Job Description:

Job Title: Annual Giving ManagerLocation: Springfield, MissouriDepartment: MarketingEmployment Type: Full-time_____________________Job Summary:Join our compassionate team as an Annual Giving Manager and play a vital role in driving donor growth and securing essential funding for our organization. As a key member of our marketing team, you will develop and execute a comprehensive annual fund program, cultivating and stewarding annual gifts to support our mission. If you are a motivated and experienced fundraising professional looking to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.We are seeking an Annual Giving Manager who shares our passion for helping others and has a proven track record of securing and stewarding annual gifts. As an integral part of our team, you will collaborate with colleagues to achieve fundraising goals, develop marketing materials, and build strong relationships with donors. If you are a strategic thinker, exceptional communicator, and dedicated professional, we invite you to join our team and contribute to our mission.The Annual Giving Manager position offers…**All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package** - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, generous paid time off, and more**Telemedicine** – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits**Employee Assistance Program** – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost**Career Advancement & Wage Growth** - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income**Comprehensive Training** - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training**Workplace Culture** - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagementKey Responsibilities:Develop and execute a comprehensive annual fund program to increase donor and dollar growthCollaborate with the Director of Development to establish regional annual fund goalsCultivate and steward annual gifts of $1,000-$9,999Maintain contact with key annual giving donors, ensuring a strategic cycle of requestsSupport regional fundraising activities, including community giving days and employee giving programsContribute to prospect research activities and manage assigned prospects/programsProduce regular fundraising reports to track funding and make adjustments as neededEducation, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:Minimum of five years of professional fundraising experience, preferably in a philanthropic or nonprofit organizationDemonstrated success leading annual giving programsBachelor's degree preferred; Associate's degree with relevant development experience will be consideredSolid knowledge and experience with fundraising principles, process, and systemsAdditional Qualifications:Exceptional interpersonal communication skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work effectively in a team environment and independentlyHigh degree of professionalism and comfort working with diverse individuals and groupsCurrent driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insuranceSuccessful completion of background check, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checkPhysical Requirements:Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objectsRepetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shiftSedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periodsBrightli is on a Mission:At Brightli, we are dedicated to changing and saving lives. As a valued member of our team, you will play a vital role in helping us achieve our mission. If you are passionate about making a difference and are committed to excellence, we invite you to join our team.Keywords: Annual Giving Manager, Fundraising, Nonprofit, Philanthropy, Development, Marketing



Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness





Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Brightli is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.