Community Outreach and Development Director

Job Title: Community Outreach and Development Director

Reports to: Executive Director

Supervises: Marketing/Tech Support (Communications); Events/Volunteer Coordinator

Status: Full-Time, Exempt (40 hours per week)

Pay Rate: $60-$80k based on experience

Qualifications

Desire to work with disenfranchised populations while supporting TEEG’s mission.

Bachelor’s degree in communications, business management, marketing, business, or related field.

Strong writing, presentation, relationship-building, project-management, and CRM skills

Demonstrated success securing gifts, grants, sponsorships, and community partnerships.

Clean record with State Police Bureau of Identification, Department of Children and Families and Department of Motor Vehicles

Possesses a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of registration and motor vehicle insurance

Respect for persons without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, marital/civil union status, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or socioeconomic status

Certifications

Mandated Reporting

Elder Abuse Identification

The Emergency Feeding Assistance Program Civil Rights

Physical/Mental Requirements & Working Conditions

Frequent stationary work in an office or community setting to include keyboarding and/or handwriting

Daily working hours may vary to meet client and agency needs, including occasionally early morning, evening, and weekend requirements

Frequent local travel in a personal or agency vehicle

Frequent in person, virtual and/or telephonic oral communication and listening

Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

Essential Responsibilities

Create and execute an annual development plan with measurable goals for grants, individual giving, corporate support, sponsorships, events, and donor retention.

Build and manage a qualified donor and partner pipeline; coordinate cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and recognition.

Research and pursue grants in partnership with program and finance leaders; maintain proposal and reporting calendars.

Oversee brand, public relations, digital communications, storytelling, and community outreach.

Lead fundraising events and campaigns with clear revenue, expense, attendance, sponsorship, and engagement targets.

Supervise communications and volunteer/event staff; establish priorities, calendars, standards, and performance measures.

Maintain accurate donor, sponsor, volunteer, and partner records and ensure timely acknowledgments.

Report development performance and forecast risks and opportunities to the Executive Director and Board.

Core Competencies

*Fundraising strategy *Relationship Development *Persuasive communication *Pipeline management *Community presence *Results orientation