Development and Fundraising Manager

Development & Fundraising Manager

U.S. Digital Response (USDR) works alongside state, local, and tribal governments to modernize how they deliver digital services and better meet the public's needs.

We envision a future where communities trust governments to deliver. We operate with humility and deep respect for our partners and believe that modern and resilient technology applied in the public interest can deliver people-centered services at the speed of need.

Since March 2020, USDR's projects have impacted tens of millions of people in over 50 U.S. states and territories. We've worked with more than 550 governments and organizations on over 600 projects.

Leveraging an internal team of ~30 staff along with a network of over 11,000 pro-bono technical experts, USDR addresses and uncovers solutions for common, systemic challenges that public servants are facing. We bring the innovation and agility of a tech startup that is tailored to serve the unique needs and challenges of government.

USDR recently celebrated five years of impact since our founding, and is looking forward to the next five+ years. To keep up with the momentum, we are seeking a Development & Fundraising Manager to work closely with our CEO in support of fundraising, stakeholder management, and ambitious plans for growth.

You will be responsible for :

• Foundation & Funder Engagement : Partner with the CEO to cultivate and grow a strong portfolio of private and institutional funders.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Serve as a trusted execution partner to the CEO and senior leadership to translate ideas into action.
• Strategic Narrative & Positioning : Help craft compelling concept notes and proposals for support that reflect USDR's unique value and potential impact.

We're looking to hire as soon as we identify the right person for this role. To help us move quickly, we'll review applications in batches and will prioritize those submitted by November 12.

You are excited about this opportunity because you will...

Work closely with the CEO on foundation & funder engagement (30%)

Collaborate cross functionally to deliver results (35%)

Shape our development strategic narrative & positioning (35%)

We're excited about you because you have / are...

Skills and experience are necessary, but we hire on value alignment first, so if you feel you would be a good fit with us, still consider applying.

What we offer you :

About USDR Salary Practices

At USDR, we aspire to be an organization where our employees not only sustain, but thrive. We compensate every employee based on the belief that they are fully performing in their role meaning they demonstrate our values, perform the responsibilities, and meet the expectations of their individual role.

Each job at USDR is leveled based on the business need for the role, and the salary band is determined based on market data for similar roles in the tech industry.

New hires who signal full proficiency toward the job requirements will likely be offered the mid-point of our salary range.

Work Authorization

All USDR staff members work remotely in support of flexibility, wellness, and work-life balance. At this time, USDR is only hiring candidates who reside in the United States, and who have and maintain active U.S. Work Authorization.

USDR uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new employees.

Employment Opportunity

U.S. Digital Response is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment