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Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools Director of Development & Communications in Vancouver, Washington
POSITION: Director of Development & Communications
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: full-time, exempt, in person
HOURS: salaried position, some weekend work as needed
COMPENSATION: $75,000-$90,000/yr. plus benefits and PTO
MISSION & VISION OF FVPS
The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools provides essential resources and opportunities for students to reach their full potential, through collaboration and partnership with our community, students, families, and Vancouver Public School (VPS) staff. So that our students enjoy their educational journey and have the resources to fully realize their aspirations.
JUSTICE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION (JEDI) STATEMENT
The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools (FVPS) is committed to becoming an Anti-Racist Multicultural Organization in order to eliminate opportunity gaps. We will share our work in equity and inclusion with our transformational partners as well as with educators and advocates throughout our district to create racially just and humanizing educational systems.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Development & Communications will work closely with the Executive Director to create a calendar of activities & strategy which supports the fundraising and communication needs of the Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools. As an organization we are working on reinventing ourselves in how we approach fundraising and so it is vital for the person in this role to come with creativity and innovation. This role will oversee the Communications Coordinator and Development Associate.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Director of Development & Communications will report directly to the Executive Director.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
60-80% working closely with the Executive Director to:
- Design an annual strategy/calendar to meet fundraising, marketing, & communication goals
- Develop & execute our annual fundraising luncheon with the support of FVPS staff & board
- Implement the VPS Staff Campaign and VPS Student Chest Drive
- Work with committees on peer to peer fundraisers like our Annual Couve Clover Run
- Strategize on planned & legacy giving
20-40% working independently to:
- Identify, cultivate & maintain strong donor & partnership relationships
- Work with Board of Directors and Committees to implement additional fundraising activities
- Supervise the Communications Coordinator and Development Associate
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
3-5 years of experience in donor development, community outreach, or closely related field; preferably in a non-profit environment, educational setting, or a public service organization.
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