Development & Communications Manager

**Job Opening: Development \& Communications Manager** The Savanna Institute invites applications for a **Development \& Communications Manager**. This position serves as the operational backbone of the Advancement Team, ensuring the efficient execution of fundraising, communications, and donor engagement activities. The role manages the systems, projects, and administrative functions that enable the organization to build strong philanthropic relationships and effectively communicate its impact. Reporting to the Senior Director of Advancement, the Development \& Communications Manager coordinates fundraising operations, donor and partner data management, communications production, project management, vendor relationships, and cross\-functional workflows. The position works closely with Development, Communications, Finance, and Programs to ensure Advancement projects are delivered with consistency, accuracy, and exceptional attention to detail. We seek applicants who share our passion for ecological and equitable agriculture as a climate solution and who are motivated to widen the circle of people who have the opportunity to inform, support, and benefit from its development. To that end, we are seeking a diversity of voices at the table and strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQIA\+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign\-born residents, and veterans to apply. **Who We Are** The Savanna Institute is a 501(c)(3\) non\-profit organization based in Madison, WI and Urbana, IL. Established in 2013, we work in collaboration with farmers, businesses, and scientists to lay the groundwork for widespread agroforestry in the Midwest US. Inspired by the native savanna ecosystems that once covered much of this region, we envision a transformed agricultural system, centered on trees and other perennial crops, that fosters ecological resilience, climate stability, economic prosperity, and vibrant, equitable communities. For more information, please visit savannainstitute.org. **Job Description** **Hours:** Full\-time **Location:** Remote in the US **Start Date:** November 16, 2026 **Salary:** $62,000\-$68,000 per year, based on experience * This position is eligible for the Institute’s benefits package. Benefits for full\-time employees include 160 hours (20 days) of paid time off annually plus 11 civic holidays, 480 hours (12 weeks) of parental/disability leave annually, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, a monthly home office stipend, and a cafeteria\-style benefits plan that includes as options: a monthly stipend that can be used for either reimbursement of healthcare costs (including ACA marketplace premiums) via an HRA plan, a dependent care pre\-tax account, a flex spending account, and/or a health savings account. * This position reports to the Senior Director of Advancement **Duties and Responsibilities** **Advancement Operations (30%)** * Process charitable gifts and ensure t