Practicebetter is hiring a Manager, Leadership Giving. This role focuses on donors to the NPR Network, acting as a bridge between supporters and the network. You will be responsible for scaling personalized outreach to mid-level donors and managing a portfolio to sustain NPR and Member station journalism.

What You'll Do

Scale personalization efforts by adapting standardized templates for donors giving $1K-$10K.
Drive data-driven donor renewal and upgrades with timely touchpoints to minimize attrition and increase loyalty.
Qualify new donors to the NPR Network with support of prospect research.
Manage a portfolio of donors with capacity for gifts in the $10K-25K range.
Articulate donor strategies and move prospects through cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship phases.
Navigate joint solicitation strategies with NPR and Member station teams.
Support design and implementation of pilot fundraising initiatives for the NPR Network.
Maintain meticulous records in Salesforce, capturing interactions timely.
Communicate frequently with colleagues to foster a collaborative fundraising environment.
Exemplify fundraising best practices and a high level of ethics.

What We're Looking For

3–5 years of frontline fundraising experience, ideally within a complex, federated, or multi-chapter nonprofit structure.
Proven success in independently cultivating and closing general operating gifts in the $10,000 - $25,000 range.
Advanced interpersonal and communication skills to work with constituents including staff, board members, Member stations, partners, and donors.
Proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM for tracking and data-driven decision-making.
Ability to translate complex donor activity and data into insights that inform strategy.
Cultivate and support an inclusive and equitable workplace culture.

Nice to Have

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in work experience.

Technical Stack

Salesforce

Team & Environment

Part of NPR’s Development division, partnering with teams at NPR and Member stations.

Benefits & Compensation

Access to comprehensive benefits including health and wellness, paid time off, and financial well-being.
Medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, long-term disability, short-term disability, and voluntary retirement savings options.
Compensation: $101,000-$105,000 USD

Work Mode

Remote-permitted, with the Washington, D.C. office as a base. Remote work is permitted from approved US locations.

NPR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to being an inclusive workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, gender non-conforming status, intersex status, sexual stereotypes, nationality, citizenship status, personal appearance, marital status, family status, family responsibilities, military status, veteran status, mental and physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, genetic characteristics, political views and affiliation, unemployment status, protective order status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other basis prohibited under applicable law.