Development Manager

Development Manager

The Development Manager plays a key leadership role in advancing reStart Inc.'s fundraising strategy by overseeing mid-level and general donor engagement, managing volunteer coordination, and leading the grants management process. This position ensures that development operations are efficient, strategic, and aligned with organizational goals. The Development Manager supervises a small team, supports cross-departmental collaboration, and works closely with the Chief Development Officer (CDO) to strengthen donor cultivation, expand stewardship systems, and streamline revenue-generating processes. This role requires a highly organized, process-driven professional with strong communication and leadership skills, and a commitment to reStart's mission to end homelessness with dignity and compassion.

Key Responsibilities

Grants Management & Strategy

• Oversee the complete grants lifecyclefrom prospect research and prioritization through submission, award management, and post-award reporting.
• Supervise the Grants Writer, providing clear expectations, guidance, and ongoing performance support.
• Develop and maintain grants standard operating procedures, templates, and internal workflows.
• Partner with the CDO to identify, vet, and prioritize high-value institutional funders.
• Manage and optimize Instrumental for grant prospecting, tracking, and reporting.
• Coordinate with Finance and Program teams to ensure accurate budgets, outcomes, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure timely submission of proposals, renewals, reports, and grant-related stewardship materials.
• Track and communicate grant outcomes to internal stakeholders, contributing to data-driven decision-making.

Donor & Volunteer Engagement

Team Leadership & Process Improvement

Qualifications & Experience

Core Competencies

reStart Inc. Core Values & Attributes

All team members at reStart Inc. are expected to model :