Development Manager

Employment Type:Part- to full-time (as funding supports), Remote-Hybrid

Reports to:Finance & Administration Director

Location:Oregonstatewide, with frequent travel due to in-person events

Duration:Permanent, through June 30, 2026 (renewaldependent onfunding)

About CAT

TheCommunity Alliance of Tenants (CAT)is Oregon’s only statewide, grassroots, tenant-led membership organization. Founded in 1996 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, CAT’s mission is to educate and empower tenants to demand safe, stable, and affordable housing. Our membership base includes low-income tenants, low-wage workers, families with children, people living with disabilities, seniors, and tenants from diverse backgrounds.

CAT builds tenant power through education, organizing, and advocacy. Weoperatea renters’ rights hotline, host community workshops, and organize tenants to lead a culturally humble, equity-driven housing justice movement. We are committed to long-term systems change led by those mostimpactedby Oregon’s housing crisis.

Position Summary

The Development Manager advances the organization’s mission and financial sustainability by leading fundraising across multiple revenue streams. Grounded in CAT’s commitment to equity and systemic justice, the role oversees donor and member stewardship, grant management, and annual fundraising efforts. Working with senior leadership, board members, and staff, the Development Manager builds strong relationships with individuals, foundations, corporations, and community partners while ensuring accurate tracking, reporting, and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of individual, foundation, and corporate donors.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward donors through personalized engagement, acknowledgments, impact reporting, and recognition.
• Support major gift efforts through research, meeting preparation, proposals, and follow‑up.
• Collaborate with leadership, board members, and program staff to advance donor outreach and ensure fundraising narratives center community voices and lived experiences.
• Contribute to inclusive, culturally responsive fundraising strategies aligned with the 2025–2027 Strategic Plan.

Grants & Institutional Giving

• Research, identify, and track foundation, corporate, and government funding opportunities.
• Write andsubmitcompelling letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and reports in collaboration with program and finance staff.
• Ensure compliance with funder guidelines, deadlines, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain an organized grant calendar and tracking system.

Campaigns & Special Events

• Support planning and execution of annual campaigns, appeals, and fundraising events.
• Coordinate timelines,planning, and communications related to development initiatives.
• Partner with marketing and communications staff to produce fundraising materials and donor‑facing content.

Data, Reporting & Systems

• Maintain accurate donor and grant records in the organization’s CRM.
• Track progress toward fundraising goals and prepare regular reports for leadership.
• Analyze donor data to identify trends and inform strategy.
• Oversee timely and accurate gift processing and acknowledgments.

Collaboration & Organizational Support

• Work cross‑functionally with program, finance, and operations teams to align fundraising with organizational priorities.
• Participate in development planning, evaluation, and strategy discussions.
• Represent the organization professionally with members, donors, partners, and at community events.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 3–5 years of nonprofit fundraising or development experience.
• Proven experience in donor stewardship, grant writing, and fundraising operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate impact into compelling donor messaging.
• Elevated levelof organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Initiative and self-direction while contributing effectively through collaboration and teamwork.
• Proficiency with fundraising databases, Microsoft Office, and website platforms.
• Demonstrated commitment to anti-racist…