Communications and Development Manager

POSITION:              Communications and Development Manager

TYPE:                        Full time position, with some nights and weekends as required

REPORTS TO:       Executive Director

Circle Program is currently looking to fill its Communications and Development Manager’s position. Circle Program’s mission is to empower, transform, and enrich girl’s lives through community, connection, camp and mentorship. Our vision is self-reliant young women, confidently engaged in their community and living to their full potential. At Circle, we provide New Hampshire girls with new opportunities to develop skills, courage, and confidence they need to handle the everyday challenges in their lives. We do this through a unique combination of adult and peer support delivered through year-round 1:1 mentoring/programming and residential summer camp programs.

General Position Description

Reporting to the Executive Director and in partnership with the Board of Director’s Resource and Development Committee, the Communications and Development Manager will set and achieve annual and long-term goals. This position focuses on overseeing both internal and external communication strategies and plays a crucial role in supporting the fundraising and development efforts of Circle Program. 

The Communications and Development Manager will cultivate and maintain strong professional and personal relationships with Circle’s Board of Director’s Resource and Development Committee, plan fundraising events, seek new fundraising sources wherever possible, and work collaboratively with the Executive Director and Circle’s part-time grant writer on Circle’s annual Fundraising and Development Strategic Plan. This position will help guide strategy for all marketing/communications, and public relations messaging. The Communications and Development Manager will work side-by-side with the Executive Director and Circle staff to consistently articulate Circle Program’s mission. 

Primary Position Responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement communication strategies to build brand awareness.
• Manage external communication channels, such as social media, platforms, company website updates, and media relations.
• Assist in identifying, developing, and implementing fundraising strategies and plans with the Executive Director and part-time grant writer.
• Maintain ongoing communications with private and corporate donors.
• Organize and implement special events that support fundraising efforts.
• Coordinate community outreach efforts for Circle Program to have a presence at, such as community fairs, events, and other initiatives.
• Represent the organization at community events and meetings.
• Manage Circle’s donor management software system (Little Green Light) to track and cultivate donations, donors, and prospects.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of Circle’s databases.
• Handle administrative processing tasks that include data entry, acknowledgement management, data integrity and maintenance, reporting and analysis, and training and support.
• Assist in identifying prospective individuals and corporate donors and develop strategies to cultivate those relationships along-side the Executive Director
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds on occasion. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree at minimum in communication, marketing, or development, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in marketing, brand awareness, and social media management.
• Experience in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship, donor database systems, and fundraising event management.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with diverse groups and individuals.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite preferred).
• Proficiency in donor base platforms (Little Green Light preferred)
• Ability to create engaging and visually appealing content.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to drive decision-making
• Commitment to the mission and vision of Circle Program and the communities the girls/teens come from.
• Experience working with diverse populations and a deep understanding of cultural sensitivity and inclusivity.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The Circle Program is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. 

Job Type: Full-time, Year round

Salary Range: $55,000 - $65, 000

Benefits:

• Monday – Friday with some weekends and nights as needed
• Some flexibility in working environment, Circle Program offers remote working options through its remote working policy. 
• Health and dental insurance provided
• Short and Long term disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Simple IRA plan
• Holidays (follows the Federal holiday schedule)
• Paid Time off (Vacation and sick)

Education:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree

Work Locations:

• Circle Program Office located in Plymouth, NH
• Circle Camp located in Groton, NH