Director of Development and Public Relations – Job Description
Educational Requirements: Bachelors degree in related field
Experience Required: Two – five (2-5) years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, public relations, and communications
Basic Function: Responsible for all fundraising, marketing/public relations, and communications for this nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization including creating and implementing a strategic approach to fundraising and marketing/public relations which includes major gifts, corporate donations, special events, in-kind resources, publications, social media, and volunteer groups. Reports to CEO.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Skilled in a variety of writing formats
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, and desktop publishing
- Knowledgeable of social media formats and applications
- Experienced in delivering professional public speaking presentations to diverse groups
- Capable of managing multiple projects and personal schedule simultaneously
- Able to work with a variety of people in a diplomatic manner
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, implement, and analyze fund development activities
- Collaborate with the CEO and appropriate board committees to structure and manage a fund development plan to support the strategic direction of the organization
- Develop policies and procedures which reflect best fundraising practices
- Develop and manage timelines for various fundraising activities
- Assist CEO with grant applications
- Oversee the planning and execution of special fundraising events
- Identify and develop corporate, community, and individual prospects for the organization’s fundraising priorities
- Oversee the administration of a donor mailing list and database
- Oversee donor stewardship, pledge reminders, in-kind donations, and other processes
- Work with CEO, Board of Directors, and Volunteer Coordinator to engage volunteers
- Monitor, evaluate, and report all fundraising activities to ensure that the fundraising goals are met
- Develop a comprehensive communication plan including media relations
- Promote and maximize public awareness of the activities of the organization
- Assist CEO in tours of the facility, agency presentations, speaking engagements to our target audience, and training of board and staff
- Coordinate the design, printing, and distribution of marketing and communication materials
- Assist CEO in building relationships with community stakeholders to advance the mission and fundraising goals of the organization
- Prepare, implement, and report activities of a comprehensive social media plan
- Manage the agency website as well as Constant Contact, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.
- Align activities with organizational mission
- Develop and maintain brand standards
- Other duties are required
Must have valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and pass background check and pre-employment drug screening.
This position works in a typical office setting as well as a variety of offsite locations. Evening and weekend hours are required from time to time. There may be extended periods of sitting, standing, and/or bending; listening, talking, and/or visual concentration; writing and/or computer use.
Hours and Salary: 37.5 hours per week: $40K-$45K annualized depending on experience
To Apply for this Job: Send resume with cover letter and three references to: ppulliam@upwardtransitions.org by August 2, 2019. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. No telephone calls will be accepted.