Fundraising & Communications Manager

U.s.vets; Kapolei (HI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S.VETS in Hawaii seeks a Development & Communications Manager to lead fundraising, communications, and community engagement for the site, reporting to the Executive Director. The role focuses on expanding private revenue, managing events, and enhancing donor relations.

You will coordinate with national staff, volunteers, and local partners to raise support and awareness, while overseeing communications, social media, and public relations efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or commensurate experience will be considered.
• 3-5 years fundraising experience, including events, donor relations, and community engagement.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in managing donor and community relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities with strong time management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Flexibility, creativity, and initiative to create new fundraising opportunities.
• Strong Microsoft Office, database, and administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead general fundraising efforts to grow private revenue and meet annual goals.
• Oversee signature events and donor stewardship, including logistics and sponsorships.
• Manage site communications, public relations, social media, and website updates.
• Identify prospects, conduct outreach, and coordinate donor messaging and campaigns.
• Collaborate with National Development staff and advisory boards.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Event planning

Communication

Microsoft Office

Database management

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Blackbaud RE NXT

Microsoft Office

Job description

U.S.VETS in Hawaii seeks a Development & Communications Manager to lead fundraising, communications, and community engagement for the site, reporting to the Executive Director. The role focuses on expanding private revenue, managing events, and enhancing donor relations.

You will coordinate with national staff, volunteers, and local partners to raise support and awareness, while overseeing communications, social media, and public relations efforts.