Fundraising & Communications Manager

Organization: Partners is a non-profit that passionately advocates for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, helping them rebuild their lives to be free from harm and fear. We are a team of advocates, staff, and volunteer lawyers, supporting survivors and their decisions with the tools and knowledge to help them speak their truths, secure justice, and rebuild their lives. We are committed to an inclusive culture and equitable actions, working with our communities to support equal access to justice and safety. Our culture is compassionate, collaborative, and mission driven.

Partners is committed to centering its work in equity to achieve justice and safety for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, especially those from historically excluded communities. We support survivors in their pursuit of justice. We aim to eliminate systemic racism, bias, and structural inequities in any form. We believe our highest purpose is creating equity and that change starts with us.

Role Summary: Position drives revenue and brand awareness by developing strategic campaigns, managing donor relationships, and creating compelling content. Key duties include planning, fundraising events, writing grant proposals, maintaining CRM systems, and managing social media/media outreach to meet organizational financial goals.

Key Responsibilities

· Fundraising Strategy & Execution: Create and implement annual campaigns, capital campaigns, and fundraising plans to achieve revenue goals.

· Donor Relations & Cultivation: Identify, reach out to, and steward potential and current donors, including managing donor databases (CRM).

· Grant Writing & Sponsorships: Identify new funding opportunities, apply for grants, and secure business sponsorships.

· Communications & Marketing: Develop content for digital and print media, including newsletters, website updates, social media posts, and impact reports.

· Event Planning: Oversee and coordinate fundraising events and promotional events.

· Brand Stewardship: Ensure consistent messaging and branding across all external communications.

Required Skills and Qualifications

· Experience: Proven experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, and communications.

· Communication Skills: Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create compelling, donor-centric narratives.

· Relationship Management: Strong interpersonal skills to interact with donors, volunteers, and staff.

· Technical Proficiencies: Experience with CRM software (e.g., Donor Perfect and digital tools (e.g., social media management, Adobe InDesign).

· Organizational Skills: Ability to handle multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines.

Experience and Education Requirements

· Education: A Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.

· Experience: Approximately 5+ years of proven experience in fundraising and communications or similar fundraising roles.

Partners is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Survivors, BIPOC, LGBTQ individuals, and members of other historically excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bloomfield, NJ 07003