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Development Manager – Gifford Cat Shelter

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Gifford Cat Shelter is seeking a passionate part-time Development Manager to lead fundraising initiatives and develop donor relationships to support the shelter's mission of providing a loving environment for homeless cats.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Responsibilities: Oversee fundraising efforts, donor engagement, marketing strategies, and event organization to enhance the shelter's revenue generation and community awareness.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Skills: Strong experience in fundraising, marketing, organization, CRM software (preferably Bloomerang), customer service, and revenue generation for non-profits.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Qualifications: Passion for cats, several years of relevant experience in fundraising and marketing, highly organized, detail-oriented, and strong commercial aptitude.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Location: Brighton, MA, Hybrid

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $25,000 - $45,000.



Are you interested in a part-time development opportunity that will impact the lives of homeless cats?

Gifford Cat Shelter – the first free-roam, no-kill shelter in the country – seeks a part-time Development Manager to oversee all functions related to raising funds for the shelter, including individual donations, corporate giving, fundraisers, etc. Working closely with the Shelter Director and Board of Directors, this critical role is focused on driving revenue generation and performing associated administrative activities.

Join Gifford in making a difference for our feline friends!

Major Responsibilities

  • Work closely with the Shelter Director and Board of Directors to drive forward the overall goals and mission of the organization, including revenue generation and financial administration.
  • Strategize and execute regarding:
  • Fundraising/Revenue Generation – Use company CRM/datasets and industry available tools for donor prospecting, outreach, relationship cultivation, and other network and donor engagement. Perform such activities as donor acknowledgements/thank you cards.
  • Marketing – Use various outreach methods, including marketing emails/appeals, social media, TV/radio appearances, etc. to network with current and future supporters, while increasing awareness of Gifford Cat Shelter.
  • Events – With help and insight from operational staff, the board, and volunteers, strategize, organize, and execute shelter events, including supply drives, fundraising events, and donor tours
  • Work collaboratively and independently to progress shelter initiatives.
  • Become knowledgeable about day-to-day shelter activities to allow consideration of operational activities regarding event management and other revenue generating activities.
  • Actively invite members of the public and potential donors to visit the shelter and interface politely with all people visiting the shelter.
  • Work alongside and guide volunteers assisting in fundraising activities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Passion for cats!
  • Several years’ experience in fundraising and marketing and/or revenue generation for a non-profit
  • Experience working in CRM software, Bloomerang a strong plus
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented with a take-charge attitude
  • Strong customer service/client-facing skills
  • Strong commercial aptitude
  • Hybrid role

The mission of Gifford Cat Shelter is to provide a haven for stray, abused, and unwanted cats until they are matched with their permanent loving homes. At Gifford, cats are free to roam and play. They nap in sunny windows, get plenty of exercise, and enjoy tons of love and attention while they wait for their forever homes. A no-kill shelter, Gifford believes that all cats should have a chance to live their lives free of pain and fear. No matter their story, every Gifford cat has a future to look forward to. And until they find their new homes, they'll spend their days in bright, open environments, getting all the love they need!

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