Funding Partners Manager

JOB SUMMARY

Friends of Bonobos (FOB) seeks a full-time Funding Partners Manager. We are a small, entrepreneurial organization that is growing rapidly, so this position requires both a keen ability to manage, organize and track the progress of the team while still engaging in the day-to-day implementation of our development tasks and activities.

This role is responsible for implementing fundraising plans, including events, grants, and individual giving strategies. Must have experience in nonprofit fundraising, writing proposals, and working with major donors.

Position can be remote, however, successful candidate must be able to travel to Durham, NC, for quarterly meetings and elsewhere regularly to meet with donors and for events.

Applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

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WHO WE ARE

Friends of Bonobos is a US nonprofit organization that protects bonobos and their rainforest home by working in partnership with the largest bonobo conservation project in the world, Les Amis des Bonobos du Congo.

This is an exciting opportunity to have a big influence on a small organization making a significant impact in bonobo, wildlife, and rainforest conservation. This position has a lot of potential for upward mobility and increased responsibility for someone who is proactive, flexible, tenacious, and strategic.

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WHO YOU ARE

The right candidate is focused, organized, entrepreneurial and self-directed, with a high level of technical fluency. You’re a clear and direct communicator and a great listener. Be ready to jump in and figure things out independently, solve problems, and look for ways to advance your team.

In addition:

• You love wildlife and especially bonobos.
• You have a passion for fundraising.
• You have deep knowledge of both the art and science of working with major gifts.
• You’re a people person and a great communicator: You love to discuss ideas, you get energized by talking to others, and most of all, you are an active listener.
• You are curious. You are genuinely interested in understanding what motivates and moves other people.
• You have a rigorous work ethic and you’re a self-starter: You have a hunger to make things happen, and you pay close attention to details, deadlines and goals.
• You prioritize integrity: You are transparent, honest and accountable to your teammates and to our supporters.
• You are a team player: You work like bonobos live – you cooperate, share, and treat others with kindness and respect. You don’t tolerate hurtful or harmful actions by others, and you work with the team to keep the group positive and in alignment of purpose.
• You are a courageous thinker: Both internally and externally, you speak with honesty and make bold choices that further the mission of the organization.

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Major Donor Relationship Cultivation, Stewardship, and Solicitation

• Understand their interests and philanthropic goals.
• Develop tailored fundraising strategies and personalized proposals.
• Manage donor relationships through ongoing communication, reporting, and recognition, ensuring donors feel valued and engaged.
• Plan events, such as zoom presentations, in-person small donor events, etc.
• Meet one-on-one, on phone and in person
• Develop and execute strategies to solicit major gifts, including crafting compelling proposals and making face-to-face asks.
  

Support Institutional Giving

• Research grant opportunities
• Work with Director of Conservation Partnerships (DCP) to write and prepare grant proposals
• Work with DCP to prepare and submit reports to funders

Systems

• Maintain accurate records of donor interactions
• Run development reports - track key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on fundraising progress to the ED
• Work with the ED to make systems and processes more efficient and effective

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REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years experience in fundraising/development for nonprofits
• 3+ years working with major gifts/major donors
• Proficiency in CRM, ideally Bloomerang
• Proficiency with professional software and platforms including Google suite, MS Office, Canva, Adobe Suite, Zoom.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• $65,000-$80,000 USD annually depending on experience
• Health insurance with a variety of plan options
• Generous PTO policy
• Flexible work schedules and arrangements, designed to create an environment that fosters work, family, and personal goals.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position using the online application system.

The position will remain open until it’s filled.

FOB'S CULTURE

In alignment with our diverse and devoted staff, FOB seeks candidates who are genuine, caring, enthusiastic, and team-oriented. Successful candidates have a positive attitude and proven ability to work successfully with people of different ethnic, socioeconomic, educational, religious and sexual orientations. We also emphasize the heartfelt quality of compassion and kindness.

Friends of Bonobos is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates of color, women, LGBTQ, low-income, and non-college degree holders to apply. FOB prohibits the unlawful discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic characteristics, disability, status as a special disabled veteran or veteran, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity or any other basis prohibited by law.