Strategic Development and Community Engagement Director

3 days ago

Ithaca, New York, United States HomeWord Full time
Job Summary

The Development and Community Relations Manager (DCRM) is a leadership position at HomeWord, responsible for driving revenue growth through exceptional donor cultivation, stewardship, and community engagement. This role plays a critical part in elevating the organization's visibility, fostering meaningful relationships with donors, and identifying new community partners.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement annual strategic plans for fundraising and community relations, focusing on elevating the organization's mission and impact, increasing fundraising revenue, and fostering community relationships.
  • Create monthly gift reports, provide regular updates to the board of directors, and lead the Fundraising Committee.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop and implement strategic ways to increase fundraising revenue and cultivate meaningful relationships with donors.
  • Oversee the production of electronic and print solicitations for two annual appeals, Summer and Winter, and develop a system of gift acknowledgments to ensure timely and meaningful thank you letters, phone calls, and notes.
  • Build relationships with new and existing donors and prospects through excellent stewardship and opportunities for greater involvement as volunteers, fundraising committee members, and other possibilities.
  • Serve as the leader and project manager for Empty Bowls, HomeWord's signature fundraising event, and organize additional events, such as small donor gatherings and special events.
  • Represent HomeWord to community organizations, identify opportunities for community engagement, and recruit volunteers through community relations activities.
  • Identify opportunities for media coverage of HomeWord, prepare press releases, and coordinate related activities.
Requirements
  • 4-year degree required.
  • 5-7 years of professional fundraising experience, or a combination of experience in a related field.
  • Commitment to working in a mission-driven nonprofit organization.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership in project management.
  • Commitment to teamwork and respect for varying points of view.
  • Skills to manage multiple priorities and activities.
  • Experience with CRM software.
  • Knowledge of challenges and needs commonly facing people living in poverty.
  • Commitment to cultivating a welcoming organizational culture that includes supporting members of the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities and upholding anti-racism policies and procedures.

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