Director of Development Communication
Director of Development Communication
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$ 120000 - 180000
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Job Description
Compensation: $120000 $180000 annual depending one experience plus excellent benefits
***This position is onsite in our DTLA office***
ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND
PACE is a local community nonprofit founded in 1975 to provide job training and placement services for the marginalized communities in Los Angeles. PACE has since expanded into a variety of service areas all tailored to meet the growing and changing needs of the multiethnic communities in Los Angeles County. Now in addition to job training and employment services significant PACE programs encompass: business development; early childhood education (Head Start); financial education and asset building; housing and rehabilitation services; weatherization and energyconservation programs; and affordable housing development. PACE serves more than 40000 people each year with our wide scope of services with approximately 400 staff. PACE is recognized as a leader in addressing problems of poverty and economic inequity in ethnic minority communities has a reputation of being responsive to community needs and is known for creating innovative solutions to the myriad of challenges faced by our clients. Please visit our website for more information: DESCRIPTION
PACE is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Development and Communications to join the organization and lead the Development team. The Director of Development and Communication is responsible for all fundraising strategies to grow the base of philanthropic support and increase public awareness of PACE. In collaboration with the COO this position will set the organizations strategic fundraising agenda to achieve and exceed its revenue goals through the solicitation of government grants and contracts as well as individual corporate and foundation grants. The Director also builds and manages brand identity and all aspects of communication to raise awareness of the organization and its programs throughout Los Angeles County.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop an annual comprehensive development plan in collaboration with the COO with targeted goals objectives methods quantifiable outcomes and timelines which will achieve budgeted goals;
- Secure general operating capacity building and program grants;
- Investigate possibilities of program partnerships and strategic alliances that will extend the organizations brand in the community and increase avenues of support;
- Write and submit new and renewed grants and reports;
- Work closely with program staff to review program services in order to obtain information for reporting comply with donor expectations and be aware of programmatic needs for funding to fill gaps or unmet needs of clients;
- Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing plan that includes events media relations press releases social networking Annual Report website newsletters and branding;
- Manage and promote annual and special events;
- Grow positive awareness of the organization and strengthen its reputation with businesses funders and the communities it serves;
- Produce and distribute quality ancillary materials that support development and marketing goals including newsletters and email blasts;
- In conjunction with the COO assist with the cultivation of corporate foundation and business representatives via presentations and tours;
- Manage donor database to ensure accurate donor records and prompt acknowledgement;
- Manage staff volunteers and consultants to assist with resource development activities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum Bachelors Degree in related field
- Progressive leadership experience in program management development and/or communication desired.
- Minimum of 35 years with demonstrated experience as an effective missiondriven development professional
- Experience in grant writing
- Ability to create new and cultivate relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders (particularly funders) in government philanthropy banking and corporate industries
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Must have a valid Drivers License adequate automobile insurance coverage and an automobile in working condition; local travel may be required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Understanding of programs and funding in the nonprofit sector
- Experience planning & executing public events such as fundraisers and galas
- High level of comfort with technology including experience with Salesforce
- Experience managing communications marketing and social media strategies to promote the organizations mission and profile
- Multicultural and multilingual background in working with the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community is desired
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must pass employment verification and professional reference check
- Must have the use of an automobile with adequate insurance coverage and a valid Drivers License or have reliable transportation
- COVID vaccination required; must have twodose series of Pfizer or Moderna or a singledose of Johnson & Johnson. Those that need a medical or religious exemption must reach out separately.
APPLICATION PROCESS
- Applicants must apply directly on our website to be considered. Please upload resume complete online application and upload written work samples if available. will be reviewed on a rolling basis until position has been filled.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The working conditions and physical demands of this position will be those that must be met to successfully perform the essential duties of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. The physical environment the incumbent will work in is typically an office environment with moderate noise levels that would be expected in that type of work environment. Representative physical demands of the job include: normal vision and hearing standing for extended periods sitting for extended periods kneeling and stooping manipulating objects with hands reaching overhead and occasionally lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
