Development & Programs Manager
Changing Lives Together (CLT) Foundation is seeking a mission-driven and highly versatile Development & Programs Manager to join our growing nonprofit. In this role, you will help shape our fundraising strategy and lead program delivery—building relationships with donors, coordinating impactful events, and creating opportunities that directly change lives. No two days will look the same: one day you may be securing a corporate partnership, the next bringing our flagship Gala to life or managing a community program. You’ll work closely with our Executive Director to establish a strong foundation for sustainable growth and meaningful community impact.
Key Responsibilities
Development (Fundraising & Engagement)
Collaborate with the Executive Director (ED) to develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan.
Cultivate, secure, and steward high-value relationships with individual, corporate, foundation, and organizational partners alongside the ED and Board.
Research, write, and manage grant proposals, ensuring alignment with mission and funding priorities.
Plan and deliver donor communications, impact reports, and campaigns to inspire and retain supporters.
Build and maintain systems for donor tracking, reporting, and relationship management to drive efficiency.
Represent CLT at events and/or in the media to elevate its profile and advance its mission.
Event & Programming Management
Partner with the ED to shape and refine program strategy and objectives.
Design and execute mission-aligned programs and events that engage the community.
Lead the planning, logistics, and execution for fundraising events and community give-back events.
Manage program timelines, budgets, and evaluation metrics to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteers to enhance program and events.
Co-lead the annual Gala; manage contracts, secure sponsorships, source auction items, and manage volunteers.
Qualifications
Proven experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or a related role.
Demonstrated success in securing gifts and partnerships from individual, corporate, and grant sources.
Track record of planning and executing successful fundraising initiatives, community programs, and events.
Exceptional relationship-building skills with donors, partners, volunteers, and community stakeholders.
Strong ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and budgets in a fast-paced environment.
Proven ability to be highly proactive and manage people/volunteers/vendors and efforts to meet timelines.
Proficiency in project management tools (MS Office suite, task/work tracking and/or CRM software) and communication platforms (ex. Canva, additional software).
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
Position Details
Location: Remote, with travel in the Charlotte, NC area as needed
Employment Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: $70,000–$80,000 annually, commensurate with experience
Reports To: Executive Director
Time Off: 12 paid holidays and 15 paid vacation days each year
Schedule: Standard hours are approximately 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with occasional evening or weekend meetings (about once per week) and select required events.
Benefits: While this position does not currently offer medical insurance, a health stipend, or a 401K plan, it provides generous paid time off and flexible work schedule/location.
To Apply
Email resume to Mike@CLTFoundation.org with “Development & Programs Manager” in the subject line. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We look forward to learning more about you and the impact you can have on our mission.