Manager, Development – Remote Position (USA)

Organisation: Campus Compact
Job Title: Manager, Development
Job Location: Remote – Anywhere in the United States
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Remote
Salary: $72,000–$77,000 per year
Application Priority Deadline: November 13, 2026
Expected Start Date: As soon as reasonably possible, ideally no later than January 4, 2027
Reports To: Senior Director, Development

About Campus Compact

Campus Compact is a national coalition of colleges and universities working to strengthen the public purposes of higher education. It is the largest national higher education association dedicated exclusively to civic and community engagement.

The organisation works with higher education institutions to help students develop citizenship skills and build meaningful partnerships with communities. Through its programmes, resources, and institutional network, Campus Compact supports administrators, faculty members, staff, and students involved in community-based teaching, research, scholarship, and civic action.

Campus Compact is currently preparing for a period of organisational growth and expansion, supported by investments from philanthropic partners. Its work focuses particularly on innovation, scaling effective initiatives, and strengthening coalitions.

The organisation also seeks to strengthen the contribution of higher education to democratic participation by addressing political and social polarisation, encouraging civic involvement, and preparing students to participate meaningfully in democratic society.

To support these objectives, Campus Compact is recruiting a Manager, Development to strengthen its fundraising operations, grant development, donor information management, and prospect research activities.

About the Manager, Development Position

The Manager, Development will support the organisation’s fundraising and development activities through grant writing, funding opportunity research, donor and prospect data management, reporting, and development operations.

The successful candidate will work with colleagues across different organisational teams to identify potential funding opportunities, prepare high-quality grant proposals, maintain accurate donor records, and provide research that informs fundraising decisions.

An important part of the position will involve developing Campus Compact’s annual giving programme and establishing the systems and processes needed to support its growth.

This role is suitable for a professional with strong research, writing, analytical, and organisational skills who can manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines while working independently and collaborating with colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

The position is organised around three main areas of responsibility: grant writing and pre-award support, data management and annual giving strategy, and prospect identification and research.

1. Grant Writing and Pre-Award Support – 40%

The Manager, Development will assist with preparing and submitting grant applications and maintaining effective grant development processes.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the preparation and submission of grant proposals, letters of intent, progress reports, and other communications intended for funders.
• Researching and identifying potential grant opportunities that align with Campus Compact’s programmes, organisational priorities, and strategic objectives.
• Coordinating proposal development by collecting relevant information and contributions from programme teams, staff members, and other internal stakeholders.
• Drafting, editing, formatting, and consolidating information from colleagues into clear, persuasive, and well-organised grant proposals.
• Assisting with proposal budgets and working with relevant internal teams to ensure financial information is accurate and meets funder requirements.
• Monitoring grant deadlines, application requirements, submission schedules, and the status of pending proposals and sponsorships.
• Developing and maintaining templates, documentation, and practical tools to improve the consistency and efficiency of grant development.
• Identifying opportunities to improve fundraising workflows, internal systems, and development processes.

2. Data Management and Annual Giving Strategy – 35%

The successful candidate will take the lead in implementing Campus Compact’s annual giving strategy and helping establish its annual giving programme and supporting infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include:

• Working with development and organisational teams to establish annual giving priorities, target audiences, messaging, campaign calendars, and performance-tracking systems.
• Using donor information and research insights to guide annual giving decisions and improve fundraising outcomes.
• Developing and maintaining systems and procedures that support donor outreach, engagement, retention, and programme growth.
• Maintaining accurate, complete, and up-to-date information about donors, prospective donors, and engagement activities in relevant development systems.
• Supporting data accuracy, consistency, and quality across fundraising and donor experience platforms.
• Preparing regular and customised reports, donor lists, data analyses, and summaries to support fundraising activities and organisational decision-making.
• Updating Campus Compact’s organisational profiles and information with external nonprofit and philanthropic information services, including Charity Navigator and Candid, annually.
• Coordinating operational processes, deadlines, and deliverables across multiple development initiatives.

3. Prospect Identification and Research – 25%

The Manager, Development will also conduct research to help identify prospective donors, institutional funders, and philanthropic partners.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing prospect research and prospect management support to fundraising staff and teams.
• Conducting detailed research using wealth screening tools, publicly available information, and other relevant research resources.
• Developing research approaches to identify prospective individual donors, institutional funders, and philanthropic organisations.
• Reviewing and analysing biographical, philanthropic, financial, organisational, and historical information.
• Preparing clear and practical prospect profiles, research summaries, and briefings.
• Identifying potential connections, interests, giving histories, and patterns that may inform donor engagement and fundraising strategies.
• Translating research findings into useful recommendations for fundraising colleagues.
• Maintaining accurate prospect research records and documenting relevant information in development systems.
• Supporting the development and management of the organisation’s prospect pipeline in line with its fundraising priorities.

Skills and Core Competencies

Campus Compact is looking for an organised, analytical, and detail-oriented professional who can contribute to effective fundraising operations.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following competencies:

Data Management and Analytical Skills

Applicants should have strong attention to detail and the ability to manage information accurately and consistently. They should be comfortable working with customer relationship management (CRM) and development systems, preparing reports, analysing information, and identifying opportunities to improve data quality and operational performance.

Grant Writing and Research

Candidates should possess strong written communication and research abilities. They should be able to analyse complex information and turn it into clear, compelling materials appropriate for different audiences. Demonstrated grant-writing experience is important, while a history of successfully funded proposals is preferred.

Collaboration and Communication

The position requires the ability to work across different departments and coordinate information from multiple stakeholders. The successful candidate should be able to manage competing priorities and contribute to a consistent and effective donor experience.

Independent Working and Professional Judgement

Applicants should be capable of working independently, identifying priorities, anticipating organisational needs, and managing multiple deadlines. Good judgement, reliability, and attention to detail are essential.

Organisation and Operational Management

Candidates should be comfortable managing databases, documentation, deadlines, administrative processes, and several projects simultaneously. An interest in improving internal workflows and developing efficient systems is also important.

Professional Communication and Confidentiality

Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. The successful candidate must demonstrate professionalism when interacting with colleagues, donors, partners, vendors, and other stakeholders. Discretion is particularly important when handling confidential or sensitive information.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should ideally meet the following qualifications and experience requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience in grant writing. A track record of securing funding through successful proposals is preferred.
• Experience conducting prospect research or working with fundraising databases, CRM platforms, or development operations.
• Experience managing and analysing data, preparing reports, and maintaining accurate records.
• Excellent research, writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• The ability to manage several projects, responsibilities, and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Experience collaborating with different teams and engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Notion.
• The ability to learn and use development, fundraising, and research systems effectively.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Campus Compact expects the Manager, Development to bring strong organisational skills, accuracy, and consistent follow-through to the organisation’s development operations.

Success in the position will involve identifying appropriate funding opportunities, preparing accurate and persuasive grant proposals, delivering useful and timely prospect research, and ensuring that donor and development information is reliable.

The successful candidate will also help establish well-documented processes and efficient systems that allow the wider development team to work effectively and advance the organisation’s fundraising objectives.

Writing Sample Requirement

Candidates who progress to the panel interview stage will be asked to submit a writing sample demonstrating their grant-writing abilities.

The sample should be a grant narrative or a section of a grant proposal that the applicant has written or substantially contributed to.

Applicants are permitted to remove confidential or identifying information from their samples.

Campus Compact will assess the writing sample based on:

• Clarity and organisation of the writing.
• Ability to synthesise information effectively.
• Understanding of the intended audience.
• Ability to communicate a compelling case for funding and support.

Organisational Values and Commitments

Campus Compact expects its employees to reflect the organisation’s shared values and commitments in their professional relationships and daily work.

These values include:

Equity: Promoting participation, diversity of thought, experience, and background while ensuring that different perspectives are recognised and respected.

Growth Mindset: Encouraging continuous learning, improvement, innovation, and the willingness to address challenges.

Accountability: Taking responsibility for individual and shared actions, maintaining integrity, learning from mistakes, and working collaboratively.

Responsiveness: Ensuring that organisational programmes, resources, and approaches respond to feedback and the needs of communities and partners.

Transparency: Promoting honest, direct, and authentic communication within the organisation and across its network.

Salary and Employee Benefits

The Manager, Development position offers an annual salary within the following compensation range:

Annual Salary: $72,000–$77,000.

Campus Compact also provides a competitive employee benefits package, which includes:

• National healthcare coverage.
• Generous paid time off.
• An employer retirement contribution.
• A flexible working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• An inclusive and supportive organisational culture.
• A focus on employee well-being.

The organisation also provides additional scheduled time off through its annual organisational breaks:

• Winter Break: December 24 to January 1.
• Summer Reset: The week of July 4.

Employment Details and Working Arrangements

This is a full-time, remote, exempt position.

The successful candidate can work remotely from anywhere in the United States. However, occasional travel will be required for staff gatherings and Campus Compact events, particularly the organisation’s annual in-person staff retreat.

The Manager, Development will report directly to the Senior Director, Development.

Campus Compact would like the successful candidate to begin work as soon as reasonably possible, with an ideal start date no later than January 4, 2027.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit their applications through Campus Compact’s official recruitment process.

Applicants should be prepared to:

1. Upload an updated résumé.
2. Complete the acknowledgement section.
3. Respond to the short-answer application questions concerning their experience and qualifications.

Campus Compact recognises that applicants may use tools, including artificial intelligence, to assist with drafting or editing application materials. However, responses should reflect the applicant’s own professional experience, judgement, and personal voice.

Candidates are encouraged to use the application questions to explain their approach to the work, relevant experience, and the contributions they would bring to the organisation.

Application deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Priority consideration will be given to applications submitted by November 13, 2026.

Applicants are encouraged to apply before the priority deadline because the organisation may continue reviewing applications and filling the position on a rolling basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Campus Compact welcomes applications from individuals of diverse ethnic, racial, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

The organisation is committed to building a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to qualified candidates.

It does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Important U.S. Employment Eligibility Information: All successful candidates must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Form I-9 employment verification process upon hiring.

Campus Compact participates in the federal E-Verify programme. Employment eligibility verification is conducted after an applicant accepts a job offer and completes Form I-9.

Official Application

For the complete job announcement, application questions, and submission instructions, visit Campus Compact’s official recruitment page.

Application priority deadline: November 13, 2026.

Location: Remote – United States only.

Salary: $72,000–$77,000 annually.

Disclaimer: This vacancy information is provided for informational purposes. Campus Compact is the recruiting organisation and is responsible for the recruitment process, employment decisions, and final confirmation of application requirements. Applicants should consult the official recruitment page before submitting an application.