Institutional Giving Manager

• Manage a comprehensive institutional giving strategy to meet the organization’s annual and long-term funding goals. Maintain a pipeline of institutional donors and donor prospects and ensure effective cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Projects may include new construction, rehabilitation, critical home repair and weatherization projects.
• Prepare and submit grant proposals and letters of inquiry to granting institutions and prepare and submit reports for completed grants. Collaborate with program staff to gather information necessary for proposals and reports. Assist with government grant applications and compliance in collaboration with staff across the organization.
• Solicit corporate sponsor support, including writing proposals and sponsorship menus, and manage ongoing relationships with sponsors.
• Ensure outstanding delivery of corporate partner benefits, in collaboration with development, volunteer services and communications. Includes assisting with execution of sponsored corporate volunteer events and one-to-many stewardship efforts like the corporate e-newsletter.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective institutional donors through personalized communication, site visits, and engagement opportunities. Collaborate with VP of Development on management of major ($50,000+) corporate partner and foundation relationships.
• Utilize Asana task management software and Raiser’s Edge database to track deadlines, assign tasks, and maintain accurate records of grant and corporate sponsorship work.
• Research and qualify grants, foundations and corporations for alignment with Habitat Dane mission.
• Assist construction staff and ReStore donation staff to coordinate in-kind donations to support construction activities.
• Represent Habitat Dane at various community meetings, membership organization activities and at events.
• Assist with development team stewardship efforts, including writing thank you notes and phone calls during busy time periods.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least 3 years of experience in nonprofit development, grant writing, and/or institutional fundraising.
• Proven track record of securing grants and/or corporate sponsorships.
• Knowledge of high-quality stewardship practices and grant reporting/compliance.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strategic thinker with excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and fundraising databases. Experience Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge a plus.
• Experience with Asana task management software a plus.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• The ability to drive (with milage reimbursement for use of personal vehicle) is desired.

• Compensation: $65,000 – $75,000 annually
• Hybrid work environment
• Full-time, benefits eligible
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, Life and Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental or medical leave
• S401(k) with up to 4% match
• 11 paid holidays
• Generous PTO (starting at 21 days annually)
• 8 hours volunteer time off
• Cell phone stipend and mileage reimbursement for use of personal vehicle for work tasks
• Professional development opportunities, including paid membership to Association of Fundraising Professionals, opportunity to attend paid webinars/seminars/classes, and opportunity to attend conferences

Interested candidates should send materials to Meghann Albert, Chief of Staff, at malbert@habitatdane.org or apply online at Indeed.
For best consideration, apply by January 31, 2025. Applications will be accepted after the deadline until a candidate is hired.

• Why do you want to work for Habitat for Humanity of Dane County?
• What unique experience or perspective would you bring to this role?

Retail & Donations Associate – EAST

AmeriCorps Construction Crew Leader – 2024-25

• Assist with all aspects of hands-on construction tasks including, but not limited to, demolition, site prep, framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, roofing, finish carpentry and landscaping.
• Projects may include new construction, rehabilitation, critical home repair and weatherization projects.
• Lead small groups of volunteers and facilitate safe and positive experiences for everyone working on site.

• Living allowance $18,700 for approximately 10 ½ months of service.
• Segal Education Award of $7,395 upon successful completion of service.
• Housing stipend paid directly to your landlord – $500 per month.
• Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.
• Personal and medical leave available.
• Transportation allowance – $50 per month.
• Possible forbearance or deferment of qualified student loans.
• Child care benefits, if you qualify.
• Worker’s compensation insurance.

• Knowledge of, and willingness to promote, the mission and activities of Habitat for Humanity International and AmeriCorps.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
• Experience working with volunteers, teaching or group facilitation.
• Basic experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.
• Experience working as a member of a team.