Mercy Brown Bag - Fund Development Manager

Transforming Age•Oakland, CA

5d•$85,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Join a Team Making a Real Difference in the SF Bay Community! Do you have a passion for giving back and creating positive change? Do you love working with seniors and want to be part of something truly making a difference to our San Francisco East Bay community? If so, the Mercy Brown Bag Program is looking for YOU! Founded over 40 years ago by the senior residents of Mercy Retirement & Care Center in Oakland, we’ve been serving older adults across Alameda County ever since with fresh, healthy groceries. The need has grown as the senior population has boomed, and inflation escalated, so in 2025 we are now serving over 10,000 (very) low-income seniors - twice a month. Headquartered in Oakland, we’re a small but mighty team, powered by 500+ volunteers who are dedicated to improving lives. We are looking for a passionate, driven individual to join us in this mission and work in this critical arm of Brown Bag. If you want to make a real, lasting impact on the lives of some of the most vulnerable of our neighbors, we want you on our team! Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help us continue to serve those who need us most! Our Culture of Excellence is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and a commitment to the well-being of both our residents and our team members. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where innovation and compassion drive.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 5 years of nonprofit fundraising or development experience
Demonstrated success in one or more of the following areas: Grant writing and foundation relations, Major gifts or individual giving, Annual fundraising campaigns, Donor stewardship and engagement and/or Development communications or digital fundraising
Strategic and results-driven mindset.
Skilled in donor cultivation and stewardship.
Grant writing and management expertise.
Strong communication and digital media skills.
Organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects
Collaborative and team-oriented.
Ethical, accountable, and mission-focused.
Experience with event and volunteer coordination.
Creative and proactive problem-solver
Passion and dedication to the Transforming Age Core Values, which include Integrity, Grace, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, Accountability, and Fun, all of which are vital for achieving success within the Brown Bag environment.

Responsibilities

Develops and implement annual fundraising plans and revenue goals in collaboration with the MBBP Directors.
Manages fundraising campaigns including annual giving, direct appeals, major gifts, and planned giving.
Identifies and cultivates new funding opportunities with individuals, foundations, corporations, and community partners.
Leads on fundraising events and donor engagement activities.
Researches and identifies grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government sources.
Writes and submit grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting documentation.
Tracks grant deadlines and maintain a grants calendar.
Prepares timely grant reports and impact updates to funders.
Supports fundraising and program visibility through digital communications.
Manages social media content related to campaigns, donor recognition, events, and program impact.
Leads donor newsletters, impact reports, email campaigns, and fundraising communications.
Maintains the donor database and ensure accurate donor records and reporting.
Tracks fundraising progress and produce development reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
Oversees timely donor acknowledgments and correspondence.
Assists with development, budgeting, and financial tracking.
Leads the scheduling and support of MBBP Advisory Board meetings.
Assists with meeting coordination, agendas, and minutes.
Supports the Advisory Board members and volunteers—including individual and corporate partners—in fundraising and development activities.
Supports the mission, vision, and values of Transforming Age and our Culture of Excellence in all areas of responsibility.
Performs other duties as assigned.