Director of Development and Communications

$75,000 - $85,000/Yr

Women Of The World - Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time - Senior

Salt Lake City, UT

Social Assistance

About the position

The Director of Development and Communications at Women of the World is responsible for creating and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to enhance philanthropic support for the organization. This role involves managing relationships with community stakeholders, overseeing marketing and communications efforts, and leading a team to achieve fundraising goals. The position requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and excellent communication skills to foster donor relationships and promote the organization's mission.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day operations of the Development Department.
• Lead the strategic implementation of annual fundraising programs, including management of staff, special events, and donor programs.
• Develop the strategy and operational capacity of the Development Department.
• Create and implement an annual strategic fundraising plan that supports the organization's vision.
• Provide leadership for planning, creating, and executing all fundraising activities including campaigns, grants, and special events.
• Identify key annual and major donor prospects and develop plans for cultivation and donor acquisition.
• Provide fundraising leadership to the Board of Directors and manage board giving.
• Oversee foundation strategy and implementation, including grant writing.
• Nurture and steward relationships with existing donors.
• Oversee a yearly program of special fundraising events and strategies to increase support.
• Recruit and manage fundraising committees and volunteers.
• Manage and develop the grant-writing function.
• Oversee and manage all public relations, marketing, and promotional efforts.
• Develop a comprehensive marketing, PR, and communications plan.
• Maintain and manage relationships with external consultants and partners.
• Provide oversight of the development and communications assistant.
• Produce communications collateral to support donor cultivation and stewardship.
• Coordinate media events and represent the organization in media appearances.
• Oversee and effectively use systems and technology, including fundraising software.
• Oversee the fundraising budget and set annual goals.
• Directly supervise members of the development and communications team.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and evaluation of staff performance.

Requirements

• 5+ years' nonprofit development experience
• Knowledge of and relationships with Utah funders
• Excellent personal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines
• Initiative and collaborative skills
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds
• Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel required

Nice-to-haves

• Management experience
• Experience with Salesforce CRM
• Experience with Canva or similar tools
• Experience with project management software

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Vision insurance
• Professional development assistance