Director of Development And Communications

TSS is collaborating with a nonprofit organization committed to breaking down barriers to children's success to hire a Director of Development & Communications for a permanent, full-time, onsite role in Brooklyn, NY. This role will move to hybrid once established.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This role will oversee a team of five and report directly to the Founder/CEO. 60% of this role will be dedicated to leading fundraising strategies to engage individuals, corporations, and foundations. 40% of this role will focus on overseeing, developing, and executing strategic external communications, branding, and marketing efforts to reengage community partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead development team efforts to raise over half of the organization's $6M budget.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising and communication plan.
• Oversee development and communications teams, collaborating with consultants, finance, and program staff.
• Partner with the CEO, SVP of Organizational Development & Initiatives, and Board committees.

Corporate Partnerships

• Cultivate and expand corporate relationships to drive engagement and funding.
• Develop corporate partner pipelines and engagement strategies.
• Optimize corporate volunteer experiences.

Individual Giving

• Support leadership in donor cultivation and fundraising efforts.
• Identify and engage major donors while guiding Board fundraising initiatives.
• Implement donor cultivation, stewardship, and annual giving strategies.

Foundation & Grant Management

• Build and maintain relationships with private and corporate foundations.
• Oversee grant prospecting, proposal submissions, and reporting.
• Collaborate with finance and program teams for budget and data reporting.

Special Events

• Plan and execute events to engage donors and increase visibility.
• Work with event planners and Board committees to maximize impact.

Communications & Public Relations

• Develop and manage outreach strategies to enhance organizational visibility.
• Work with PR firm and internal teams to coordinate media and storytelling efforts.
• Oversee digital engagement, marketing materials, and public education initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising in a leadership role.
• Experience in nonprofits focused on human rights or social justice is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Relations, Marketing or Communications. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully securing major gifts, individual, foundation, grants, and corporate sponsorships of at least $2M a year.
• Experience building a marketing and communications strategy to engage external partners. Including digital and social media platforms.
• Experience working with Boards and committees.
• Strong storytelling and messaging skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Experience managing and growing donor databases, preferably Salesforce.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The salary range for this role is $150,000-$160,000yr DOE. Benefits offered: Health Benefits, PTO, holiday pay, sick pay, 403b, and more!

ABOUT US

TSS (Temporary Staffing & Search) is a boutique employment agency established in 1999, dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with organizations that are making a difference. Originally founded as Temporary Staffing by Suzanne Ltd., TSS has evolved over the years while maintaining its core belief: that every person has value and deserves to be treated with respect. We are still a woman-owned enterprise, and we continue to nurture the strong personal relationships we've built over the past two decades within our extensive network of job seekers and employers.

TSS proudly follows all equal opportunity employment policies and employs personnel without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status.

TSS specializes in working with mission-driven organizations, particularly in the non-profit and foundation sectors. Our deep understanding of this space allows us to offer tailored staffing solutions that make a meaningful impact.

We thrive on engaging with candidates and clients to understand their unique needs. Our success is rooted in developing long-lasting relationships, providing extraordinary care, attention, and time to every assignment or placement.

As TSS moves forward, we’re embracing cutting-edge advancements in technology to broaden our reach and refine our approach. By integrating AI-driven insights, we can expand our network, connect with a more diverse pool of candidates, and present tailored job opportunities that align precisely with clients' needs. This blend of technology and fresh perspectives allows us to remain a leader in the staffing industry, dedicated to creating meaningful, forward-thinking connections while still staying on top of best practices.

Our mission at TSS is to use employment as a tool to contribute to the good of society. We believe that diverse voices, experiences, and talent inspire the innovation and empathy needed to create a better world.