Content Manager/Staff Writer

CCS Fundraising; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join CCS Fundraising as a Content Manager/Staff Writer, where you will create compelling content that engages audiences and supports the mission of a leading strategic fundraising firm. This remote full-time position, which may occasionally require in-office attendance, seeks a skilled writer who can shape key publications while collaborating with subject matter experts. With competitive salary and a commitment to diversity, CCS is eager to find passionate individuals to enrich their dynamic team.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Dynamic training program

Career advancement opportunities

Mentoring and networking opportunities

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of professional writing experience in journalism, content marketing, or related fields.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills across formats.
• Familiarity with content management systems and basic analytics.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit diverse content types, including articles, case studies, reports, and marketing materials.
• Manage content production across campaigns and ensure deadlines are met.
• Collaborate with various departments to align content with broader marketing efforts.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Storytelling

SEO

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing

Tools

Content Management Systems

Job description

TITLE: Content Manager/Staff Writer
LOCATION: Remote (Preference for alignment with an east coast regional CCS office: New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Baltimore, Miami, Chicago)
REPORTS TO: Senior Director, Content Strategy
DEPARTMENT: Corporate Marketing
TYPE: Full Time, Remote (occasional in-person/in-office attendance will be required)

Please submit a cover letter.

This position is not eligible for employer visa sponsorship.

WHO WE ARE
CCS Fundraising is an international strategic fundraising firm that partners with nonprofits for transformational change. Since 1947, CCS has empowered many of the world’s greatest organizations across sectors to advance some of the most important causes in history. We plan, manage, and implement programs and initiatives that achieve fundraising goals and mission impact.

CCS provides tailored support to more than 700 nonprofit organizations annually. Headquartered in New York, the firm has over 600 professionals and 18 offices throughout the United States and Europe. Our people are our greatest strength. At CCS, you will join a diverse team of smart, passionate, and resourceful professionals who are driven by purpose and committed to performance.

UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE

We are seeking a Staff Writer to join our growing and versatile Marketing team. In this role, you’ll produce a wide range of content to engage our audiences, strengthen our brand, and support our mission. From expert advice and thought leadership articles to case studies, reports, and marketing materials, you’ll have the opportunity to shape key content that drives our business forward.

You’ll work closely across internal teams and lines of business, collaborating with subject matter experts to source, write, and refine content and will contribute to the development of strategic publications like the Philanthropy Landscape and Philanthropy Pulse Report. You’ll also support the firm's content strategy through high-quality written materials across various channels such as ads, social media posts, and emails.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Content Development

Write and edit diverse content types, including articles (expert advice, thought leadership, trends), case studies, research reports, white papers, infographics, marketing emails, newsletters, social media copy, and advertisements

Ghostwrite thought leadership pieces in collaboration with senior leaders and subject matter experts

Review data and extrapolate insights to inform content development.

Translate complex ideas into clear, engaging, and audience-appropriate narratives

Ensure all content aligns with CCS’s brand voice and messaging standards

Editorial Planning & Execution

Help manage content production across campaigns and various publication formats

Conduct research and interviews to ideate and develop timely, high-quality content

Manage key content projects, ensuring deadlines and alignment with team goals

Contribute to flagship publications, including the Philanthropic Landscape and Philanthropy Pulse Report

Collaborate to maintain the editorial calendar

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with teammates in branding, events, field marketing, PR, and social media to ensure content is aligned with broader marketing efforts

Collaborate with regional client teams and departments like Business Development, Data & Analytics, Systems & Change Management, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging to source and shape content

Tailor messaging for diverse audiences and distribution channels

Content Strategy & Optimization

Participate in strategy sessions to inform and enhance the firm’s content approach

Leverage performance data and audience insights to refine and optimize content effectiveness

Incorporate SEO best practices, writing with keyword intent, discoverability, and user experience in mind and balancing keyword performance with brand voice and storytelling

Stay updated on trends in fundraising, nonprofit communications, and digital storytelling

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will possess:

Experience: 4–6 years of professional writing experience in journalism, content marketing, strategic communications, or related fields

Education: Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or related discipline

Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills across formats

Experience collaborating with subject matter experts and ghostwriting

Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects with minimal supervision

Comfort working across teams and synthesizing complex information

Familiarity with content management systems, SEO fundamentals, and basic analytics

A passion for storytelling, attention to detail, and a strategic mindset

CCS offers competitive benefits, a dynamic training program, resources, career advancement, mentoring, and networking opportunities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage a diverse pool of candidates to apply.

Please submit a cover letter.

SALARY RANGE:$70,000 - $85,000

The exact salary varies within range based on years of relevant experience and education.