What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing and Fundraising Director position at Operation Freedoms Paws?
Our Mission: At Operation Freedom Paws (OFP), we are dedicated to transforming the lives of veterans, first responders, children, and others suffering from complex trauma and illness by providing carefully matched service dogs and training to function as a bonded team. We believe in the power of partnership and work closely with providers of wraparound services to benefit both clients and their families. If you're passionate about making a difference, we invite you to join our team!
Job Description: The Development and Marketing Officer will be responsible for spearheading fundraising initiatives, managing donor relationships, and executing strategic marketing and communications efforts to drive the growth and sustainability of OFP. This individual will bring creative ideas to promote awareness, develop donor relations, and raise funds to support our programs and services. Key responsibilities include:
Fundraising & Development:
- Developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet annual revenue goals.
- Identifying grant opportunities, writing compelling proposals, and managing the submission and reporting processes for public and private funding sources.
- Planning and coordinating fundraising events to engage supporters and raise funds for our mission.
- Maintaining an accurate donor database, tracking all contributions and donor interactions.
Marketing & Communications:
- Developing and implementing a comprehensive marketing and communications plan that promotes our services, raises awareness of our mission, and drives donor support.
- Creating engaging content across all platforms, including social media, email newsletters, blog posts, website updates, and press releases.
- Collaborating with local and national media outlets to share the positive impact of our service dogs on veterans' lives.
- Utilizing social media platforms, Google Ads, SEO strategies, and other digital tools to expand our online presence and engagement with supporters.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or related field.
- At least 2-4 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, marketing, or communications, with a proven track record of success in both areas.
Job Description: The Development and Marketing Officer will be responsible for spearheading fundraising initiatives, managing donor relationships, and executing strategic marketing and communications efforts to drive the growth and sustainability of OFP. This individual will bring creative ideas to promote awareness, develop donor relations, and raise funds to support our programs and services. Key responsibilities include:
Fundraising & Development:
- Developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet annual revenue goals.
- Identifying grant opportunities, writing compelling proposals, and managing the submission and reporting processes for public and private funding sources.
- Planning and coordinating fundraising events to engage supporters and raise funds for our mission.
- Maintaining an accurate donor database, tracking all contributions and donor interactions.
Marketing & Communications:
- Developing and implementing a comprehensive marketing and communications plan that promotes our services, raises awareness of our mission, and drives donor support.
- Creating engaging content across all platforms, including social media, email newsletters, blog posts, website updates, and press releases.
- Collaborating with local and national media outlets to share the positive impact of our service dogs on veterans' lives.
- Utilizing social media platforms, Google Ads, SEO strategies, and other digital tools to expand our online presence and engagement with supporters.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or related field.
- At least 2-4 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, marketing, or communications, with a proven track record of success in both areas.
