Description Nature of Work: Embraces and Embodies the Tucson Indian Center’s (TIC) Identity Document’s Mission, Purpose & Vision Statements, Core Values, Guiding Principles and Strategic Goals. The Fund Development Manager serves as TIC’s lead fundraiser, responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive development strategy that expands and diversifies the organization’s funding base. This includes securing institutional grants, cultivating major donors, and building strategic partnerships. This role is well suited for a development professional with strong leadership and organizational skills and demonstrated success in fundraising. The Fund Development Manager works in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and balances strategic planning with hands-on donor engagement and grant development activities. As TIC enters a pivotal phase of growth, the organization is seeking to reduce its reliance on federal grants and increase philanthropic and private sector support. The Fund Development Manager will play a key role in supporting this shift by strengthening fundraising systems, expanding donor relationships, and contributing to the long-term sustainability of TIC in service to the Urban Native American community. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Strategy & Leadership • Design and lead a diversified fundraising strategy aligned with TIC’s organizational structure, in consultation with the Executive Director. • Collaborate with the Executive Director to identify and cultivate key funding relationships. • Support Executive Director in partnership meetings, strategic planning and fundraising initiatives. • Oversee and optimize all fundraising and sponsorship grant processes and procedures, including implementing SOPs, guides, and processes to improve internal operations. • Works with the Finance Director to ensure compliance with grant and contract rules and regulations and reporting requirements. Grant Writing & Institutional Fundraising • Write and submit compelling grant proposals and reports for foundation, corporate, and government funders. • Manage relationships with funders and oversee compliance and stewardship. Major Donor Cultivation • Identify, cultivate, and solicit high-net-worth individuals and philanthropic partners. • Build and manage a personal portfolio of top prospective donors. Communications & Representation • Develop tailored pitch decks, one-pagers, collateral, and cases for support. • Represent TIC, or support TIC representation, at high-level meetings and philanthropic convenings. • Guide follow up communications with prospective funders. Internal Coordination • Partner with Finance and Programs to ensure alignment between fundraising goals and operational capacity. • Maintain accurate records and pipeline forecasts using CRM tools. Other duties • Perform other job-related duties as assigned to support the success of TIC. Requirements Required Knowledge, Skill and Ability: • Demonstrated ability to fundraise independently and secure new institutional and individual support. • Exceptional written communication and proposal writing skills. • Strong organizational, analytical, critical-thinking, and prioritization abilities. • Excellent proactive communication and relationship-building skills. • Proficiency with technology platforms such as ASANA and SharePoint. • Strong presentation skills and ability to engage diverse audiences. • Commitment to TIC’s mission and familiarity with Native American communities, issues, and public health (preferred). • Performance-driven mindset with a history of achieving fundraising goals. • Experience with budgeting and basic knowledge of auditing policies. • Professional and culturally sensitive demeanor. • Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and tribal regulations. • Commitment to equity, cultural humility, and serving Urban Native American communities. Required Experience and Training: • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field such as Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Communications, Public Health, Social Work, Education; OR • 2. Associate’s Degree in a relevant field (as listed above) and a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience with demonstrated fundraising success. OR • 3. A minimum of six (6) to ten (10) years of professional fundraising experience, including a proven track record of securing six- and seven-figure gifts or grants. Preferred Experience and Training: • Master’s Degree in a related field • CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) designation for candidates with extensive fundraising experience Additional Requirements: • Must possess valid Arizona Driver’s License. • Must pass Driver Insurance Carrier’s requirements. • Must obtain and maintain HIPAA certification within 2 weeks of hire. • Must obtain certifications in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and First Aid within 3 months of hire. • Must pass and obtain Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance (Class I & II). • Must pass and submit to periodic/random drug testing. Working Conditions: • Exposure to unpredictable environmental conditions ranging from working in a climate-controlled office setting to working outside, in extreme temperatures, or in spaces with poor ventilation. • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and drive in the Tucson Urban area. • Ability to travel to various locations, including out of state. • The employee is occasionally required to sit in front of a computer for 6-8 hours a day; balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Supervisory Status: • Non-Supervisory • Reports to Executive Director