Senior Program Developer

Application Deadline: 12/30/2025

Salary: $81104.00 $91104.00 per year

This is a full time position.

Duties

The Senior Program Developer Wilder Research works closely with the Program Development Team Advancement Office and Wilder Research leadership/project leads to provide strategic leadership to the Wilder Research division. Specifically this position will develop and implement a full-scale development effort to support select Wilder Research projects and initiatives including the Minnesota Compass project and the Minnesota Homeless study.

This role is fundamental to achieving our mission to champion stability and wellness through direct services advocacy and research by sustaining and increasing research revenue for key particular the Senior Program Developer manages sustains and grows a funding portfolio of no less than $on an annual basis to support an identified portfolio of Wilder Research projects. This is achieved through identifying building and sustaining relationships with government agencies foundations and corporations to bring in revenue through grants and other means.

The Senior Program Director reports to the Director of Program Development and is part of the Advancement Team which also includes individual giving communications and volunteer engagement.

To apply for this position you must submit a cover letter resume and professional writing sample (successful grant proposal preferred).

Job Qualifications

Must reside in the Twin Cities metropolitan region and be permanently authorized to work in the United States. A bachelors degree is required with a Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Nonprofit Administration (MNA) preferred. Candidates should have: 1) a minimum of five years of experience in nonprofit fundraising with a proven track record of revenue growth as well as knowledge of philanthropic government and corporate funding systems; 2) minimum of five years of experience working with a revenue portfolio of at least $annually; 3) minimum three years of experience in social science research methodologies; 4) minimum of five years of experience identifying building and engaging strategic partnerships with nonprofit and/or for-profit entities to support programs; and 5) minimum of five years of experience with project management preferably with research grants with demonstratable skills in planning and monitoring work plans budgets timelines and contracts. Ideal candidate will also be proficient in MS Word Excel Power Point and related office software have demonstrated success in working independently and as part of a team; and be able to interact effectively and develop relationships with diverse colleagues and stakeholders.

About Wilder

When you work at Wilder you will join a diverse community of passionate individuals who are committed to the Wilder mission and dedicated to serving whole families.

Our workplace diversity strengthens our mission and contributes to our vision of individuals and families thriving in St. Paul and beyond. We offer a dynamic Total Rewards package which includes competitive compensation and benefits health dental employer-matched 401(k) PTO paid family medical and caregiver leave life insurance disability insurance flexible spending accounts and employee wellness programs.

In addition you will have access to professional development opportunities including development funding tuition discounts career development and training opportunities. You will also have access to Wilders inclusion diversity and equity (WIDE) council employee resource groups and other DEI development opportunities available to all employees. Eligible federal loans may also qualify for deferment through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

The Amherst H. Wilder Foundation is a nonprofit community organization that creates lasting positive change rooted in people through direct services research and community building. We combine knowledge compassion and action to improve lives today and for generations to come. Application Information

Our application system works best using Chrome and attaching documents in PDF or Word format. Postings close at midnight Eastern Standard Time.

There are four sections to the application process please follow these instructions carefully:

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Job offers will be contingent on the successful applicants proof of authorization to work in the United States and the results of a background check related to the job requirements.

Wilder is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Amherst H Wilder foundation to provide an equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons.