Fundraising & Community Relations Lead

The Society; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Society is seeking a Development and Community Relations Manager to lead the development and community relations team, drive fundraising and marketing efforts, and manage grant writing and public relations initiatives. You will work with leadership to expand partnerships, plan events, and advance advocacy on disability issues.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 5+ years in fundraising/marketing with supervision experience, and strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, or related field; five years in marketing, fundraising, and development with two years in supervision.
• Must be proficient using design and publishing programs, as well as social media.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrates initiative, creativity, and sound judgment; able to motivate others.

Responsibilities

• Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates the development & community relations team.
• Leads Board Development Committee and builds relationships with external stakeholders.
• Creates and executes a strategic funding and marketing plan with senior leadership.
• Leads grant writing activities and ensures timely, compliant applications.
• Oversees special events and donor engagement to meet revenue goals.
• Manages PR and marketing across channels to raise awareness and support advocacy.

Skills

Leadership

Grant writing

Fundraising

Public relations

Communications

Social media

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public relations/communications

Tools

Design software

Publishing programs

Social media platforms

Job description

The Society is seeking a Development and Community Relations Manager to lead the development and community relations team, drive fundraising and marketing efforts, and manage grant writing and public relations initiatives. You will work with leadership to expand partnerships, plan events, and advance advocacy on disability issues.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 5+ years in fundraising/marketing with supervision experience, and strong communication and