Overview
Senior Manager, Insitutional Giving Jobs in Seattle, Washington, USA at Seeds Renewables
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Manager, Institutional Giving, will play a key role in crafting compelling grant proposals, impact reports, and other donor communications that effectively convey Nia Tero’s unique value and the impact of our partnerships with Indigenous Peoples around the world. Reporting to the Managing Director, Development, and collaborating with the Associate Director, Development, this prolific writer will help manage and strengthen relationships with funders and stakeholders to ensure sustainable funding streams.
This role requires a strategic communicator and storyteller with aproven track recordin nonprofit fundraising and constructing persuasive narratives. Working closely withleadershipand other teams, the Senior Manager of Institutional Giving will contribute to increasing philanthropic support to address the threats to Indigenous Peoples’ guardianship.
The successful applicant would also benefit from deep ties to and understanding of Indigenous cultures, a passion for our mission, and outstandingcollaborationandteamworkskills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Grant Writing and Proposal Development
Guide in developing, writing, and managing compelling and tailored grant proposals, concept notes, and letters of intent for foundations, high-net-worth individuals, and corporate donors, targeting contributions ranging from $100,000 to over $1,000,000.
Collaborate closely with colleagues, including staff from program, finance, and communications, to ensure alignment with donor interests and Nia Tero’s mission and produce high-quality, timely submissions.
Impact Reporting and Donor Stewardship
Develop and write clear, concise, and compelling impact reports, donor updates, and creative stewardship materials (such as case studies, impact stories, and visual content) that effectively communicate the results of funded projects and deepen donor engagement.
Maintain a calendar of reporting deadlines and ensure compliance with all donor requirements, including financial reporting, narrative updates, and other stewardship communications.
Resource Management and Database Oversight
Manage a comprehensive library of proposals, reports, donor communications, and commonly used materials, ensuring these resources are easily accessible and regularly updated.
Ensureaccurate trackingof submissions, communications, and financial information in tracking systems, including the fundraising database.
Collaborate with the External Affairs team to implement best practices in donor engagement and ensure all fundraising materials are consistent with Nia Tero’s messaging and branding standards.
PEOPLE ANDRESOURCE MANAGEMENTRESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not have current supervisory responsibilities but may in the future.
This position will have access to Nia Tero’s fundraising database and sensitive financial information, so discretion is required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred *.
Strong work tenure, including five or more years of experience, coursework, or other relevant training in resource development and writing composition.
Excellent writing and proofreading skills.
Strongproject managementskills, including experiences leading or coordinating multiple projects, organizing time, managingdiverseactivities, and meeting deadlines.
Experience writing successful funding proposals from large foundations and individual donors.
Experience writing …
Title: Senior Manager, Insitutional Giving
Company: Seeds Renewables
Location: Seattle, Washington, USA
Category: Non-Profit & Social Impact, Management
