Job Description Director of Development and Public Relations

Job Description

Director of Development and Public Relations

Upward Transitions

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:

[email protected] by July 24, 2019. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. No

telephone calls will be accepted.

Upward Transitions prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, age, religion, national

origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic

with regard to any terms and conditions of employment.