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Community Development Partnership Director of Communication in Orleans, Massachusetts
The Community Development Partnership (CDP) seeks a Director of Communications to join our team of community development professionals & support the development & lead implementation of the organization\'s communications efforts. DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS ROLE The Director of Communications drives all aspects of CDP\'s communications with a clear goal: use powerful stories, data, & strong calls to action to boost CDP\'s visibility, deepen engagement, & acquire new supporters & donors. This role designs & executes integrated communications that: Raise CDP\'s visibility & strengthen our brand. Move audiences from awareness to engagement through clear, compelling calls to action. Acquire new donors, supporters, & advisors. Helps strengthen relationships to increase first-time donors, repeat donors, advisory council members, & supporters. Working closely with the Chief Advancement Officer (CAO), the Director of Communications develops & manages multi-channel campaigns (email, newsletters, website, social media, print, & events) & leverages outreach into concrete inbound opportunities for increased support & engagement. The Director of Communications will work from the CDP\'s office located at 180 Cranberry Highway, Orleans, MA & there is an opportunity to work remotely up to 3 days per week. This is a Full-Time Exempt Position (37.5 hours/week). Our Ideal Candidate Our ideal candidate is an ambitious, organized, & creative communications professional who is energized by using storytelling & digital tools to get people to act. They are comfortable owning the full communications function in a small, busy nonprofit including planning campaigns, writing & editing content, coordinating with colleagues & consultants, & watching the numbers to see what\'s working. They are mission-driven, humble, & collaborative, & they communicate clearly while seeking alignment with colleagues, leadership, & partners. Specific duties will include but not necessarily be limited to: Communications & Brand Leadership Partner with the CAO & organizational leadership to develop & execute a communications strategy that elevates CDP\'s visibility & supports revenue growth & public support. Ensure consistent, mission-driven messaging & visual branding across all channels & materials. Create & maintain annual communications & content plans tied to fundraising, donor acquisition, & program goals. Serve as an internal editor & copy editor: write newsletters & content, draft & edit press releases, refine copy for clarity & impact, & help staff frame stories through a philanthropic & constituent-focused lens. Identify & help pursue thought leadership opportunities (e.g., op-eds, speaking engagements) that raise CDP\'s profile. Fundraising Assist CAO in creating & executing fundraising campaigns, developing messaging, & using various communication channels (email, social media, website, etc.). Assist CAO in identifying & advancing revenue-generating opportunities. Assist with the execution of major events such as \"Summer Evening on the Farm,\" & house parties ensuring successful outreach, content creation, & logistics coordination. Compensation: Salary range is \$79,000 to \$85,000 annually. CDP also provides a generous package of benefits including vacation & sick time, health, dental & vision insurance, & retirement benefits that include a 403(b) plan with a 4% company match. This position is exempt, full-time (37.5 hours a week). The Selection Process To apply, please submit a cover letter describing your previous professional experience in detail & illustrate how those experiences have prepared you for this position. The cover letter must be followed by a resume, combined into a single PDF. Applications should be email to: Director of Communications in the subject line Jamie Bearse, Chief Advancement Officer jbearse@capecdp.org