Community Engagement Director: Fundraising & Outreach

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division in Springfield, IL seeks a Director of Community Engagement to lead donor relations, fundraising, and public relations efforts for Sangamon County. The role reports to Corps Officers and supports Salvation Army programs and services in the community.

Key duties include coordinating fundraising campaigns, managing events, and cultivating relationships with donors, volunteers, and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s level degree in a related field highly encouraged.
• Significant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage donor relations, fundraising, and public relations strategies.
• Plan and oversee special events and volunteer activities.
• Coordinate communications, media relations, and community partnerships.
• Provide supervision and direction to support Salvation Army programs and services.
• Collaborate with advisory boards and corps officers to advance fundraising campaigns.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Diversity awareness

Budget awareness

Office software

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Salesforce

Job description

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division in Springfield, IL seeks a Director of Community Engagement to lead donor relations, fundraising, and public relations efforts for Sangamon County. The role reports to Corps Officers and supports Salvation Army programs and services in the community.

Key duties include coordinating fundraising campaigns, managing events, and cultivating relationships with donors, volunteers, and partners.