Development and Communications Manager

Development & Communications Manager

The U.S.VETS – Development & Communications Manager reports directly to the Executive Director and is primarily responsible for management and expansion of U.S.VETS site fundraising, communications, and community engagement.

FLSA Classification:  Exempt

Responsibilities

General Fundraising (80%)

• Work directly with Site Executive Director to oversee site fundraising, communications, community engagement and increase private revenue annually to meet projected goals. Current revenue exceeds $XX annually.
• Partner with National Development staff to execute and expand fundraising and communications activities, participate in national development calls, teleconferences, and meetings
• Manage all signature events, including administration, fundraising logistics and execution, secure and manage 3rd party, donor-hosted and other events as needed, working with Executive Director, Advisory Council, Committee
• Lead growth of corporate fundraising through identification and direct solicitation of prospects for event sponsorships, in-kind and capital investments
• Oversee all donor engagement; increase individual giving through donor solicitation and stewardship, and independent coordination of direct mail and e-appeals
• Identify prospects for individual and corporate support, conduct prospect research, initiate, and conduct direct outreach and solicitation, independently and/or in partnership with senior leadership
• Serve as community representative, facilitate presentations for the Executive Director and program leadership, deliver presentations to local businesses, faith-based groups, and community associations
• Secure in-kind contributions for events, programs, and facilities, including identifying and partnering with local community groups, businesses, and others to increase donations
• Engage community and corporate volunteers, develop, and oversee individual and group volunteer projects, manage and steward volunteers on-site and at events
• Utilize Blackbaud RE NXT database to create records, record cash/in-kind contributions, send acknowledgments, and track actions and contacts
• May provide supervisory oversight to development staff or volunteers to achieve division objectives
• Performs other duties as required

Communications (20%)

• Manage site communications, public relations, marketing and secure client success stories, develop all social media engagement, website updates, coordinate media and advertising
• Maintain site development and communications calendar, report on site fundraising efforts to the National office
• Develop and manage branded collateral, presentations, marketing materials and communications; ensure consistent use of organization brand, mission, and messaging
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or commensurate experience will be considered
• 3-5 years fundraising experience, particularly including special events, individual and corporate giving
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in managing donor and community relationships
• Initiative to personally request and secure investments from individuals, corporations, and community groups
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities, strong time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to listen to and effectively communicate with colleagues and donors
• Flexibility, creativity, and initiative are required to create new opportunities
• Strong Microsoft Office, database, and administration skills