Manager of Philanthropic Partnerships
Position Overview
The Manager of Philanthropic Partnerships is a relationship-driven, externally-facing role responsible for generating philanthropic revenue through the identification, cultivation, and conversion of individual donors and corporate partners.
This is an exciting opportunity to do meaningful, rewarding work in the community while helping expand access to high-quality programs and services for children and families. Achievement Centers for Children & Families has been a trusted presence in Delray Beach since 1969, serving more than 750 children and families each year.
This is a goal-driven, revenue-generating position focused on building and advancing a donor pipeline for the Annual Fund (unrestricted), Sparks (restricted giving program), and event sponsorships.
This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports and requires a high level of independence and initiative.
Location: Delray Beach, Florida
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer & Chief Development Officer
Classification: Non-Exempt / Hourly
Schedule: Full Time Standard business hours with flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed
Duties & Responsibilities
Pipeline Development, Outreach & Follow Up
· Build and manage a portfolio of prospective and emerging donors
· Proactively identify, engage, and follow up with new prospects through calls, emails, and outreach
· Lead follow up after campaigns, events, and introductions to move prospects toward engagement
· Track all activity, next steps, and outcomes in DonorPerfect
Donor Engagement & Cultivation
· Share the mission and impact of Achievement Centers in a clear, authentic, and compelling way
· Lead campus tours and support donor meetings
· Build trust and rapport through consistent communication
· Move individuals from initial engagement to first time and repeat giving
Revenue Generation
· Secure gifts in support of the Annual Fund and Sparks
· Identify, cultivate, and close sponsorship opportunities
· Develop proposals and donor materials
· Advance prospects through the full giving cycle from identification to commitment
Community Engagement
· Serve as an Achievement Centers ambassador in the community
· Build relationships rooted in trust and shared values
· Support events and external engagement opportunities as needed