Outbound Development Representative

<p><strong>Want to help us help others? We’re hiring!&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>GoFundMe is the world’s most powerful community for good, dedicated to helping people help each other. By uniting individuals and nonprofits in one place, GoFundMe makes it easy and safe for people to ask for help and support causes—for themselves and each other. Together, our community has raised more than $40 billion since 2010.</p> <p>Join us! The <a href="https://www.classy.org/">GoFundMe Pro</a> team is searching for our next Outbound Development Representative!</p> <p>Are you a dynamic, high-performing, and hyper-organized professional ready to advance your sales career? GoFundMe Pro’s sales team is hiring a Outbound Development Representative (BDRs/EDRs) to connect nonprofits with innovative fundraising technology that helps amplify their mission and raise more funds online. The ideal candidate has previous sales development experience, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and knows what it takes to be a top performer.</p> <p>As an Outbound Development Representative, you will play a critical role as the first point of contact for prospective GoFundMe Pro customers. You’ll embrace emerging technology to execute high-volume, strategic, and personalized outreach that resonates with nonprofit decision-makers. Your responsibilities include uncovering fundraising challenges, building tailored engagement plans, and fostering meaningful relationships across departments. You'll facilitate qualifying calls, conduct discovery sessions with key stakeholders, and showcase the value of GoFundMe Pro’s tools, all while managing a high-quality sales pipeline to ensure a seamless handoff of qualified prospects to our Account Executive team.</p> <p>This role provides a unique opportunity to support multiple Account Executives in either the Commercial or Enterprise sector, giving you valuable insight into advanced sales strategies and mentorship to grow your business acumen. At GoFundMe Pro, you’ll thrive in an environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth drive meaningful impact for nonprofits around the world.</p> <p><strong>The Job</strong></p> <ul> <li>Leverage multiple channels (e.g., LinkedIn Sales Navigator, calls, voicemails, and emails) to execute a high volume of outreach with strategy, creativity, and thoughtful persistence to reach key decision-makers.</li> <li>Facilitate qualifying calls and discovery sessions with high-level decision-makers, asking insightful questions to build relationships and showcase the value of GoFundMe Pro’s suite of tools.</li> <li>Execute creative engagement strategies provided by marketing, such as event outreach, mailers, and conference follow-ups, to drive account engagement.</li> <li>Methodically qualify, build, and manage a sales pipeline in Salesforce, with a focus on driving quality conversations that lead to strong deals.</li> <li>Accurately document and track all activities in Salesforce.</li> <li>Embrace emerging AI tools to enhance personalized outreach at scale and innovate as technology evolves.</li> <li>Balance a busy calendar of inbound and outbound priorities while staying focused on key initiatives that drive pipeline.</li> <li>Support multiple Account Executives by managing relationships, coordinating schedules, and contributing to diverse initiatives.</li> <li>Consistently exceed monthly quotas through hard work, proactive growth, and the implementation of feedback.</li> <li>Stay highly organized, adaptable, optimistic, and coachable while thriving in a fast-paced, evolving environment.</li> <li>Become an expert in online fundraising by understanding client needs, overcoming objections, and asking thoughtful questions.</li> </ul> <p><strong>You&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>1+ years of inside tech sales or relevant experience (including nonprofit fundraising), preferably selling over the phone or web.</li> <li>Proven outbound prospecting experience.</li> <li>Excellent listening, verbal, and written skills, with the ability to craft thoughtful, engaging, and relevant communication for prospects.</li> <li>No fear of the phones! Confident speaking to prospects and handling objections.</li> <li>Skilled at navigating organizations to identify and connect with decision-makers.</li> <li>Growth mindset with a commitment to improving skills and adapting to change.</li> <li>High level of emotional intelligence to build and manage relationships effectively.</li> <li>Positive attitude, team player, and driven to win.</li> <li>Technically savvy, with the ability to learn and manage new tools competently.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree (preferred but not required).</li> <li>Training or experience in consultative/value-based selling.</li> <li>Proficiency with CRM tools, preferably Salesforce.</li> <li>Experience with tools like Salesloft, 6Sense, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, or similar platforms.</li> <li>A proactive learner who seeks out opportunities for growth and takes feedback into action.</li> <li>A natural problem-solver who thrives on improving systems and processes.</li> <li>Excited by brainstorming and contributing new, creative outreach ideas.</li> <li>Committed to integrity, hard work, and maintaining high ethical standards.</li> <li>Assertive, persistent, and persuasive with strong listening skills—ready to show your grit.</li> <li>Motivated by surpassing goals and achieving excellence.</li> <li>Adaptable and resourceful, thriving in dynamic environments and handling challenges with confidence.</li> <li>Highly organized and detail-oriented, ensuring nothing “slips through the cracks.”</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why you’ll love it here</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Make an Impact</strong>: Be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive difference in millions of lives every year.</li> <li><strong>Innovative Environment</strong>: Work with a diverse, passionate, and talented team in a fast-paced, forward-thinking atmosphere.</li> <li><strong>Collaborative Team</strong>: Join a fun and collaborative team that works hard and celebrates success together.</li> <li><strong>Competitive Benefits</strong>: Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive healthcare benefits.</li> <li><strong>Holistic Support</strong>: Enjoy financial assistance for things like hybrid work, family planning, along with generous parental leave, flexible time-off policies, and mental health and wellness resources to support your overall well-being.</li> <li><strong>Growth Opportunities</strong>: Participate in learning, development, and recognition programs to help you thrive and grow.</li> <li><strong>Commitment to DEI</strong>: Contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion through ongoing initiatives and employee resource groups.</li> <li><strong>Community Engagement</strong>: Make a difference through our volunteering program.</li> </ul> <p><strong>We live by our core values:</strong> <em>impatient to be great</em>, <em>find a way</em>, <em>earn trust every day</em>, <em>fueled by purpose</em>. Be a part of something bigger with us!</p> <p>GoFundMe is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that actively pursues candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences.&nbsp; We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, nationality or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, age, medical condition, mental or physical disability, or military or veteran status.</p> <p>The annual U.S. salary range for this full-time position is $69,500 - $104,500<em>&nbsp;</em>which may include potential sales incentive payments. Your recruiter can share more about the specific OTE structure for this position during the hiring process. The company also offers equity and other benefits to employees, including healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance and 401(k) saving program. In addition to this wage, there are geolocation differentials that will increase pay depending on the work location. Additionally pay may vary depending on other factors including skills, experience, education, or training. Your recruiter can share more about the <strong>specific total compensation package </strong>based on your location during the hiring process.</p> <p>If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact us at <a href="mailto:accommodationrequests@gofundme.com">accommodationrequests@gofundme.com</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants:</strong></p> <p>Depending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or certain US privacy laws may regulate the way we manage the data of job applicants. Our full notice outlining how data will be processed as part of the application procedure for applicable locations is available <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/c/personal-privacy-notice-for-classy-and-gofundme">here</a>. By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Learn more about GoFundMe:</strong></p> <p>We’re proud to partner with <a href="https://www.gofundme.org/">GoFundMe.org</a>, an independent public charity, to extend the reach and impact of our generous community, while helping drive critical social change. You can learn more about GoFundMe.org’s activities and impact in their <a href="https://www.gofundme.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/GoFundMe.org-FY25-Annual-Report.pdf">FY ‘25 annual report</a>.</p> <p>Our<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/c/gofundme-2025-year-in-help"> annual “Year in Help” report </a>reflects our community’s impact in advancing our mission of helping people help each other.</p> <p>For recent company news and announcements, visit our <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/c/newsroom">Newsroom</a>.</p> <p><strong>Notice to Applicants for Jobs Located in NYC or Remote Jobs Associated With Office in NYC Only</strong></p> <p>We use Metaview as part of our hiring process for jobs in NYC and certain features may qualify it as an automated employment decision tool (AEDT), as defined by New York City Local Law 144. As part of the hiring process, we provide Metaview with job requirements and candidate submitted resumes and application materials to assist in evaluating job-related qualifications. While this tool is used to improve efficiency and support our recruiting personnel, all final hiring decisions are made by GoFundMe employees.</p> <p>We began using Metaview on March 10, 2026. The Metaview tool has been reviewed by an independent auditor. Results of the audit may be viewed <a href="https://trust.warden-ai.com/metaview/application-review/nyc">here</a>. The tool evaluates your professional experience, technical skills, education, and other qualifications using information collected directly from your submitted resume and application materials; all such data is retained in accordance with <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/c/personnel-privacy-notice-for-gofundme">GoFundMe’s Personnel Privacy Notice</a> and applicable legal requirements. If you would like to request an alternative selection process or a reasonable accommodation, please contact <a href="mailto:accommodationrequests@gofundme.com">accommodationrequests@gofundme.com</a>.</p>

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