Strategic Development Manager

• Build and execute NYPACE's fundraising strategy in partnership with the Executive Director, managing corporate sponsorships, institutional giving, and individual donor stewardship.
• Coordinate fundraising campaigns, maintain donor database, track metrics, and prepare reports for the Board.
• Support major donor cultivation and develop mid- to long-term fundraising strategy.

This role directly supports underrepresented entrepreneurs in New York City by securing funding that enables NYPACE to provide business advisors and resources, fostering inclusive economic growth and wealth creation in underserved communities.

• At least 8 years of nonprofit development or fundraising experience.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate, steward, and convert corporate and individual prospects into donors.
• Experience with corporate sponsorships, event fundraising, and individual donor campaigns.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, organizational, and project management skills; familiarity with donor CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).

Salary range: $90,000 – $95,000 (opportunity for increase). Performance bonus up to 10% based on fundraising goals. Benefits include paid vacation, flexible time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) retirement. Opportunity for growth as the development team expands.

New York Professional Advisors for Community Entrepreneurs (NYPACE) is a nonprofit that supports underrepresented entrepreneurs by connecting them with experienced business advisors and program resources, fostering inclusive economic growth and advancing equity in entrepreneurship.