Manager of Donor Engagement

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Braven Full time
About the Job

We are looking for a skilled professional to join our External Affairs team as a Manager, Development and Stewardship. This role requires a data-driven storyteller and project manager who can craft compelling narratives and drive results.

  • Write inspiring grant proposals, grant reports, and external collateral.
  • Research and synthesize donor data to develop excellent donor briefs and proposals.
  • Collaborate with Executive Directors and other teams to ensure grant applications and reports are submitted on-time and error-free.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, ability to research and synthesize outcomes data or donor data in a compelling way, and experience with complex project management. We offer a competitive salary of $53,900-$67,300 per year, depending on location and experience.

What You'll Do

  • Tell the Braven story through writing inspiring grant proposals, grant reports, and external collateral.
  • Collaborate with Executive Directors and other teams to ensure grant applications and reports are submitted on-time and error-free.


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