Development and Marketing Manager

TITLE: Development and Marketing Manager

RESPONSIBLE TO: Chief Executive Officer

POSITION: Full Time

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Development and Marketing Manager serves as a positive and knowledgeable ambassador for Foundation of Hope, demonstrating a strong understanding of the organization and the ability to clearly communicate its vision, mission, and impact to diverse stakeholders. This role plays a critical part in advancing the organization’s mission by supporting integrated development, marketing, and communications initiatives. The Development and Marketing Manager is responsible for grant writing, fundraising, implementing branding and marketing strategies, developing engaging and mission-driven content, and supporting special events. The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, organized, with the ability to balance development, strategic marketing efforts and fundraising.

1. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop fundraising strategies to optimize revenue and maximize community reach
• Develop and implement fundraising plans that increase awareness
• Establish and communicate effectively with volunteers, donors, and community leaders
• Develop strong partnerships with community leaders and organizations to provide business support
• Promote and market HOPE’s programs to attract new donors
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with existing donors
• Develop and implement a fundraising strategy for capital projects
• Effectively manage and maintain donor database
• Develop fundraising materials, including brochures, newsletters, and website
• Maintain accurate financial records, including donor records, gift acknowledgements, and financial reports to ensure accurate record keeping and fundraising efficiency
• Conduct research and participate in grant writing
• Create and coordinate fundraising efforts, including solicitation letters, presentations, events, and social media campaigns
• Develop and execute campaigns that raise critical funds, including annual giving, major gifts, and planned giving
• Assist in development and preparation of donor reports
• Develop and manage events, including fundraisers, donor receptions, and galas Support Program and Strategic Initiative
• Director, including in researching and pursuing potential donors
• Support the development of fundraising strategies and plans.
• Lead the preparation of concept notes, grant proposals, and donor reports and associated packages of materials explaining the organization’s work.
• Manage and execute marketing and communications initiatives
• Maintain organizational branding across all communications and materials
• Design general marketing and promotional materials, including flyers, one-pagers, invitations, and digital assets as needed

2. Compliance:

• Comply with the Foundation of HOPE's personnel policies, standards, and procedures.
• Personally exemplify the values and the mission of HOPE
• Agree to sign a confidentiality agreement regarding all aspects of client, staff, and HOPE information.
• Maintain professionalism in communication, personal interactions, and attire.

3. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of development best practices, foundations of individual giving, and the fundraising cycle
• Awareness of common fundraising techniques, tools, and procedures
• Experience with CRM software Knowledgeable in monitoring & evaluation (M&E) techniques
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Ability to use discerning judgment while being proactive and responsive
• Keen attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
• Team player willing to be flexible and adaptable

4. Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3+ years’ proven experience managing fundraising campaigns
• Track record of garnering new donors and substantial levels of funding per year
• Excellent donor relations skills
• 2+ years’ experience with fundraising event planning

We at Foundation of HOPE believe that diversity is key to a successful business. We are committed to building a team that is inclusive of people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages. If you are passionate about making a difference and have experience in fundraising, we want to hear from you! Foundation of HOPE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

Apply with cover letter and resume to: lbutler@foundationofhope.org

Benefits:

• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person