Job Description

Matrix Human Services is Educating Children, Supporting Families and Rebuilding Neighborhoods in Detroit.

THE IMPACT YOU WILL BE A PART OF WITH JOINING MATRIX

• Over 30 program locations throughout Detroit and surrounding areas
• 20,000+ individuals benefiting from Matrix services every year
• The largest Head Start Program in the city of Detroit
• The largest HIV treatment and prevention program in Detroit
• After school youth services and academic enrichment
• Workforce Development and Financial Literacy Programs
• Housing Education and Home Buying Assistance
• Healthy Senior Living Program

FOCUS ON PERSONAL AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT. Tuition Assistance. Professional Development Support. In-House Learning and Professional Development Platform.

WE EMBRACE WORK LIFE BALANCE. Vacation Banks. Paid Holidays.

BENEFITS OPTIONS. Medical/Rx. Dental. Vision. Life/AD&D Insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts. Combine Short- & Long-Term Disability. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 403(b) Retirement Account.

CEO Starr Allen-Pettway has been honored by the Michigan Chronicle as a distinguished nonprofit leader in Southeast Michigan.

CORE VALUES:

• Positive Attitude
• Always Learning
• Results Through Accountability
• Building Relationships

JOB SUMMARY/ACCOUNTIBILITY:

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), the Individual and Corporate Giving Manager is responsible for supporting the development plan by identifying, securing, and cultivating entry and midlevel individual donors and corporate donors for the organization.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the execution of the strategic Development plan.
• Effectively implement the Moves Management Process to grow major donor program and introduce new donors to the organization's work.
• Represent Matrix in a professional manner in the community.
• Support fundraising events by assisting in the securing of sponsors. Participate in events and invite other donors and prospects to attend.
• Create and implement plans to bring existing donors to the major gift level.
• Increase corporate support by helping to implement and grow a Corporate Partners Program.
• Working with the internal team, ensure proper recording and use of Raiser’s Edge NXT for donor information and activity tracking.
• Participate in monthly revenue reconciliation meetings with the Finance department and CDO.
• Perform cultivation, stewardship, and qualifying and planning for individual donors and corporate prospects.
• Manage community outreach and events.
• Act as the liaison to other departments to the development team when in-kind donations or funding is identified. Assist in the solicitation of identified items.
• Meet with donors and prospects individually and with other development team members. Identify creative ways to engage donors both virtually and in person.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Development Officer.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required in Philanthropy, Public Administration, Communication, Journalism or similar fields.
• At least 3-4 years of fundraising experience with a proven track record.

NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience that could provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities, will be evaluated on an individual basis.

WORKING AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Ability to lift up to 20 Lbs.
• Ability to traverse stairs and other uneven terrains to gain access to and maneuver throughout offsite locations including office buildings and special event locations.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to “think outside the box” and work in a fast-paced environment.

CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT AND ETHICAL CONDUCT:

• All staff will use data to help achieve organizational goals; apply techniques and strategies that promote a culture of learning; identify and address gaps that continuously improve our programs.
• All personnel of Matrix must adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics and incorporate Continuous Quality Improvement efforts into their everyday performance
• All Head Start employees must adhere to the federal regulations and requirements for Head Start operations including the Program Performance Standards, licensing regulations, and the NAEYC Code of Conduct
• Demonstrate and actively promote an understanding and commitment to the mission and values of Matrix Human Services