Director of Development & Communications

NeighborWorks; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NewVue Communities in Fitchburg, MA is seeking a Director of Development & Communications to lead fundraising, grants management, and communications strategies. This individual contributor role offers visibility with potential growth into management as the function expands.

The Director will partner closely with the Executive Director, serve on the Board’s Development & Communications Committee, and may supervise staff, consultants, and interns as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, public administration, communications, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit development or fundraising.
• Demonstrated success in grant writing and grants management.
• Experience developing and executing fundraising strategies and business plans.
• Experience with donor cultivation and stewardship.
• Proficiency with Salesforce or comparable CRM/donor management platform.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-directed and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish or other language) strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with CITC programs a plus.
• Working knowledge of the MA Grants Management System a plus.
• Passion for community development and equitable, inclusive neighborhoods.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization’s fundraising, grant management, and communications strategies.
• Partner with the Executive Director and serve on the Board’s Development & Communications Committee.
• Potential to supervise staff, consultants, and interns as the function grows.
• Advise on cross-organizational impact and strengthen presence across communities.

Skills

Grant writing

Fundraising strategy

Donor cultivation

CRM Salesforce

Communication skills

Bilingual

Project management

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management/public administration/communications

Job description

Director of Development & Communications

Fitchburg, MA

Job Description: NewVue Communities is seeking a Director of Development & Communications to lead the organization’s fundraising, grant management, and communications strategies. This is an individual contributor role with significant visibility and cross-organizational impact, offering a clear pathway to a management-level position as the function grows. The Director will partner closely with the Executive Director and serve as a staff leader on the Board’s Development & Communications Committee to advance NewVue’s mission and strengthen its presence across North Central Massachusetts. The Director may also supervise staff, consultants, and interns as needed.

NewVue Communities is committed to building a staff that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and representative of the communities we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage those whose experience and expertise come from non-traditional paths to apply.

Skills Required

Director of Development & Communications Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, public administration, communications, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and lived or professional experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit development or fundraising.
• Demonstrated success in grant writing and grants management.
• Experience developing and executing fundraising strategies and business plans.
• Experience with donor cultivation and stewardship.
• Proficiency with Salesforce or comparable CRM/donor management platform.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-directed and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish or other language) strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with CITC (Community Investment Tax Credit) programs a plus.
• Working knowledge of the MA Grants Management System a plus.
• Passion for community development and equitable, inclusive neighborhoods.

Why You Should Apply

• Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a mission-driven organization serving 240,000 residents across 22 communities.
• Work alongside a committed leadership team in a values-based, inclusive environment.
• Enjoy a flexible,

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