Senior Fund Development & Communications Officer
4 years ago
Pittsburgh
Job DescriptionSenior Fund Development & Communications Officer The Hill Community Development Corporation (Hill CDC) is seeking an experienced Senior Fund Development & Communications Officer to lead fundraising, grant writing, and strategic communications for one of Pittsburgh’s most impactful community development organizations. This role blends nonprofit development, strategic communications, and hands-on execution, ideal for a candidate with deep experience in grant writing, donor relations, and revenue generation. The Senior Fund Development & Communications Officer will drive fundraising strategy, foundation and corporate partnerships, and capital campaigns, while also independently producing high-quality grant proposals, reports, and donor communications. This role plays a central part in shaping the organization’s narrative, visibility, and positioning, translating complex real estate, cultural, and community development work into compelling cases for investment. This is an opportunity for a results-oriented professional skilled in nonprofit fundraising, grant writing, and communications strategy, who can operate at both a strategic and execution level in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Candidates with experience in community development, economic development, urban planning, or real estate development are strongly encouraged to apply. Operations and Financial * Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive revenue strategy that integrates fundraising, partnerships, sponsorships, and earned income opportunities * Lead in executing long-term fundraising strategy including all potential revenue streams (grant writing, campaigns, corporate and individual donations, events), ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and brand positioning * This includes direct responsibility for drafting, editing, and submitting grant proposals, reports, and donor communications * Communicate and coordinate with key contacts at existing and potential funding sources to supply needed documentation according to established parameters for reporting and deadlines for grants * Coordinate internal resources to obtain information and synthesize it quickly into clear, compelling cases for support, grant reports, and proposals under tight deadlines * Lead efforts to maintain current and develop new foundation, corporate, government, and organizational donor relationships locally and nationally * Perform research and audience analysis, preparing and sending asks and thank you letters, handling follow-up communication, preparing reports, etc. * Implement necessary technical solutions to promote, manage, and maximize fund development potential for the organization locally and nationally * Independently research, write, and submit high-quality grant proposals, reports, and close-out documentation in a timely and consistent manner * Administer existing grants including those from public, private, and corporate sources, maintaining full ownership of compliance, reporting timelines, and documentation accuracy * Lead in creating an entrepreneurial and philanthropic culture with the staff and Board of Directors * Develop and lead fundraising efforts on key organizational projects which are diverse in nature ranging from art, culture (ie New Granada Theater), entrepreneurship, and community development * Translate complex real estate and land use development projects into compelling investment narratives that resonate with philanthropic, corporate, and public-sector audiences * Ability to facilitate and support capital campaigns and the various related relational and administrative duties, including campaign messaging and donor experience strategy * Must possess solid analytical and financial skills to facilitate the completion of complex budgets and strategies including reading and understanding local, state, and federal government grants and contracts * Utilize data-driven insights to inform targeting, segmentation, and performance optimization across fundraising efforts * Support the development and maintenance of an effective donor management system * Maintain various databases to assure high-level accuracy and expeditious access to data * Ability to connect the dots on funding-related duties and efforts with internal team members, operating as a coach in some cases * Promptly escalate urgent matters to the President & CEO for action and resolution * Perform other duties as assigned Marketing & Brand Strategy * Lead the development and stewardship of the Hill CDC brand across all external platforms, ensuring consistency, clarity, and impact * Develop and execute integrated marketing and communications campaigns that support fundraising initiatives, program visibility, and organizational growth * Identify and position the Hill CDC’s work within local, regional, and national narratives to attract investment and partnership opportunities * Oversee content strategy including storytelling, digital presence, thought leadership, and public-facing materials * Collaborate with leadership to elevate the organization’s voice and thought leadership in equitable development * Ensure alignment between communications, development, and programmatic priorities to maximize visibility and engagement * Ensure that all branding and marketing efforts directly support fund development outcomes, including proposal development, donor engagement, and campaign performance Strategic Communications and Events * Lead strategic partnerships, campaigns, and initiatives that elevate the Hill CDC’s profile and position the organization as a national model for equitable development * Lead in the creation and management of fundraising events, including capital campaign-related events * Lead in the creation of strategic communication materials that aid in fund development efforts * Produce and oversee high-quality written content, ensuring clarity, precision, and alignment with funding requirements and organizational voice * Ensure all materials reflect a cohesive brand voice and are designed to convert awareness into investment and long-term engagement * Work with internal and external team members to position the Hill CDC and its work for maximum investment and engagement * Develop positioning strategies that differentiate the Hill CDC in competitive funding and partnership environments Qualifications * Bachelor degree in applicable field. Masters degree a plus. Candidates with commensurate experience and proven results will be considered * Demonstrated ability to integrate fundraising, marketing, and communications into a unified strategy * Exceptional writing ability with a proven track record of independently producing successful grant proposals and donor-facing materials * Superior written and verbal communication skills are essential * Proven discernment in knowing who to include in critical asks with key foundation, corporate, and political audiences * Experience engaging high-level stakeholders across philanthropic, corporate, civic, and political sectors * Results-oriented, highly organized, efficient, and self-reliant * Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines and produce high-volume, high-quality work in a fast-paced environment * 3–5 years experience with fundraising software and database management * Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Salesforce for donor management * Experience leveraging digital platforms and marketing tools to drive engagement and donor conversion preferred * Excellent attention to detail * Coachable; demonstrates use of lessons learned * Ability to multi-task and work in fast-paced environments * Highly responsive * Positive, professional, and amicable demeanor * Strong problem-solving skills and good judgment * Ability to work well independently and with other team members * Ability to interact with diverse groups of people such as community residents, elected officials, business executives, foundation representatives, etc. * Willingness to balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution; no task is too small when advancing the mission * Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable campaigns and measurable outcomes Work Environment * Non-Smoking Work Environment * Business Casual / Professional Dress * Valid PA Driver’s License and Personal Transportation Needed Pay and Benefits * Salary range $70K – $85K (Negotiable based on proven experience) * Paid bi-weekly * Insurance for Medical, Vision, Dental (80% Employer Funded) Powered by JazzHR OYwTted8eT