Development Manager

divh2Development Manager / h2pThe Ella Baker Center for Human Rights (EBC) seeks a leader for its Development team. The Development Manager will lead EBCs institutional fundraising efforts. The Development Manager will be responsible for the strategic direction and coordination of the institutional funding portfolio for the organization, leveraging their knowledge to inspire funder support and supporting the team to expand our budget to exceed $4.5M. This role incorporates both fundraising and organizing skills, with an emphasis on supporting and mobilizing funders to collaborate on funder convenings and larger discussions within the movement about wealth redistribution and philanthropy. The successful applicant will possess at least 4+ years of professional experience in fundraising, is a collaborative thinker, and is politically committed to the movement for liberation. This role will also be encouraged to support partner organizations in building fundraising capacity and engage in collaborative fundraising when opportunities emerge. This role primarily focuses on institutional giving for EBCs 501(c)3 entity and will spend a limited number of hours stewarding gifts towards EBC Action Fund, our 501(c)4 entity. This position is supervised by the Director of Development. / ppThe ideal candidate at EBC understands that our work uplifts the leadership and strategies of those most impacted by the criminal system : working-class people of color. Our primary aspiration is Black liberation, as these communities are the most harmed by policing and prisons. We practice accountability to our communities and each other by giving and receiving feedback, communicating directly, and building a culture of restorative justice. We seek staff who are looking to not only transform the world, but are themselves excited to be personally transformed by organizing for liberation while caring for ourselves or each other. Transformation means that we do not turn anyone away who seeks our advocacy or support based on what the state has charged them with. Inherent in collective liberation work we ask our staff to do the personal work of organizing to dismantle white supremacy and cisheteropatriarchy, and practice anti-oppression in everyday relationships. Our values mean we are building a leaderful movement, with an emphasis on those who have been systematically denied leadership and power. / ppSalary range : $90,000-$100,000, depending on professional and lived experience. The Ella Baker Center for Human Rights offers a competitive benefits package to its full-time employees, which includes employee health, vision, dental, chiropractor, acupuncture, LTD, life insurance, EAP, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and the option to enroll in a 401K program. We cover 100% of the employee-only premiums for all medical coverage. Medical coverage begins on the 1st of the month, after the date of hire. / ppThe Ella Baker Center is an equal-opportunity employer. Individuals of color, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, individuals with past involvement in the criminal legal system, or who have loved ones currently or formerly impacted by the criminal legal system, are strongly encouraged to apply. We do not require candidates to have a degree, and we welcome candidates with nontraditional backgrounds. We believe in both the necessity in building a broad, diverse movement to effectuate change and the importance of centering the experiences and leadership of those most impacted by the legal system. We are committed to investing in the leadership of people of color and formerly incarcerated people. If you are wondering if you are qualified to apply, please do. / ppSubmit the following application materials : Resume or summary of relevant experience. A thoughtful cover letter about your interest in the position. A writing sample that demonstrates your ability to convey programmatic impact to funders (3-5 pages max). Should a candidate advance in the interview process, they may be asked to participate in a brief skills evaluation exercise and submit a portfolio or work samples. Application open until filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as interviews will be offered on a rolling basis. Please note we will begin interviews in January 2026. / ppThe Ella Baker Center for Human Rights recommends vaccinations to prevent the spread of communicable diseases. Fully vaccinated is determined two weeks after completing a primary vaccination with a COVID-19 vaccine, with, if applicable, at least the minimum recommended interval between doses. All newly hired employees are requested to report their vaccination status and to provide proof of vaccination. The Ella Baker Center for Human Rights encourages employees to wear a mask when working within the building and at EBC-sponsored gatherings. Employees may be legally entitled to a reasonable accommodation because of a disability, or if the provisions in this policy for vaccination, and / or testing for COVID-19, and / or wearing a face covering conflict with a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. / ppStart date : March 2026 / p / div