Donor Engagement and Communications Manager

Responsibilities

• The Donor Engagement and Communications Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating a comprehensive individual giving program that incorporates cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts for the Annual Fund.
• This position is responsible for increasing participation from individual donors who give up to $5,000 annually, resulting in long-term financial growth for the organization and plays a pivotal role in advancing GMHC’s fundraising strategy through the planning and execution of integrated direct mail and digital marketing campaigns.
• With a dotted line to the Communications Team, this position also contributes to GMHC’s broad content needs. The primary focus is fundraising, but the right candidate brings a writing range that serves both departments.
• The role sits within the Development Team and close collaboration with the Communications Team throughout.
• The ideal candidate brings a strong background in fundraising communications, campaign management, and digital engagement, with demonstrated success in converting audience interest into financial support. This role is perfect for someone who thrives at the intersection of data-driven strategy and donor-centric storytelling—and who is passionate about using marketing tools to drive philanthropic impact in a mission-driven environment.
• Above all, this role requires someone who cares. GMHC's work is urgent, personal, and life-changing for the communities we serve.
• GMHC is committed to fostering an inclusive, racially and gender-diverse workplace and seeks candidates dedicated to promoting equity and social justice within our community.
• Salary Description

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferred, and a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of directly related experience in fundraising, marketing, communications, business or related field, preferably in a nonprofit environment or an equivalent education and work experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential duties of the job
• Demonstrated knowledge of fundamental fundraising principles and practices Proven experience in successfully managing teams of staff and volunteers to achieve project deliverables
• Extremely goal–oriented with demonstrated project management skills
• Ability to take initiative and use independent judgment within established policy and procedural guidelines
• Excellent strategic writing skills for a variety of formats
• Commitment to inclusive, stigma-free, and people-first communication
• Deep awareness of and alignment with LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities
• Authentic passion for GMHC's mission and the communities we serve.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
• Knowledge in CRM systems, Every Action is a plus