Development Manager

Founded in 1977, El Centro de Amistad is a community-focused organization that has provided free mental health services to over 100,000 low-income families. Based in the Los Angeles area, the organization is dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening families through compassionate and accessible mental health programs. El Centro de Amistad plays a pivotal role in enriching the lives of underserved communities by offering culturally responsive care and essential resources to promote emotional well-being and resilience.

Role Description

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Development Manager will be responsible for developing, planning, organizing, and directing all of El Centro de Amistad’s fundraising activities, including annual fundraising, foundation grants and grant writing, special events, major gifts, planned giving, and communications. Highly collaborative, the Development Manager works closely with the Director of Operations, the CEO, and the Board of Directors in all fund development endeavors.

The Development Manager also oversees the communications and marketing functions and builds strong relationships with the community and external stakeholders.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Communications, Public Relations, or a relevant field.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must have great organizational skills, be detail-oriented, and be a self‐starter with the ability to multitask.
• At least 5 years’ experience in fundraising focused on individual and institutional giving, grant writing, public relations and marketing, and donor relations management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mental health services, social services, services for low‐income/vulnerable populations, or related content area, preferred.
• Demonstrated excellence in organizational, managerial, and communication skills.
• Must be computer-savvy and proficient in using CRMs.
• Skilled in working effectively with a diverse group of donors and organizations.
• Candidate needs to be motivated and able to communicate effectively and efficiently, both verbally and in written format.
• Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Adobe PDF, Outlook, Google Drive, Internet, and other standard equipment.
• Must clear HIPAA certification, Department of Justice, and TB clearance.
• Must have a reliable vehicle/access to transportation, a valid California driver’s license, and be responsible for all liability on the vehicle.

Preferred Skills

• Language Ability:
  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Mathematical Ability:
  Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Reasoning Ability:
  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• A degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Marketing, or a related field is preferred

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