Senior Director of Development and Communications

At Catapult we are supporting our member NC Child in their search for a Senior Director of Development and Communications. NC Child is based in Raleigh NC and this is a full time hybrid role with occasional travel requirements.

About NC Child

NC Child is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that advocates for public policies that improve the lives of all North Carolina children. As the states only multi-issue child advocacy organization NC Childs work addresses policies that affect the whole child including health and well-being early childhood education and family economic security. NC Child is also a leading source of state-level research and data on the issues affecting children and families and the organization serves as a trusted and reliable source for policymakers and other child advocates across the state. For more information visit .

Position Overview

The Senior Director of Development and Communications provides strategic leadership for NC Childs fundraising communications and external engagement efforts. This position will:

• Build and execute comprehensive fundraising and communications strategies that support organizational growth and sustainability.
• Cultivate relationships with major donors foundations corporations community leaders and strategic partners.
• Strengthen NC Childs visibility and reputation as a trusted voice on child policy issues.
• Lead mentor and support development and communications staff.
• Partner with executive leadership and the Board of Directors to advance organizational priorities.

Responsibilities

Development:

• Develop and implement fundraising strategies focused on major gifts annual giving foundations corporate support sponsorships and long-term donor engagement.
• Manage and grow relationships with donors and prospects through strategic cultivation solicitation and stewardship.
• Partner with the Executive Director and Board members to engage key supporters and secure transformational gifts.
• Establish systems for prospect management donor engagement performance tracking and fundraising growth.
• Represent NC Child with funders donors and community partners to expand support for the organizations mission.

Communications & External Engagement:

• Lead communications strategies that increase awareness of NC Childs research advocacy and impact.
• Manage media relations including press outreach organizational messaging media inquiries and interview preparation.
• Develop compelling communications materials for donors policymakers advocates partners and the public.
• Oversee digital website email social media and other communications efforts.
• Maintain consistent organizational messaging and brand standards across platforms.
• Support communications strategy for key initiatives coalitions and signature events including the NC Child Summit.

Leadership:

• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on fundraising communications and external engagement.
• Manage and develop a high-performing collaborative team.
• Create annual goals work plans and performance measures to support accountability and impact.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in communications nonprofit management public policy or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in development communications nonprofit leadership advocacy or related work.
• Demonstrated success securing major gifts and building donor relationships.
• Experience leading fundraising strategies and communications initiatives.
• Experience managing and developing teams.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including experience developing messaging and public-facing materials.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to navigate changing priorities.
• Commitment to NC Childs mission and values.

Bonus Qualifications

• Existing relationships with North Carolina donors foundations philanthropic leaders and media.
• Experience in child advocacy public policy or nonprofit organizations.
• Experience with fundraising and communications platforms such as Raisers Edge WordPress Meltwater Airtable SharePoint or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with digital marketing analytics and social media strategy.
• Bilingual proficiency

Position Requirements

• Full-Time 40 hours per week
• Hybrid 3-4 days onsite and travel mostly in North Carolina when needed.

Compensation & Benefits

NC Child offers a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Hiring range for this position: $105000-$115000 depending on experience
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid sick days vacation paid family leave
• Sabbatical program
• Professional development opportunities

To Apply

NC Child is committed to building a team that reflects the diversity talent and experiences of the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to apply even if you do not meet every qualification listed.

Submit an application along with:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of 3 Professional References

NC Child is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Required Experience:

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