Envision Consulting, LLC · 2 months ago
Director of Development & Communications
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$135K/yr - $160K/yr
6+ years expStanford Sierra Youth & Families (SSYAF) is dedicated to providing comprehensive care to empower youth and families. The Director of Development and Communications leads philanthropic efforts and manages public relations to support the agency's mission, while fostering donor relationships and overseeing a team of staff.
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Responsibilities
Develop and implement visionary strategies for philanthropy and public relations, positioning the agency as a sector leader
Collaborate across programs and departments to identify economic support opportunities
Mentor staff and volunteers, fostering leadership in fund development and advocacy
Conduct staff meetings and employee training and development, including hiring, growth opportunities, and performance reviews
Work with CEO and leadership volunteers to empower Board members' fund development roles
Attend Board meetings and serve on the Board Development Committee
Leverage data analytics, key performance indicators, and donor software to optimize fundraising efforts and inform decision-making
Proactively identify and manage risks in fundraising and public relations activities
Create and maintain a donor-centered development plan with comprehensive relationship-building programs, including major gifts, annual giving, and grants
Evaluate internal and external factors affecting fund development, establishing short- and long-range plans
Develop a balanced funding mix and innovative fundraising strategies, including corporate sponsorships, major gifts, planned giving, and digital campaigns
Ensure proper maintenance of donor records and gift management systems, including informational reports with the Finance Department
Conduct prospect research to identify new donor engagement opportunities
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, laws, and ethical standards in fundraising
Provide expertise in media relations, crisis management, and social media management
Oversee high-quality branding and production of marketing materials
Develop compelling narratives communicating the organization's impact
Ensure public relations efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion
Establish collaborative relationships with community stakeholders and external entities
Manage and implement the Crisis Communication Plan, preparing Executive Leadership as spokespeople
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred
Minimum six (6) years of progressive fund development experience, preferably in the non-profit sector or a minimum of six (6) years of experience in a sales role at a for-profit company
Minimum four (4) years of public relations experience, including social media management, crisis communication, marketing, and public speaking
Proven ability to work with executive leadership and Board of Directors on strategic vision
Ability to inspire and develop teams, with an intuitive, hands-on management style that fosters growth and accountability
A demonstrated commitment to DEIB in management practices, professional development, and workplace culture
Skilled at establishing new community connections and deepening existing relationships
Expertise in crisis communication planning and spokesperson training
Ability to communicate passion for the mission and values of SSYAF
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and database management systems
Perform all duties in a manner consistent with the principles and values of SSYAF, while adhering to applicable professional codes of ethics, policies and procedures, contractor requirements, and regulatory requirements
Preferred
CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) or similar credential is a plus
Experience serving on a board of directors is a plus
Benefits
Excellent benefits package
Company
Envision Consulting, LLC
Envision Consulting partners exclusively with nonprofits all across the country on organizational assessments, strategic restructuring, leadership transitions and executive search, with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion integrated into all of their practices.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Allison Fuller
Partner/Co-Founder
Jonathan Zeichner
Managing Partner
Recent News
2025-10-23
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