Communications and Development Manager
Sustainable Connections - Bellingham, Washington, us, 98227Work at Sustainable Connections
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Job Title: Communications and Development Manager
Reports to: Development Director
Status: Permanent, full-time (40 hours/week), salaried non-exempt Primary Work Location: Sustainable Connections office -- 1701 Ellis St, Bellingham, WA
Physical attendance requirement (% of time on site): 80% on-site work and time in community required
Application deadline: August 19, 2024 at 11:59PM
Desired start: September 16, 2024
*About us: *
Join Sustainable Connections (SC), an entrepreneurial non-profit organization that works with dozens of partner organizations and over 2000 local businesses a year to advance a regenerative local economy that builds community, strengthens food systems, catalyzes climate solutions, and expands access to housing in NW Washington.
We strongly encourage applications from people of color, people from working-class backgrounds, women, LGBTQAI+ people, and those who are members of other marginalized communities. If you feel passionate about our efforts and believe that you have the skills to contribute to the growth of our organization, we want to hear from you - even if you do not believe you meet all of the criteria listed here!
Summary:
This position works closely with the Development Director and Program Managers to develop campaigns and marketing strategies to meet programmatic goals as well as organizational and fundraising goals. This includes developing, coordinating, and/or managing all digital and print media with the help of program staff. The Communications and Development Manager supervises the Events & Outreach Coordinator and the Communication & Events Coordinator.
Primary Responsibilities:
Marketing, Communications and Public Relations
Collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, including Development, Program Managers & Directors, and Administrative Manager to ensure cohesive messaging, brand consistency, and strategy are aligned.
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Graphics, Messaging & Branding
Creates or approves all graphics and content and oversees the creation of content across various platforms, including digital media, social media, websites, print materials, press releases, newsletters, annual reports, and other marketing collateral.
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Fundraising
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