What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director, Community and Philanthropic Development position at Spencer's and Spirit Halloween?
Overview
We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: “Life’s a Party, We’re Makin’ It Fun!” and “So Much Fun It’s Scary!”
At Spencer’s and Spirit Halloween, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.
One Team / One Goal
We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it’s developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Flexible work environment
- Career advancement
- Competitive base salary
- Bonus opportunity
- Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
- 401k with a company match
- 30% merchandise discount
Responsibilities
The Associate Director, Community and Philanthropic Development will lead and oversee our nationally recognized charity, community actions, and charitable programs. This role is designed for an experienced professional with a passion for making a meaningful impact. This individual will cultivate partnerships with partner hospitals and nonprofit organizations, and manage fundraising goals and drives, impacting programs that align with the company's mission and values. This position will be instrumental in enhancing our reputation as a community-focused organization
- Community Outreach & Strategy: Lead community initiatives that align with company values, including building relationships with our partner hospitals, nonprofits, and local organizations
- Fundraising & Event Management: Oversee fundraising campaigns and charity events, ensuring they support company objectives and drive community involvement
- Program Evaluation & Budget Management: Track the effectiveness of programs, adjust for impact, and manage budgets to ensure financial efficiency
- Team Leadership & Cross-Department Collaboration: Guide the community action team to effectively deliver initiatives, collaborate with internal departments such as Human Resources and Marketing, and identify new partnership opportunities to expand charitable efforts
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior-level position within community relations, nonprofit development, charitable organizations, or corporate philanthropy sector
- Proven experience managing outreach programs, fundraising events, and charitable initiatives with a deep passion for community development and connecting people to meaningful causes
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience presenting to diverse audiences
- Expertise in developing long-term community and organizational partnerships
- Solid understanding of budgeting for charitable programs and exceptional organizational skills for managing multiple projects
- Experience managing a team or leading a department focused on charitable giving preferred
- Familiarity with digital fundraising platforms, social media engagement, marketing strategies and knowledge of corporate donations and community investment models preferred
