Remote Fundraising Communications Director

American Red Cross; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 126,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

American Red Cross seeks a Fundraising Communications and Enablement Director. This is a fully remote role that can be located anywhere in the USA.

The Director provides strategic leadership for fundraising communications, aligning messaging with growth objectives and donor engagement. You will lead planning, development, and execution of communications initiatives across regions, collaborating with executives and partners to elevate the organization's mission and impact.

Qualifications

• Experience leading fundraising communications teams.
• Experience in nonprofit fundraising communications.
• Ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop comprehensive communications plans for fundraising initiatives.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of communications professionals.
• Partner with senior executives to ensure consistent messaging across initiatives.
• Utilize storytelling strategies to support fundraising efforts.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to develop fundraising campaigns.
• Manage large, multi-stakeholder projects and timelines.
• Create and oversee communications content (talking points, key messages, press releases, social media, newsletters, FAQs, product sheets).
• Serve as the lead for external communications and public relations.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Strategic thinking

Storytelling

Team leadership

Microsoft Office

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

American Red Cross seeks a Fundraising Communications and Enablement Director. This is a fully remote role that can be located anywhere in the USA.

The Director provides strategic leadership for fundraising communications, aligning messaging with growth objectives and donor engagement. You will lead planning, development, and execution of communications initiatives across regions, collaborating with executives and partners to elevate the organization's mission and impact.