As the Director of External Affairs for Fundraising and Communications, you will play a crucial role in developing and executing strategies to effectively engage with external stakeholders, raise funds, and enhance our organization's public image. Your primary responsibility will be to lead fundraising initiatives, cultivate donor relationships, and oversee all aspects of communications to promote our mission and goals. An ideal candidate for this position is a mission oriented team player who enjoys working with a diverse group of people to advance the mission of WCA. This role requires the ability to work independently on numerous tasks and issues at one time and meet strict deadlines. Candidates who are interdisciplinary in nature will thrive in this position.Key Responsibilities Fundraising Strategy:Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies, alongside Executive Director and Board, that are aligned with our mission and financial goals.Identify and target potential donors, sponsors, and funding opportunities, both individual and institutional, to secure financial support.Plan and execute fundraising campaigns, events, and initiatives to attract and retain donors.Donor Cultivation:Establish and maintain relationships with existing donors, ensuring timely communication and stewardship to nurture ongoing support.Identify and engage with potential major donors, cultivating long-term partnerships.Create personalized donor acknowledgment and recognition programs to show appreciation for contributions.WCA Director of External AffairsCommunications and Public Relations:Develop and oversee the organization's communication strategy with support from staff and consultants to enhance its public image and promote its activities effectively.Supervise the organization's website, social media channels, and other communication platforms.Create compelling content, including press releases, newsletters, and marketing materials, to engage stakeholders and the public.Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communication channels.Collaborate with program teams to design and implement marketing campaigns that effectively communicate the organization's impact and achievements.Community Engagement:Act as a representative of the organization, building relationships with community members, partners, and other stakeholders.Attend community events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote the organization's mission and build a strong network of supporters.Board and Reporting:Attend monthly board meetings and staff nominating and development committees.Support board involvement in resource development to identify, cultivate and secure giving opportunities.Provide regular reports on fundraising efforts, communication metrics, and progress toward goals to the Executive Director and Board of Directors.Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesThe ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successful and progressively responsible experience in nonprofit development and communication. Bachelor's degree in a related field advanced degree preferred.Proven experience in fundraising and donor cultivation for a non profit organization.Experience in working with Every Action or a similar CRM platform.Ability to leverage information from CRM data to inform fundraising and communications strategies.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire stakeholders at all levels.

　　To ApplyEmail resume and cover letter to [email protected] and include Director of External Affairs in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please.