Development Manager
Quick answer
Legal Services NYC is hiring a hybrid, New York City-based Development Manager paying $108,000-$120,000 to coordinate fundraising operations, donor engagement, and event execution.
- Role
- Development Manager
- Organization
- Legal Services NYC
- Location
- New York, NY
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $108,000 - $120,000 USD
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
Legal Services NYC is seeking a highly organized Development Manager to support revenue-generating operations and donor engagement. This role acts as a key liaison between the central development office and five borough programs to manage fundraising events, donor data, and administrative workflows. The successful candidate will assist with donor stewardship, grant reporting, and the creation of fundraising communications.
What you'll do
- Support day-to-day operations for the CDO and development team.
- Act as the central liaison for fundraising activities across all five borough offices.
- Maintain accurate donor data and manage gift processing within the CRM.
- Plan and execute central and borough-level fundraising events.
- Draft and edit donor-facing materials, including proposals and stewardship letters.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- 1–3 years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or event coordination.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle confidential data.
- Strong project-management skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health, dental and vision plans, contributions to a 403(b) plan, and generous leave time.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located and what is the work schedule?
This is a hybrid position based in New York City that requires a minimum of five in-office days per two-week period.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary range for the Development Manager position is $108,000 to $120,000 USD, depending on experience.
What are the key qualifications required for this position?
Applicants should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent, 1-3 years of relevant experience, and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems like Raiser's Edge.
How should I apply for this job?
Interested candidates should submit a resume, a cover letter, and a one-page writing sample through the Greenhouse portal.
How to apply
Apply directly on Legal Services NYC's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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