Mission-Driven Development & Communications Leader

Rediscover

Lee's Summit (MO)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Rediscover, a Missouri-based nonprofit community mental health center, seeks a Manager of Development & Communications to lead fundraising, branding, and outreach across our Southeastern Jackson County region. You will design strategic plans, oversee digital channels, craft donor communications, and supervise a development team to advance access to care.

Collaborate with clinical leadership to align programs with community needs, steward major gifts, pursue grants, and ensure compliance with

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, or related field; Master’s preferred.
A valid state-issued driver’s license is required.
At least four (4) years relevant experience in development and communications; experience in non-profit and/or healthcare preferred.
Minimum two (2) years of experience managing a team.
Record of successfully obtaining large grants and improved donor development.
Excellent written and verbal communicator, experienced in everything from writing articles, press releases, and public speaking.
Strategic thinker who can create and execute strategic communication plans.
Proficiency in social media and online platforms
Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
Specific knowledge of various project and portfolio management platform(s), familiarity with online portals and other grant tracking software required.
Basic to Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as the use of email.

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning: Design and execute comprehensive fundraising, communications, and business marketing plan
Communications: Oversee digital channels (social media, website, email), manage media relations, design marketing collateral (impact reports, brochures), and monitor online reputation.
Development: Lead annual giving campaigns, direct fundraising events, champion donor stewardship, and identify/research competitive grant opportunities.
Brand Management: Maintain strict messaging consistency across all platforms while directing multimedia coverage (photo/video) at public and community events.
Clinical Collaboration: Partner regularly with clinical programs and leadership to align development goals with frontline healthcare needs.
Team Management: Supervise and mentor the development team, taking direct responsibility for the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of all deliverables.
Self-Management & Compliance: Prioritize complex workflows under tight deadlines while upholding organizational policies, healthcare laws, accreditation standards, and ethical practices.