We are hiring a Development Manager!

PEPS is seeking a persistent, collaborative Development Manager to join our team and enhance our fundraising efforts. The Development Manager will play a crucial role in driving our fundraising success. In this dynamic position, the Development Manager will lead our signature annual Benefit Event, expand our corporate partnerships through innovative sponsorship strategies, and oversee our Annual Giving program. We are seeking a motivated, skilled project manager with a strong background in nonprofit development, event management, and corporate relations. The ideal candidate is passionate about supporting parents and community-centric fundraising and will serve as a dedicated ambassador for PEPS, engaging donors, sponsors, and the broader community.

PRINTER FRIENDLY VERSION

OUR MISSION

The PEPS mission is to connect parents to strengthen families and build community. Since 1983, the Program for Early Parent Support (PEPS), a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization has helped parents connect and grow as they begin their journey into parenthood. PEPS parent support programs educate, inform and create community. We've become a vital resource for new parents in the Puget Sound region, with parent groups serving thousands of families annually.

OUR VISION

• Resilient Families
• Connected Communities
• Equitable Outcomes

OUR VALUES

• Equity
• Innovation
• Inclusion
• Community
• Authenticity

Core Responsibilities

Annual Signature Event 

• Lead the planning and execution of the annual PEPS Benefit Event and associated Giving Campaign (scheduled for May 2025). 
• Develop and oversee detailed work plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure seamless event execution. 
• Oversee independent contractors and vendor contracts. 
• Manage event marketing and communications, including emails, social media, and collateral, with support from the Communications Team. 
• Develop and implement a volunteer plan to mobilize and inspire staff and volunteers. 
• Manage event-specific gift acknowledgment strategy. 
• Evaluate event outcomes, gather feedback, and incorporate learnings into future planning. Communicate results effectively to stakeholders. 
• Manage or collaborate on other cultivation, stewardship, and community engagement events and serve as the organizational liaison for third-party fundraising events. 

Corporate Relations 

• Secure corporate sponsorships for the annual signature event, ensuring all goals are met and sponsors recognized. 
• Develop and drive comprehensive corporate strategy. Develop and implement structured sponsorship packages and agreements. 
• Drive strategic growth and expansion of corporate partnerships by leveraging new programs, such as Working Moms, to enhance the sponsorship menu, build new relationships, and increase revenue.  
• Cultivate and strengthen long-term relationships with corporate sponsors through personalized stewardship. Strategically expand the network of corporate partners through persistent outreach and leveraging connections from staff, board members, advisors, ambassadors, and group leaders. 
• Oversee fulfillment of sponsor benefits in collaboration with the PEPS Communications & Program Teams. 
• Manage and optimize Workplace Giving and Corporate Matching initiatives to maximize revenue. 

Annual Giving Program 

• Manage, expand, evaluate, and refine the PEPS Annual Giving Program, including direct mail and online campaigns. 
• Develop and implement innovative fundraising strategies to engage the PEPS community. 
• Collaborate with Communications, Development, and Program staff to create materials that support the Annual Giving Program. 
• Partner on donor stewardship efforts and shared gift acknowledgment as part of a broader stewardship strategy. 

Fundraising Operations 

• Collaborate on donor stewardship and gift acknowledgment efforts. 
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the annual fundraising plan. 
• Track, enter, and update sponsor, vendor, and donor information in the CRM system. 
• Document processes in SharePoint and CRM. 
• Assist the Development Director with budget preparation and financial activity monitoring. 
• Work with PEPS staff, board members, advisors, ambassadors, and group leaders to foster a culture of philanthropy and encourage relationship building and engagement. 

Core Knowledge and Skills

• Proven experience in developing and executing successful and creative fundraising appeals and events. 
• Strong background in working with corporate and institutional partners. 
• Organized, persistent, and self-motivated. 
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to develop a compelling case for support. 
• Ability to create detailed work plans with tasks and timelines aligned to strategic goals. 
• Proficiency in CRM database systems and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel). 

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience. 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit development or fundraising. 
• Experience with database management. 

Requirements

• Employee must be based out of the greater Seattle area.
• Sponsorship for US work authorization is not available for this position.
• We require that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. All offers are contingent, and your vaccine status will be verified prior to onboarding.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: This position will be 40 hours a week. The expected annual salary range is between $65,000 and $80,000, based on qualifications and experience.   

Benefits: PEPS offers a generous benefits package that includes medical and dental benefits, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, short-term disability insurance, life insurance, and retirement matching. Medical and dental insurance are offered through Kaiser. Employees enjoy flexible scheduling and an industry-leading culture of care that values taking time away from work — including 12 paid holidays and a paid office closure every year during the week of July 4th and the week between Christmas and New Year's. We offer 20 days of accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) and two floating personal days per year for new employees, with PTO increases at four years and a four-week paid sabbatical after seven years of employment.    

Working Environment

Office Location: PEPS is located in Seattle, Washington with a main office in the historic Good Shepherd Center in Wallingford, adjacent to Meridian Park and the beautiful Seattle Tilth Gardens. There is a satellite office in the Parent Trust building in the Rainier Valley. Both locations have ample parking and are close to public transit.   

Work Environment: PEPS is currently operating in a hybrid format. Required all-staff gatherings are held in person at least two times a month, with weekly in-person meetings and occasional training at our Wallingford office. The Development Manager job requires some additional days in the office for Development Team meetings, event preparation, and administrative work. Almost all work will take place during the weekdays, with the occasional evening or weekend event or meeting. PEPS believes in a flexible working environment and hours and will collaborate with the Development Manager to plan a schedule.    

Work Culture: The PEPS staff and board believe that its success as an organization is based on its unique and supportive organizational culture, which strongly affirms that everyone deserves community, support, and social connection. Our workplace is flexible, welcoming, caring, and fun. Self-care is modeled and encouraged. All PEPS staff members work with a spirit of collaboration within all levels of PEPS and promote a culture of teamwork, wellness, and inclusion. PEPS operates with a racial equity lens across all of its activities and embraces learning and growth to work towards healthy outcomes for all families. Each staff member: 

• Is willing, open, and committed to ongoing learning and growth. 
• Demonstrates passion for the PEPS mission, programs, and impact.  
• Champions change and demonstrates an aptitude to improve current processes and procedures. 

To Apply

Interviews will occur on a rolling basis. All applications will be acknowledged within five business days via an email receipt and held confidentially within the hiring team. Every applicant will receive careful consideration, and this role will remain open until filled. To apply, please submit the following:  

• A résumé that summarizes your relevant professional, educational, and volunteer experiences. 
• A cover letter that clearly explains how your professional background and interests align with the job responsibilities and core skills described in this position announcement. 
• Please include which pronouns you use. 
• To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Cari Morales (carim@peps.org) 

Please email your application as a single PDF (cover letter and résumé combined in one document) to jobs@peps.org. Electronic submissions. 

Commitment to Equity

We believe that all families should have access to a healthy, supported start in life. Knowing that race and ethnicity continue to predict the future life chances of children in our state, we are committed to working with families, partner organizations, and communities to identify barriers to parent support and wellness, interrupt their negative impact, and eliminate the persistent disparities in child outcomes. 

PEPS values and celebrates the strengths that diversity brings to the workplace and is committed to advancing equity through our work. Cultivating a diverse and inclusive staff is one of our priorities. 

Black, Indigenous and People of Color and others with underrepresented identities (including, but not limited to: gender identity, class, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, age, ability and background) are strongly and sincerely encouraged to apply. PEPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.