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Senior Manager of Development and Marketing

Hands On Atlanta is hiring!

About

We are looking for a leader who shares our passion for service and civic pride to serve as our Senior Manager of Development & Marketing. In this key role, you’ll help drive Hands On Atlanta’s fundraising success and brand visibility – connecting more people, dollars, and attention to our mission of service.

Some things you should know

  • We have a 35-year history of serving the Atlanta community

  • We’re a mission-first team that blends hustle, heart, and a little bit of humor

  • We like to work hard and aren’t afraid to roll up our sleeves

  • We enjoy a highly-collaborative, hybrid (in-office, in-community and WFH) work environment

  • We like to experiment, learn fast, and get things done

Job Description

About the position

As Senior Manager of Development and Marketing, you’ll report to the Director of Development and play a critical role in driving our fundraising efforts. You’ll manage a talented team of three development and marketing staff, plus a part-time grant writer.

You’ll help lead key areas of fundraising, including individual giving, donor communications, appeals, and donor events. On the marketing side, you’ll help guide messaging and campaigns to strengthen Hands On Atlanta’s position as a top nonprofit for both donations and engagement in our Atlanta community.

If you’re someone who can craft a compelling vision and roll up your sleeves to make it real, this job’s for you. It’s equal parts storytelling and spreadsheets.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Fundraising & Revenue Generation

  • Lead execution of corporate sponsorship and fee-for-service agreements

  • Manage donor campaigns, stewardship efforts, and fundraising events that drive individual giving

  • Write and submit grant proposals and reports for foundation and corporate funders

  • Build and maintain relationships with partners to grow unrestricted and program revenue

Marketing & Communications

  • Own content planning and execution for email, web, social, and print campaigns

  • Shape messaging and storytelling that supports fundraising, volunteer recruitment, and brand visibility

  • Supervise the Marketing Coordinator to execute high-impact campaigns and activations

Team Leadership & Collaboration

  • Supervise and coach 3 staff and contractors across development and marketing functions

  • Take initiative to identify gaps, solve problems, and keep projects moving without waiting for direction

  • Represent the Development team with internal and external stakeholders, including the Board and key funders

Operations and Reporting

  • Manage CRM and email platform usage (Salesforce and Mailchimp) to track donor activity and campaign performance

  • Develop and monitor key metrics tied to revenue, retention, and engagement

  • Produce reports and dashboards that inform strategy and ensure accountability

Preferred Experience

You might describe yourself like this

(and your colleagues, donors, and creative partners probably would too)

  • I’m a persuasive storyteller who knows how to move people to act

  • I can build a campaign from scratch — and then break down the steps

  • I love turning strategy into action, and action into outcomes

  • I’m equal parts relationship-builder, data nerd, and creative collaborator

  • I care deeply about equity, community, and purpose-driven work

You have

  • 5-7+ years of experience in fundraising, marketing, or related fields

  • Demonstrated success in donor cultivation, campaigns, and/or brand management

  • Strong writing skills and creative instincts, with a portfolio of content or campaigns

  • Experience managing people and projects in fast-paced environments

  • Comfort with digital platforms, CRMs, analytics, and AI tools

  • Knowledge of Atlanta’s nonprofit and corporate landscape

  • A strategic mindset with a scrappy, roll-up-your-sleeves approach

Recruitment Process

The fine print

  • Full-Time, exempt position

  • Reports to the Director of Development

  • Based in Atlanta, hybrid schedule with in-office, remote, and in-community expectations

  • Must be able to work occasional nights/weekends for events and deadlines

  • Office Location: The Gathering Spot

  • Bachelor's Degree required

  • Valid GA driver’s license required

    OK, let’s talk

    Apply by July 2nd. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

     Equal Opportunity Employer

    Hands On Atlanta provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Additional Information

  • Contract Type: Other
  • Location: Atlanta
  • Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
  • Experience: > 5 years
  • Possible partial remote
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