The Director of Development and Communication leads the organization’s fundraising, external communications, and marketing initiatives. This position manages a volunteer team and works to increase and diversify funding while elevating Hope Horizon East Palo Alto’s brand recognition and visibility at the community and donor base levels.

Hope Horizon East Palo Alto’s Director of Development and Communication is a full-time position that sits on the Executive Team and reports directly to the Executive Director. The Director of Development and Communication works in collaboration with the Executive Director, other members of the leadership team, Board of Directors, and development and communications volunteers to accomplish the goals of the organization. This position is an integral part of Hope Horizon East Palo Alto’s commitment to make a significant and lasting impact on the lives of hundreds of people every year.

A Successful Director of Development & Communications…

• Is passionate about Hope Horizon East Palo Alto’s mission and excited about championing it
• Has strong interpersonal skills, enjoys networking, and builds relationships to support Hope Horizon East Palo Alto’s mission – the successful person in this role loves getting out of the building to champion the organization’s work and impact
• Is a self-starter and goal driven, brings in new prospects, and is not afraid of the word “no”
• Works well independently towards big-picture goals
• Is a strong writer and can articulately write our story and impact
• Will motivate staff, board members, and other volunteers
• Is well-organized - tracks and delivers on deadlines
• Has a positive attitude, shows concern for people and the community we serve, demonstrates presence, and practices humility and open-mindedness
• Is an expansive and creative thinker - is a master problem solver and enjoys challenges
• Collaborates well as part of the organization’s Executive Leadership team
• Has at least 5 years of direct development experience
• Is technologically proficient and comfortable using databases: Kindful, Benevity, Double theDonation, Microsoft Office or other online giving platforms

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES will include but not be limited to:

Fund Development

• Create the organization’s new development plan in line with our strategic plan
• Develop and oversee annual fundraising program, including major gifts
• Develop a portfolio of major gift donors/prospects and manage the fundraising strategy for these donors with primary responsibility for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
• Build and strengthen relationships with corporations to develop corporate sponsorship and other development opportunities
• Create customized solicitation strategies that match the objectives of the organization and interests of donor prospects
• Oversee the government and foundation fund development process including managing high level relationships, managing contracts, and shepherding the fundraising and reporting processes
• Direct capital campaigns and other major fundraising drives•Work closely with the Executive Director on new funding opportunities
• Make public appearances, attend networking events, and accept speaking engagements to share information about Hope Horizon East Palo Alto
• Oversee fundraising database and tracking systems
• Oversee creation of communications and publications to support development activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Communications

• Create marketing plan and strategy for the organization in collaboration with ExecutiveDirector
• Build and sustain strong organization brand internally and externally; maintain integrityof brand and identity
• Oversee and provide vision for all institutional communications including annual report,collateral, videos, social media presence, etc.
• Develop social media marketing strategy and analyze key data points; shift strategy asnecessary for efficacy
• Manage and provide direction for Communications Intern and
• Elevate Hope Horizon’s profile and brand through comprehensive strategies includingrelationships with key influencers and press
• Support staff and board in developing their communication skills and messaging throughtraining
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Agreement with statement of faith and commitment to the mission of Hope Horizon East Palo Alto
• Experience and comfort with soliciting financial support for a cause/organization
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• At least 3 years of demonstrated success in development position with a non-profit

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Writing skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• East Palo Alto, CA 94303 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• East Palo Alto, CA 94303: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person