Director of Development and Communications

Responsibilities

• Create and execute the annual fundraising strategy, including major gifts, annual appeals, and corporate sponsorships.
• Research, write, submit, and track all foundation and corporate grant proposals and impact reports, along with contract grant writer as needed.
• Directly manage a portfolio of donors, alongside ED; plan and execute intimate donor cultivation events.
• Responsible for managing and updating the organization's CRM system, including data entry, gift processing and donor acknowledgement letters.
• Track performance metrics for fundraising ROI and digital communication engagement.
• Act as the primary writer and designer for the annual report, newsletters, digital campaigns, and marketing collateral.
• Maintain and update the school website, execute email marketing campaigns, and manage social media platforms.
• Implement messaging guidelines that protect the privacy of children and families.
• Partner with the Executive Director to implement and strengthen the annual fundraising strategy to achieve a revenue budget of approximately $4+ million.
• Act as a trusted and strategic partner, positioned to provide continuity and leadership in support of the department’s long term success.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree or fundraising certification a plus; Minimum of seven years of progressive experience in non-profit fundraising, including direct experience securing major gifts; 5+ years of blended fundraising and communications experience. Experience as a solo practitioner or in a small shop is highly preferred. Proven success in securing $500,000+ annually through a combination of individual giving, foundation support and/or corporate partnerships and managing independent projects from conception to completion.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance