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Planned Parenthood Northern California

Senior Manager of Donor Engagement

Planned Parenthood Northern California, Concord, California, us, 94527

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$88,700.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr SUMMARY

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Senior Manager of Donor Engagement

plays a key role in cultivating, stewarding, and expanding relationships with individual donors to advance the mission of PPNorCal. This position leads front-line fundraising efforts in the San Francisco Bay Area, serving as a primary contact for mid-level and major donors in the region, and designs thoughtful engagement strategies to deepen donor connections. The Senior Manager oversees one direct report, the Events and Stewardship Coordinator, and together they plan and execute donor events, stewardship activities, and personalized touchpoints that inspire giving and strengthen loyalty. Reporting to the Director of Individual Giving, this role combines strategic relationship management with hands-on execution, ensuring a donor-centered approach that drives both revenue growth and long-term partnership. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strengthen donor relationships across the Bay Area through thoughtful, personalized outreach and engagement, and manage a portfolio of 100–125 qualified major donors, along with approximately 25 discovery prospects, creating tailored cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for each. Collaborate with the Director of Individual Giving to set portfolio goals and strategies that drive donor satisfaction and revenue growth. Serve as a key collaborator in strategic campaign planning, contributing donor insights and engagement strategies to help shape goals, priorities, and execution. Lead efforts to integrate deferred and legacy giving into donor engagement, partnering with development staff to identify prospects, incorporate planned giving opportunities into cultivation strategies, and ensure consistent follow-up and stewardship. Partner with the development team to strengthen corporate giving, cultivating relationships with corporate partners, identifying sponsorship opportunities, and supporting employee engagement initiatives that align with PPNorCal’s mission. Lead cultivation and fundraising events that build community and deepen donor connection in collaboration with the Events and Stewardship Specialist. Create and contribute to tailored donor communications that reflect organizational values and inspire giving, including proposals, updates, and thank-yous. Train and prepare senior leadership, CEO, and board volunteers for donor engagement opportunities. Collaborate with volunteer leaders and advisory groups to expand the pipeline of major and planned gift prospects. Foster close, collaborative communication with internal program teams, health center staff, and administrative teams to surface meaningful donor communications. Track all portfolio activity, touchpoints, and movement using Raiser’s Edge; maintain data integrity and contribute to reporting and analysis. Actively support and embody PPNorCal’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in all aspects of donor and colleague relationships. Regularly travel within the Bay Area to meet with donors, represent PPNorCal at regional engagement activities, and provide support for donor events, including occasional evenings and weekends as needed. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide direct supervision, guidance, and support to the Events and Stewardship Specialist, fostering professional growth and development. Set clear goals, priorities, and performance expectations, and provide regular feedback through check-ins and annual reviews. Delegate assignments and ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with organizational standards. Encourage a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven team culture. Identify opportunities for training, mentorship, and skill-building to support the Specialist’s career growth. Model strong fundraising and donor engagement practices, offering coaching and support to strengthen the team’s impact. Ensure alignment of the Specialist’s work with broader departmental and organizational goals. QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Minimum of five years of progressive experience in front-line fundraising, with a strong track record in individual giving and major gifts. Experience with a variety of gift types a plus Demonstrated success in managing donor relationships and securing major gifts. Strong understanding of donor-centered fundraising and strategic philanthropy. Experience working in reproductive health, healthcare, or social justice organizations is a plus Management experience is a plus. Skills and Abilities: Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and influence high-level donors and stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including donor proposals, impact reports, and presentations. Proficiency in fundraising software (Raiser’s Edge NXT preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite. High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to the mission of PPNorCal. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of fundraising. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

Duties regularly require sitting, handling objects, reaching, and effectively communicating through speaking and listening. Occasional travel required for donor meetings, events, and professional development. Must have reliable transportation and a valid California Driver’s License. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or requirements. The organization reserves the right to revise or require additional tasks based on evolving needs. Pay Range: The wage scale reflects the compensation that a new employee can expect to receive if offered employment. The wage scale for this position is $88,700 to $125,000 annualized salary, based on relevant professional years of experience. Planned Parenthood Northern California PPNorCal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. PPNorCal is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources to make arrangements.

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