Director of Development & Communication

Description

The Director of Development & Communications is responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive development program with a strong focus on major gifts cultivation, corporate partnerships, planned giving, and grants. They are also responsible for all communication strategies and activities to enhance the organization’s brand and reputation.

Job Duties

Fundraising:
*Execute development activities including major gift solicitation, direct mail, planned giving, and events.
*Manage donor appreciation and recognition.
*Works with the CEO to develop a Fundraising Plan and set annual goals
*Develop and strengthen donor relationships through identification, cultivation and stewardship.
*Provide staff support and leadership to the board fundraising committee.
*Proficiency with donor software. (Network for Good)
*Prepare reports as needed.
*Research new funding opportunities.
*Write and submit grants and reports in collaboration with the CEO, Director of Administration and Director of Programs.
*Event planning and execution.

Communications:
*Create and implement annual Communication Plan.
*Manage social media to increase awareness about the organization and engage followers
*Compose written communications to enhance donor cultivation, stewardship and soliciting prospects
*Create the Annual Report.
*Maintains the Foothills website.
*Design marketing and promotional materials.
*Collaborate with vendors as needed.

Additional Duties:
*Participate in community education and presentations.
*Recruit volunteers to support fundraising efforts.
*Update the organization’s website as needed.
*Other duties as assigned by the CEO.

Skills Required

Three years of fundraising experience with a proven track record.
Two-years of experience in communications.
Skilled in managing donor software (Network for Good).
Experienced in website design, and maintenance.
elf-motivated and able to work independently.
Knowledge of team dynamics.
Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals.
Ability to work in a stressful job environment with difficult subject matter.
Ability to develop logical and creative solutions and be responsible for making sound decisions.
Ability to be flexible and adjust to a quickly changing schedule and handle distractions and interruptions.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Pro, Canva.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday
Occasional weekends, evenings

Additional Info

Benefits:
*Paid time off
*Health insurance
*Dental insurance
*Vision insurance
*403(b) matching
*Parental leave
*Professional development assistance