Director of Organizational Advancement

Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as the Director of Organizational Advancement, a pivotal role dedicated to elevating our organization’s mission through innovative fundraising, relationship management, and strategic development initiatives. In this energetic position, you will spearhead efforts to cultivate meaningful partnerships, enhance visibility, and secure vital resources that drive our programs forward. Your expertise in nonprofit management, digital marketing, and donor engagement will empower us to expand our impact and foster sustainable growth. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional eager to make a lasting difference while leading a passionate team toward shared success.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies, including grant proposal writing, estate planning initiatives, and major gift campaigns to meet organizational goals.
• Oversee all aspects of donor relations and relationship management, ensuring personalized engagement and stewardship across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Lead event planning efforts for fundraising galas, community outreach events, and educational programs, managing all logistics from concept through execution.
• Manage digital marketing campaigns utilizing platforms such as Mailchimp, Constant Contact, and WordPress to amplify organizational messaging across social media channels and email marketing efforts.
• Coordinate with internal teams on database management using CRM software like Salesforce and Raiser's Edge to optimize data collection, reporting, and analysis for strategic decision-making.
• Cultivate partnerships with community organizations, university affiliates, and other stakeholders to expand outreach and collaborative opportunities.
• Oversee budgeting processes for advancement activities, ensuring efficient allocation of resources while maintaining compliance with legal standards related to wills, trusts, estate law, and nonprofit regulations.
• Lead volunteer management initiatives to support event execution and community engagement efforts.
• Ensure the articulation of COMPASS’ desired image, position, and branding. Ensure consistent communication of image and position throughout the organization, and of image, position, and branding to all constituencies

Experience

• Proven success in nonprofit management with extensive experience in fundraising, grant proposal writing, and donor stewardship.
• Strong background in event planning and events management across diverse settings including galas, community events, or educational programs.
• Demonstrated expertise in digital marketing tools such as Mailchimp, Constant Contact, WordPress, and social media management platforms.
• Proficiency with CRM systems including Bloomerang and Benevity for data collection, analysis, and relationship management
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to build lasting relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders.
• Experience working within university environments or nonprofit organizations is highly desirable. Join us as we drive impactful change through innovative strategies and passionate leadership! This paid position offers an inspiring environment where your skills will directly contribute to advancing our mission while fostering your professional growth in a collaborative setting dedicated to making a difference.

Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Journalism, English, Communication, Public Relations: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Hartford, CT 06114 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person