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Manager, Development
Who we are
Campus Compact is a national coalition of colleges and universities committed to the public purposes of higher education. As the largest national higher education association dedicated solely to higher education civic and community engagement, Campus Compact enables higher education institutions to develop students’ citizenship skills and forge effective community partnerships. Our resources support senior administrators, faculty, staff, and students as they pursue community-based teaching, scholarship, and action in the service of positive change.
Today, we stand at a defining moment: we are ready to scale our impact when the stakes for our work have never been higher. We know that higher education has a critical role to play in fostering democratic principles and culture by addressing polarization, strengthening civic participation, and ensuring students are prepared to navigate and shape our democracy. Thanks to the investment of philanthropic partners, Campus Compact is preparing for a period of significant growth and expansion, particularly in the areas of innovation, scaling, and coalition building.
About the role
The Manager, Development supports Campus Compact’s fundraising and development efforts through a combination of grant writing, prospect research, data management, reporting, and development operations. This role works across the organization to ensure accurate and effective management of donor and prospect information, identify and pursue funding opportunities, develop high-quality grant materials, and provide research and reporting that supports fundraising strategy.
The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, analytical, organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines. They bring strong written communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues across functions.
Data Management & Analytical Rigor
Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to manage data accurately and consistently. Comfortable working with CRM and development systems, producing reports, analyzing information, and identifying opportunities to improve data quality and operational effectiveness.
Grant Writing & Research
Strong written communication and research skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, compelling, and audience-appropriate materials. Demonstrated grant writing experience and a track record of funded proposals are preferred.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Ability to coordinate work across multiple teams and functions, gather information from diverse stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and contribute to a cohesive development and donor experience.
Autonomous Execution & Judgment
Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, prioritize effectively, manage multiple deadlines, and exercise sound judgment with appropriate attention to detail and follow-through.
Organization & Operational Excellence
Highly organized and comfortable managing detailed processes, documentation, deadlines, databases, and multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrated interest in improving workflows and creating efficient, consistent systems.
Professional Communication & Discretion
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work professionally with colleagues, partners, vendors, donors, and other stakeholders. Demonstrates discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential or sensitive information.
The Manager, Development brings rigor, organization, and follow-through to Campus Compact’s development operations. Success in this role means that grant opportunities are identified and pursued thoughtfully, proposals and reports are accurate and compelling, prospect research is actionable and timely, and donor and development data is reliable and useful. The Manager helps create efficient, well-documented systems that enable the broader development function to operate effectively and advance Campus Compact’s fundraising goals.
Writing Sample: Candidates advancing to the panel interview will be asked to submit a writing sample that demonstrates their grant-writing skills. The sample should be a grant narrative or proposal section they have written or substantially contributed to. Candidates may redact confidential or identifying information. We will use the sample to assess clarity, organization, ability to synthesize information, audience awareness, and effectiveness in communicating a compelling case for support.
As an employee of Campus Compact you strive to represent & live Campus Compact’s Shared Values & Commitments in both how you show up for and work with your colleagues as well as Compact’s partners and communities:
Physical requirements:
Additional Information:
We would like this position to start as soon as is reasonably possible, but ideally no later than January 04, 2027.
To Apply: You will be expected to upload a Resume and answer the Acknowledgement and Application Questions
We recognize that applicants may use tools, including AI, to support drafting or editing their materials. We ask that your responses reflect your own experience, judgment, and voice. We are most interested in understanding how you think, how you approach the work, and what you would bring to this role, so please use the application questions as an opportunity to share your perspective authentically.
**Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, with priority given to applicants who apply by November 13th, 2026.
Campus Compact strives to attract and retain a diverse and talented staff who will contribute to the organization’s goals, mission, and vision. We encourage individuals of all ethnic, racial, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply. Campus Compact is committed to increasing our team’s diversity, consistent with the values of our network. Campus Compact is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals. It does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), or any other basis prohibited by law.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Campus Compact participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Campus Compact will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
