Institutional Giving Manager - Mass Mentoring

This position is on behalf of Mass Mentoring: Affiliate of MENTOR

● Write compelling letters of inquiry, grant proposals, sponsorship proposals, reports, and supporting materials.

● Ethically and responsibly use AI-enabled tools to enhance research, content development, and
administrative efficiency while maintaining quality, accuracy, and originality of all work products.

● Partner with program staff to gather outcomes, budgets, stories, and evaluation data.

● Ensure all submissions accurately reflect organizational priorities and measurable impact.

● Manage grant reporting schedules and ensure timely submission of all required reports.

● Develop stewardship plans that deepen relationships with institutional supporters.

● Coordinate site visits, meetings, presentations, and funder communications.

● Cultivate corporate partnerships and sponsorship opportunities by building relationships with business leaders, attending relevant networking events, and identifying opportunities to align corporate priorities with MMP's mission.

● Develop customized partnership proposals that align business objectives with MMP's mission.

● Work collaboratively with the Director of Development to grow long-term corporate relationships.

● Maintain a comprehensive grants calendar and institutional fundraising pipeline.

● Track proposal activity, deadlines, awards, and reporting requirements.

● Analyze fundraising performance and identify opportunities for portfolio growth.

● Monitor trends in philanthropy, education, workforce development, mentoring, and youth development.

● Collaborate with the Development Communications Specialist to develop compelling case statements, impact reports, and donor communications.

● Partner with the Manager of Development Operations to maintain accurate donor and gift records in the CRM and ensure timely, accurate gift acknowledgments and thank-you letters.

● Coordinate with program staff to translate organizational impact into persuasive funding opportunities.

● Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising and engagement events, including Cheers to Mentoring, Mentoring Night at Fenway, the Business Community Breakfast, and other special events; partner with the Director of Development to create and market sponsorship opportunities.

● Assist with organizational fundraising initiatives as needed

● Bachelors Degree in relevant field with 4 years of experience or a Master’s Degree in relevant field with 2 years experience preferred. Can be supplemented with: Minimum of 8 - 10 years of experience in Nonprofit development.

● Demonstrated success securing five and six-figure foundation, corporate, and/or government grants.

● Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.

● Strong project management with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.

● Experience developing proposal budgets and grant reports.

● Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

● Experience using donor databases or CRM systems (Salesforce).

● Knowledge of and passion for advancing equity in youth development, education, mentoring, and workforce development sectors.

● Experience with statewide or intermediary nonprofit organizations.

● Familiarity with Massachusetts philanthropic and corporate giving landscape.

● Familiarity with AI-powered productivity tools (e.g., Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Grammarly AI) and the ability to use them ethically and effectively to support fundraising.

Benefits:

● Salary $70,000 - $75,000/year - paid biweekly (commensurate with experience)

● Health & Dental insurance with employer premium contribution of 70% of monthly premium

● Paid time off including 13 paid holidays (plus 4 floating holiday)

● 401k with employer match (up to 4%)

● Life and STD/LTD insurance premiums 100% employer funded

● Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit

● Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan

● Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

● Professional Development funds available

● Hybrid work environment (2 set days a week in-person per week) at MMP’s new centrally located office in the heart of downtown crossing, half a block from red, orange, and green lines

Next Steps: Please email a resume and cover letter (or link to video cover letter) that outlines how your skills and experiences meet the qualifications of the position, stating how you heard about this opportunity to Jill Precopio, Director of Development at humanresources@massmentors.org with the subject line: Institutional Giving Manager. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis (applications without a cover letter will not be considered). Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to each applicant individually. Mass Mentoring Partnership provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Mass Mentoring Partnership is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, MMP will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact humanresources@massmentors.org.

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