Remote Director of Fundraising Communications & Enablement

American Red Cross; Bridgeport (CT); Remote; USD 126,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

American Red Cross seeks a highly experienced Fundraising Communications & Enablement Director for a fully remote role located anywhere in the USA. You will lead the central hub for developing donor-focused messaging, case development, and fundraising concepts aligned with organizational priorities and growth objectives.

Collaborating across departments and with external partners, you will drive innovative fundraising narratives, measure messaging effectiveness, and implement solutions to boost

Qualifications

• Experience leading communications teams to drive fundraising initiatives.
• Strong storytelling and content development skills.
• Ability to influence senior executives and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Proven track record in managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop comprehensive fundraising communications plans.
• Mentor and develop a team of communications professionals.
• Partner with senior executives to ensure consistent messaging across initiatives.
• Utilize storytelling to support fundraising campaigns and donor engagement.
• Coordinate with national and regional marketing teams to execute campaigns.
• Oversee content creation: talking points, press releases, posts, newsletters, FAQs, sheets.
• Lead external communications and public relations activities.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with ARC communications standards and issues management.

Skills

Communications leadership

Storytelling

Stakeholder management

Project management

Strategic communications

Job description

American Red Cross seeks a highly experienced Fundraising Communications & Enablement Director for a fully remote role located anywhere in the USA. You will lead the central hub for developing donor-focused messaging, case development, and fundraising concepts aligned with organizational priorities and growth objectives.

Collaborating across departments and with external partners, you will drive innovative fundraising narratives, measure messaging effectiveness, and implement solutions to boost