Children's Law Center of Massachusetts · 1 day ago
Development and Communications Manager
Lynn, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$62K/yr - $62K/yr
3+ years expThe Children's Law Center of Massachusetts (CLCM) is seeking a Development and Communications Manager to drive fundraising initiatives and execute effective communications to further their mission. This role involves overseeing marketing efforts, managing donor engagement, and collaborating with a mission-driven team to enhance CLCM’s reputation among supporters and partners.
ChildrenLegalNon Profit
Hiring Manager
Antonia C.
Responsibilities
Lead digital communications efforts, including social media, email campaigns, website, including consistent content development across platforms
Design and produce materials such as newsletters, annual reports, brochures and fundraising appeals
Design and deliver social media content, email newsletters, e-blasts, and printed materials using Canva, Mailchimp, Squarespace and other tools
Write, proof, and publish content and copy across social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn)
Maintain branding standards and consistency in all materials
Ensure that all communications align with CLCM’s mission, advocacy and strategic goals
Manage the logistics and execution of annual fund appeals and donor campaigns, including timelines, print and digital mailings and donor list segmentation
Create and distribute email communications in Mailchimp and other platforms, supporting donor engagement through list segmentation, timely messaging, and engaging storytelling
Track campaign performance and provide post-campaign analysis to inform future strategies; track key performance indicators, such as website visits, online fundraising, event attendance, email subscribers etc
Engage with donors to cultivate ongoing relationships and deepen donor engagement through multi-platform interactions including strategies for those who donate less than $500 annually as well as DAF giving
Oversee donor CRM: enter gifts, track interactions, run reports, and ensure data integrity
Prepare and send routine donor acknowledgments, thank-you cards, and campaign updates
Collaborate with senior leadership to develop a plan for strategic growth across multiple revenue streams, including individuals, corporations, and foundations
Work with the CLCM Board of Directors Development Committee to coach Board members on fundraising and leveraging connections; collaborate to plan and execute 2027 50th Anniversary celebration
Identify donors, foundations, corporations, and other key stakeholders through effective research, outreach, meetings, and visits with prospective and current funders in collaboration with the Executive Director
Identify grant opportunities and assist with grant proposals and report submissions, along with other related materials for new and existing funders in collaboration with the Executive Director
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience in fundraising, development operations, or communications in a nonprofit or analogous setting
Excellent communication skills including experience communicating an organization's mission and impact effectively and ensuring message consistency across multiple mediums
Strong storytelling and content creation skills and ability to translate mission, impact and programs into compelling copy and visuals for a variety of channels (email, social, print and web)
Belief in CLCM's mission and ability to explain the mission and impact effectively
Commitment to social justice
Excellent writing and editing capabilities for the creation of various communications including informational/marketing needs, donor/funder correspondence and electronic communications
Strong digital skills: experience using Microsoft Office Suite and basic design experience (for example Canva or equivalent program) required. At ease with learning or already experienced with other platforms such as Constant Contact, Squarespace, and with any CRM software
Experience with social media platforms and familiarity with digital marketing strategies
Detail-oriented and well-organized. Able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines independently
Ability to work collaboratively within a culturally and racially diverse team; Strong understanding and practice of cultural humility and respect for others
Preferred
Previous experience working in a legal setting and comfort understanding, communicating, and translating legalese for external communications
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from donors, volunteers, public
Graphic design skills or willingness to learn
Proficiency with Google Ads, Google Analytics
Prior experience with event planning
Experience using AI tools to generate quality content and improve efficiency and effectiveness of communications
Benefits
Individual medical and dental insurance with premium 100% covered
403(b) program with employer match eligibility
Numerous professional development opportunities
Paid leave including sick, vacation, personal and holidays
Hybrid Workplace with the expectation that staff maintain a regular in-person presence at CLCM’s Lynn Office which is accessible via commuter rail, MBTA bus; parking available
Company
Children's Law Center of Massachusetts
Children's Law Center of Massachusetts helps children by providing trainings, technical aid, broader policy work, and litigation services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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