Overview
Director of Development And Communications Jobs in Cleveland, USA at Seeds of Literacy
The Director of Development & Communications is a member of the Leadership Team responsible for designing, integrating, and executing the organization’s fundraising, donor engagement, marketing, communications, and public relations efforts. This position develops and implements integrated strategies that increase philanthropic support, elevate community awareness, strengthen the Seeds of Literacy brand, and communicate the life-changing impact of adult education.
Working closely with the President & CEO and the Board of Directors, the Director oversees all development and communications activities, ensuring a consistent, compelling voice across all platforms while fostering a culture of philanthropy and storytelling throughout the organization.
Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports organizational goals and annual revenue targets.
Lead all philanthropic activities, including individual giving, major gifts, annual campaigns, corporate partnerships, planned giving, and special events.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward donors in partnership with the President & CEO and Board of Directors.
Oversee donor database management, stewardship activities, reporting, and fundraising analytics.
Support the Board Development Committee and foster a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization.
Communications, Marketing & Public Relations (25%)
Develop and implement an integrated communications and marketing strategy that increases awareness, strengthens the Seeds of Literacy brand and supports fundraising, volunteer recruitment, and student enrollment.
Oversee the creation and distribution of all internal and external communications, including fundraising appeals, newsletters, email campaigns, annual reports, marketing materials, and special event promotions.
Lead media relations by identifying story opportunities, coordinating interviews, preparing spokespersons, and promoting organizational accomplishments.
Oversee all social media platforms, develop an editorial calendar, and create compelling content that highlighting student success, volunteer engagement, donor impact, and organizational initiatives.
Oversee the organization’s website, ensuring content remains current, engaging, and optimized for user experience and search engine performance.
Manage digital marketing initiatives, including website content, blogs, SEO, Google Ads, email marketing, and online fundraising platforms.
Leadership (5%)
Serve as a member of the Leadership Team and contribute to organizational planning and strategic decision-making.
Promote collaboration across departments to ensure consistent messaging, effective storytelling, and achievement of organizational goals.
Maintain current knowledge of fundraising, marketing, communications, and nonprofit best practices.
Performing other duties as assigned.
Identify and pursue award and recognition opportunities that position Seeds of Literacy as a national leader in adult education.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, nonprofit management, public relations, business, or a related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
- Three or more years of progressively responsible leadership experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, communications, or marketing.
- Demonstrated success in major gift fundraising, annual campaigns, donor stewardship, and corporate partnerships.
- Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and presentation skills.
- Experience managing websites, social media, digital marketing, and branding initiatives.
- Experience with donor databases and CRM systems, email marketing platforms, Word Press, Microsoft Office, Canva or Adobe Creative Suite, and analytics tools.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build meaningful relationships with donors, volunteers, community leaders, staff, and Board members.
- Passion for adult education and a commitment to the mission of Seeds of Literacy.
Success in this role will be measured by:
- Growth in annual contributed revenue.
- Increased major donor engagement and…
Title: Director of Development And Communications
Company: Seeds of Literacy
Location: Cleveland, USA
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