Development Manager

Healthy Futures of Texas is a statewide, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to improving the well-being of young Texans through access to sexual health education, contraception, and vital resources. With a passionate and dedicated team, Healthy Futures of Texas works closely with communities to ensure all teens have access to comprehensive sexual health information and reproductive health services. The organization values diversity and fosters a welcoming environment that embraces individuals of all backgrounds, gender identities, and sexual orientations, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and equality. This organization is known for its impactful work in adolescent health and teen pregnancy prevention across Texas, with offices in cities including Dallas and San Antonio, and a presence that extends statewide. Healthy Futures of Texas places a strong emphasis on collaboration, community engagement, and measurable outcomes that directly benefit young people in Texas. They offer competitive compensation, with an annual salary ranging between $60,000 and $65,000. Employees benefit from employer-paid medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance. The organization also provides a retirement plan with a 3% employer match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, 15 paid holidays, and 18 paid time off days during the first year of employment.

The Annual Giving and Event Manager position reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO) plays an integral role in advancing Healthy Futures of Texas' strategic priorities and financial sustainability. This role focuses on developing and implementing effective methods to enhance awareness and secure contributions that support the organization's mission through annual campaigns and fundraising events. The position requires flexibility with a work schedule from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and occasional evening or weekend hours. Travel, up to 25% of the time, is expected for meetings, trainings, or other events, primarily within major Texas cities such as Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio. The Annual Giving and Event Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective solicitation, stewardship, and cultivation of annual donors, strengthening the organization's donor base, and expanding its recurring giving program. This individual is tasked with leading the planning and execution of fundraising events, including strategy development, sponsorship procurement, ticket sales, and in-kind donation coordination. In collaboration with the CDO and the marketing team, this role crafts compelling and consistent messaging for appeals and stewardship materials across multiple platforms. The manager actively contributes to extending the reach of the organization by identifying new funding sources through lead generation and prospect research. They also work with various stakeholders, including committees and volunteers, to secure year-over-year revenue growth and broaden engagement among new donors and wider audiences. Post-event stewardship and donor cultivation are key components of this role, together with diligent tracking of fundraising progress and donor engagement metrics. The position also entails managing event logistics, vendor interactions, and onsite details such as registration and seating arrangements, ensuring a seamless experience for attendees. Representing Healthy Futures of Texas at meetings and outreach events across the state is another vital aspect of the job, requiring excellent interpersonal communication skills and professionalism. This position offers a unique opportunity for a motivated, organized, and creative individual to contribute to a cause that has a meaningful impact on youth health and well-being in Texas.