Development Communications Manager
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Job Location:
White Plains, NY - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 65000 - 70000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Communications & Marketing (50%)
- Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy that supports donor engagement brand visibility and mission storytelling.
- Create compelling newsletters campaigns annual reports and appeals (digital and print)
- Develop communication materials for events including invitations sponsorship decks press releases and program journals
- Develop and implement a social media strategy to ensure cohesive messaging and strong engagement
- Maintain and update LUWs website and photo archive
- Produce monthly internal e-newsletter and collaborate with staff to create program flyers
- Manage external vendors including graphic designer audio/visual partners and printers
Events (30%)
- Lead the planning and execution of LUWs fundraising and cultivation events including our annual spring gala and fall benefit concert
- Oversee event logistics from start to finish
- Develop event themes timelines and budgets that align with fundraising goals.
- Recruit and engage committees honorees and sponsors
- Draft collateral run-of-show materials and talking points
- Analyze post-event outcomes to continuously strengthen future events
Donor Relations & Stewardship (20%)
- Identify and cultivate new donors event sponsors and partners
- Represent LUW at community events donor meetings and public-facing engagements as needed
- Record donor interactions and communications in donor database (Bloomerang)
- Support other Development initiatives including the annual Student Essay Contest and seasonal campaigns
QUALIFICATIONS
- 3 years of professional experience in fundraising communications marketing or event planning
- Bachelors degree required
- Exceptional writing editing and storytelling skills
- Must be available to work occasional evenings and weekends for events
- Proven experience planning and executing successful fundraising events
- Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
- Tech savvy including proficiency in Microsoft Suite and basic design/website software
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team environment
- Commitment to the mission and values of Lifting Up Westchester
- Valid drivers license and access to a vehicle for occasional local travel.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Internal Control
- Accounting And Auditing
- Accounts Handling
- General Services
- Elevator
- Brand
About Company
Lifting Up Westchester is a community-based nonprofit that provides life-changing support to people who are experiencing homelessness or are struggling to meet other basic needs. We work together with those we serve to build a more secure future for them and their families.
