Development Manager

Background

Community Capital NY is a 38-year-old CDFI serving New York State. CCNY offers Technical support as well several loan verticals. They include small business loans, start-up loans, SBA loans, contractor loans and pre-development loans.

Summary

We are seeking a mission-driven, strategic Capital Raiser to lead capitalization efforts for our lending programs. You will cultivate relationships with institutional investors, banks, and philanthropic organizations to source debt, equity, and grant funding. Your work will directly expand our capacity to finance affordable housing, small businesses, and community facilities.

Responsibilities

 

• Capital Sourcing: Identify, cultivate, and solicit potential investors, including CDFI Fund programs, major foundations, and private financial institutions.
• Deal Structuring: Collaborate with leadership to structure investments, grants, and financing agreements that meet investor requirements and organizational goals.
• Investor Relations: Manage and expand a robust pipeline of current and prospective funders; maintain strong relationships through regular reporting and impact metrics.
• Proposal Development: Write compelling grant proposals, pitch decks, and capitalization strategies that highlight the organization’s social and economic impact.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising, capital raising in impact-focused organization or community development finance.
• Network: Established network of contacts across philanthropic, government, and institutional funding sectors (e.g., CRA-motivated banks).
• Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of financial modeling, credit analysis, and debt or equity structuring.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into compelling impact stories.
• The person will report to the SVP of Development.

Compensation and Benefits

• The annual salary for this position is $80,000, based on experience.
• Vacation and PTO
• Medical benefits
• 401k match

 

How to Apply

How to Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to:  [email protected]