V3 Sports

Development Manager

Minneapolis, MN, USA|Remote, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $70,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Retirement Plan

Job Description

V3 Sports is a nonprofit organization deeply rooted in the vibrant community of North Minneapolis. Since its establishment in 2007, V3 Sports has been committed to elevating the community through wellness, fitness, and education. The organization has built a strong reputation by serving over a thousand families, supported by its passionate partners, donors, and community members. V3 Sports focuses on creating meaningful opportunities that enhance the quality of life for residents in North Minneapolis by providing access to resources that promote physical health and personal growth. The mission is rooted in the belief that wellness and education can catalyze positive... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
  • Three to five years of experience in development or related nonprofit work
  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Proven track record in fundraising and grant writing
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Experience with CRM and data management tools
  • Event planning experience
  • Ability to work collaboratively
  • Proactive and resourceful
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Willingness to maintain CPR, First Aid, AED, and BBP certifications
  • Preferable valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as communications, nonprofit management, business, or a similar area or equivalent professional experience
  • Three to five years of experience in development, fundraising, grant writing, or a related nonprofit role
  • Strong writing and communication skills with the ability to craft compelling proposals and build authentic relationships
  • Proven track record of securing gifts and grants, aligning funding opportunities to organizational priorities
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
  • Comfortable using CRM systems and data management tools to track fundraising activities
  • Experience with fundraising event planning, logistics, attendee engagement, and outcome evaluation
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work closely across departments to achieve shared goals
  • Proactive and resourceful with the ability to anticipate needs and potential challenges
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with a relationship-centered approach
  • Adaptable and open to new challenges as the organization grows and evolves
  • Ability to maintain current CPR, First Aid, AED, and BBP certifications with training provided during onboarding
  • Preferably holds a valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and meets driving record requirements

Job Duties

  • Partner with the Director of Development to identify and pursue funding opportunities that align with organizational goals
  • Plan and execute fundraising campaigns such as Giving Tuesday, GiveMN, and the Annual Appeal
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, prospects, and supporters throughout the donor lifecycle
  • Lead the writing, submission, and tracking of compelling grant proposals
  • Manage grant compliance and reporting, ensuring deadlines are met and data is accurate
  • Collaborate with program and finance teams to collect information for grant applications and reports
  • Support the planning and delivery of major fundraising events and smaller donor gatherings
  • Serve as the main point of contact for event logistics, including venues, vendors, and guest list coordination
  • Partner with the Director of Development to develop event strategies that advance fundraising goals
  • Conduct post-event evaluations to measure success and identify areas for improvement
  • Maintain accurate donor and fundraising data within the organization’s CRM system
  • Coordinate logistics for both internal and external fundraising initiatives
  • Anticipate and address potential risks to keep projects on track
  • Uphold quality standards and process consistency across all development activities
  • Collaborate with the Marketing team to align messaging and support fundraising campaigns
  • Prepare materials for donor meetings, presentations, and proposals
  • Provide administrative and logistical support for team meetings and development operations

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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