The RoleThe Officer, Philanthropy Communications will develop compelling content to support private fundraising, with an emphasis on securing and/or enhancing foundation partnerships and supporting 'big bet fundraising' efforts with foundations and related partners . The role will be responsible for overseeing and creating donor communications (i.e. concept notes, proposals, reports, fact sheets, newsletters, gift acknowledgment emails/letters, visual/digital assets) for use by fundraisers to steward foundation donor relationships at the six-figure level and above. The Officer will also be responsible for supporting new business opportunities with fundraisers and program staff and providing generic and specialized donor communications materials during fundraising efforts for emergencies. This role will collaborate regularly with fundraisers, technical program staff and country office colleagues to strategize and develop donor-facing materials.
LocationHybrid - Washington DC, Fairfield, CT or Lexington, KY office locations
What You'll Be Doing (Essential Duties)*not inclusive of all role responsibilities. May be subject to change.Develop of communications products. (60%)- Take ownership of communications projects, overseeing the creation and editing of content sourced from program and country office staff to develop final products such as reports, proposals, and concept papers. Ensure consistency and accuracy of information at all stages of project communication. Tailor writing style to align with the technical expertise of donors, avoiding unnecessary jargon and presenting information effectively to achieve desired outcomes. Liaise with fundraisers to ensure that initial activities outlined in concept notes or proposals are appropriately reflected (or omitted) in the reports.
- Interact regularly with fundraisers and program staff to understand projects and donor needs and request additional information and clarification as needed to complete projects successfully.
- Support the execution of thought leadership opportunities with key donors and develop timely and compelling pieces (blogposts, op-eds, etc.) to position Save the Children as leaders in children's rights and protection.
Liaison with Strategic Foundation Partnerships team and Marketing & Growth teams leading on Big Bet philanthropy. (20%)- Stay current on the evolution of the foundation landscape and philanthropic trends, as well as the internal strategy of the Strategic Foundation Partnerships team and key accounts
- Partner with fundraisers to ensure timely delivery of quality materials in optimal formats to support foundation engagement and increased giving in alignment with established program priorities.
- Collaborate on the creative and strategic use of resources (i.e., virtual donor roundtables) that will provide an experiential link to Save the Children's programs and will provide a full range of donor engagement opportunities.
- Garner feedback from fundraisers on content with an eye toward continuous improvement to meet/exceed donor needs/expectations.
Design visual/digital assets and identify/pilot the use of new tools and approaches (20%)- Develop an array of digital communications directed at fundraising for high value donors, such as customized microsites
- Design and develop compelling pieces (blogposts, op-eds) and multimedia assets, such as newsletters, infographics, videos, blogs, etc.
- Develop, collaborate, and make recommendations on potential digital content, including web stories, and social media posts that enhance the visibility of programs and partnerships.
- Manage asset development with third-party vendors when it comes to video content and design projects.
Required qualifications for the role- Minimum of a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, plus at least 5 years of relevant experience
- Experience with philanthropic strategy and communications, including direct donor engagement to secure funding for priority projects.
- Creativity and innovative thinking working with communications colleagues on the creation of donor outreach to increase engagement and commitment.
- Project management and organizational skills including detail orientation, with ability to oversee multiple deliverables, manage stakeholder groups with potentially different points of view and adapt to evolving priorities
- A high level of integrity and work ethic including the ability to maintain professional demeanor in high pressure environments
- Professional proficiency in MS Office suite
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with individuals and teams at all levels, both internally and externally
- Professional proficiency in spoken and written English
Preferred qualifications for the role- Previous experience with creative platforms like InDesign, Shorthand, Canva and Flourish
- Experience working in non-profit organizations
CompensationSave the Children is offering the following salary ranges for this position, dependent on candidate location:
- Geo 1 - NY Metro, DC, and other locations with labor costs significantly above national average: Target Salary for this position is $91,800 - $102,600 base salary
- Geo 2 - Locations around the US National Labor Cost Average: Target Salary for this position is $83,725 - $93,575 base salary
- Geo 3 - Locations significantly below the US National Labor Cost Average: Target Salary for this position is $74,800 - $83,600 base salary
The salary ranges listed above are for US based candidates. For candidates located outside of the US, salary ranges will be based on the salary scales of the local employer of record. Actual base salary may vary based on, but not limited to, relevant experience, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location (more information on job structure is available here).
