Manager, Community Fundraising & Engagement

World Central Kitchen (WCK) is seeking a strategic and motivated Manager of Community Fundraising & Engagement to lead community fundraising efforts that engage grassroots supporters, empower individual fundraisers, and build a thriving network of small-dollar donors. This role will oversee the development of peer-to-peer fundraising programs, manage WCK’s endurance event portfolio, and serve as the point person for multiple fundraising platforms. The ideal candidate is both creative and data-driven, with experience managing community fundraising programs, working across teams, and building strong donor engagement strategies. This role sits within the Development team and plays a critical part in building a movement of supporters who fuel WCK’s rapid response work around the world.

This role requires a sincere commitment to WCK’s mission, the proven ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. This position will report to our Washington DC location.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising & Community Engagement

• Design and grow community-driven fundraising programs that allow individuals and small groups to activate their networks on behalf of WCK
• Create engaging toolkits, campaign materials, and resources to equip fundraisers and supporters.
• Provide hands-on support and stewardship to peer fundraisers, ensuring a personalized and inspiring experience.
• Collaborate across teams to integrate peer-to-peer efforts into seasonal campaigns, rapid response activations, and broader donor engagement plans
• Track fundraiser performance and retention, using insights to iterate and improve program design.
• Test new platforms, messaging, and content to grow and diversify our base of active fundraisers.

Endurance Fundraising Programs

• Manage WCK’s participation in marquee endurance events including the New York City, Chicago, Boston, and Valencia Marathons.
• Lead all aspects of runner recruitment, onboarding, communications, and fundraising support.
• Serve as liaison with race organizers and sponsors to ensure compliance, visibility, and seamless participant experience.
• Build community among WCK’s runners through pre-race events, team updates, and impact communications.
• Explore new endurance or fitness-related opportunities to expand the program globally.

Platform & Tools Management

• Manage WCK’s presence and fundraising campaigns across platforms including, but not limited to, Classy, Tiltify, JustGiving, and GivenGain.
• Partner with tech and digital teams to ensure effective campaign setup, data integration, and donor experience.
• Evaluate and test new technologies to stay current with community fundraising trends and tools.

Campaigns & Special Initiatives

• Contribute to seasonal fundraising campaigns and major moments including Giving Tuesday and End of Year.
• Collaborate across teams to align messaging, creative, and timelines for campaign success.

• 3-5 years of experience in fundraising, digital campaigns, donor engagement, or community organizing, with a track record of running successful peer-to-peer or grassroots campaigns
• Demonstrated success managing fundraising initiatives from concept through execution
• Strong project manager with the ability to lead multiple campaigns and events at once
• Excellent communication and writing skills with a strong understanding of donor-centered messaging
• Familiarity with digital fundraising platforms such as Classy, Tiltify, and GivenGain
• Experience with CRM systems like Salesforce is preferred
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial spirit with a deep alignment to WCK’s mission and a passion for engaging supporters at scale
• Alignment with the mission and values of WCK
• Must have a valid Driver's License and passport

Travel Requirements

This position requires up to 25% travel, including domestic and occasional international travel, to attend donor meetings, fundraising events, site visits, and other development-related activities. Flexibility to travel with short notice may be needed based on fundraising opportunities and organizational priorities.

Preferred candidates will also have previous experience working in a fundraising, development, or an operations environment, experience coordinating with outside vendors, and multicultural experience.

Application and Cover Letter Instructions
This application REQUIRES a cover letter that clearly articulates your interest in working with World Central Kitchen. We aim to understand your passion for our mission, please elaborate on how your experience aligns with the responsibilities detailed in the job description. Only applications accompanied by a cover letter will be considered for further review. We encourage you to express your genuine voice and avoid using generic cover letters.

References and Background Checks
To help ensure the safety of our communities and our teams, our selection process will include reference and background checks, subject to any legal or regulatory requirements.

Equal Opportunity
WCK is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity and to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment at this time.

E-Verify
For US based employment, WCK participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. Please view the E-Verify posters here with important information.

Para empleados en los EEUU, WCK participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.. Los empleadores sólo pueden utilizar E-Verify una vez que usted haya aceptado una oferta de trabajo y completado el Formulario I-9. Haz clic aquí para ver los carteles de E-Verify con información importante.

No recruiters or agencies, please.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 USD

WCK Employee Benefits Overview

ZERO Premiums: WCK covers 100% of insurance premiums for employees and their dependents, including medical, dental, vision, and group life coverage. Benefits begin on your date of hire.

Voluntary Benefits:
 Options include:

• Additional Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Supplemental AD&D
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent Care and Health Care)

403(b) Retirement Plan:

WCK offers a 50% match up to 8% of employee salary deferrals, beginning within 30 days of hire.

Life & Disability Insurance:

100% employer-sponsored group life and disability insurance provided within 30 days.

Paid Time Off (PTO):

 Responsible PTO, including vacation, sick, and personal leave, plus paid holidays.

Growth Opportunities:

 Learning and development support to grow your career.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

 Free and confidential support for life’s challenges.

Annual Salary Reviews and additional benefits outlined in the Personnel Manual.