications and student data to ensure accurate records of prospective Scholars.
• Coordinate program orientations and onboarding activities for new Scholars.

3. Student and Community Partner Support

• Supervise and coach program staff as they deliver individualized college preparation, readiness, and application support.
• Foster strong relationships with families, schools, and community partners to enhance Scholar engagement and success.
• Guide the implementation of mentorship, workshops, and peer coaching initiatives that prepare Scholars for college and beyond.

4. Administrative and Strategic

• Design, implement, and manage the Mission Scholars College Access Program schedule, ensuring workshops and individual meetings are executed effectively.

• Supervise online systems for tracking Scholar participation, academic support plans, program compliance, and data collection.
• Lead program evaluation efforts, collecting and analyzing feedback from Scholars, families, and volunteers to inform program improvements.
• Generate regular reports on program outcomes and individual Scholar progress for senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required. 
• Experienced in program and staff management, including planning, coordinating, and evaluating multi-faceted programs. Minimum 3 years experience in a leadership position.
• Passionate about college access, success, and graduation for low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented students.
• Strong relationship-builder with the ability to engage students, families, volunteers, school staff, and community partners.
• Self-motivated, creative, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Google Suite platforms, including Google Classroom, Drive, and Chat.
• Flexible to work evenings or weekends as needed for workshops, events, or Scholar meetings.

Other Requirements

• Bilingual skills are highly recommended.
• Commitment to advocating relentlessly on behalf of Scholars.
• Ability to manage administrative tasks while maintaining a student-centered approach.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to a growing, innovative, mission-driven organization.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $68,000 – $75,000
• Full-time exempt, hybrid position (minimum 3 days/week in office)
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Vacation & Sick Pay

How to Apply

For consideration, applicants should submit:

• Résumé
• Cover letter connecting qualifications to this role and sharing brief anecdotes that showcase impact.
• Two professional references (name, title, organization, email, phone number).

Submission:

Please combine the requested materials into one PDF, then fill out this form and include the PDF as an attachment.