Director of Marketing And Development

Independent Living, Inc.; City of Newburgh (NY); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Independent Living, Inc. in Hudson Valley, NY, seeks a Director of Marketing & Development to lead fundraising, donor relations, marketing, communications, and community engagement.

Reporting to executive leadership, you will shape strategic direction and hands-on leadership to expand philanthropic support and visibility. The ideal candidate brings a track record of fundraising success, strong relationship-building, and the ability to balance strategic vision with disciplined execution in a

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in marketing or fundraising.
• Proven success developing fundraising and growth strategies.
• Strong relationship-building with donors, corporate partners, and stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies with measurable revenue goals.
• Cultivate relationships with donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
• Lead marketing, branding, and communications to elevate ILI's regional presence.
• Identify strategic partnerships and represent ILI at events and forums.
• Collaborate with leadership to monitor metrics and manage budgets.

Conocimientos

Fundraising leadership

Donor relations

Marketing strategy

Communications

Relationship building

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Nonprofit Management

Herramientas

CRM software

Analytics tools

Digital marketing platforms

Descripción del empleo

Independent Living, Inc. | Hudson Valley, NY

About the Opportunity

ProNexus is partnering with Independent Living, Inc. (ILI) to identify a dynamic, strategic, and results-driven Director of Marketing & Development to lead the organization's fundraising, marketing, communications, and community engagement initiatives.

This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished professional to make a meaningful impact within a mission-driven nonprofit while strengthening its visibility, expanding philanthropic support, and building lasting community partnerships.

About Independent Living, Inc.

Since 1987, Independent Living, Inc. has been a leading advocate for individuals with disabilities throughout New York's Hudson Valley. Dedicated to promoting independence, accessibility, self-determination, and equal opportunity, ILI empowers individuals to live independently and participate fully in their communities.

As a disability-led organization, ILI values lived experience, inclusive leadership, and innovative approaches to creating a more accessible society.

Position Overview

Reporting to executive leadership, the Director of Marketing & Development will provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership across fundraising, donor relations, marketing, communications, and community partnerships.

Working closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, senior leadership, and community stakeholders, this individual will play an integral role in advancing ILI's mission, increasing organizational awareness, diversifying funding sources, and supporting long-term financial sustainability.

The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with strong execution, bringing creativity, relationship-building expertise, and demonstrated success in fundraising, marketing, or nonprofit development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies with measurable revenue and donor engagement goals.
• Cultivate relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, and philanthropic partners.
• Identify opportunities for major gifts, recurring contributions, sponsorships, and planned giving.
• Lead donor stewardship initiatives, fundraising campaigns, and special events.
• Collaborate with leadership and grant-writing resources to pursue additional funding opportunities.

Marketing, Branding & Communications

• Develop and implement integrated marketing and communications strategies that elevate ILI's brand and regional presence.
• Oversee digital marketing, social media, website content, newsletters, public relations, and promotional materials.
• Create compelling messaging that communicates organizational impact and promotes ILI's programs and services.
• Leverage marketing analytics, digital tools, and emerging technologies to increase awareness and engagement.
• Ensure all communications reflect ILI's commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and disability rights.

Community Engagement & Strategic Partnerships

• Build and strengthen relationships with businesses, community organizations, foundations, and regional stakeholders.
• Identify strategic partnerships that enhance community engagement and philanthropic support.
• Represent ILI at networking events, community initiatives, and professional forums.
• Collaborate with program leadership to promote services, initiatives, and organizational impact.

Strategic Leadership & Department Management

• Partner with executive leadership and the Board to align marketing and development initiatives with organizational priorities.
• Establish performance metrics, manage budgets, and evaluate fundraising and marketing effectiveness.
• Oversee assigned staff, external consultants, and vendor relationships.
• Provide leadership with regular reporting on fundraising performance, marketing initiatives, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Public Relations, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in marketing, fundraising, development, communications, or related leadership roles.
• Demonstrated success developing and executing fundraising, marketing, or organizational growth strategies.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to engage donors, corporate partners, executive leadership, and community stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and persuasive storytelling abilities.
• Experience with digital marketing, social media, website management, donor databases, and performance analytics.
• Strong organizational, project management, budgeting, and strategic planning capabilities.
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution in a collaborative nonprofit environment.
• Commitment to disability inclusion, accessibility, and the mission of Independent Living, Inc.

Why Join Independent Living, Inc.?

• Meaningful Impact: Help advance independence, accessibility, and opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
• Strategic Influence: Play a key leadership role in shaping organizational visibility, fundraising growth, and long-term sustainability.
• Community Engagement: Build meaningful partnerships with businesses, donors, and organizations throughout the Hudson Valley.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a collaborative, disability-led organization that values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and innovation.
• Professional Opportunity: Lead initiatives that directly contribute to organizational growth and measurable community impact.

Independent Living, Inc. is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcomes qualified applicants of all abilities and backgrounds.