Chief Development and Marketing Officer (Nonprofit)
Blue Ash, OH

The Chief Development and Marketing Officer (CDMO) is responsible for ensuring the success of all fundraising, government relations, advocacy, marketing, and communication efforts for Girl Scouts of Western Ohio. The CDMO is responsible for creating, leading, and implementing a multifaceted and integrated communications and outreach strategy targeted to external audiences, members, volunteers, funders, donors, board, and constituents to build the organization's visibility, impact, and financial resources. The CDMO will lead a team of professionals responsible for fundraising, donor relations, communications, public relations, marketing, publications, and social media functions for the organization. The CDMO is a member of the executive management team and helps guide the council’s direction and strategy with a focus on resource development and brand acceleration and collaborative projects across departments in support of the organization and its mission. Position must be based in Cincinnati, OH. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Department and Organizational Leadership

• Leads efforts to raise increasing contributed revenue annually through individual, corporate, federal/state/local government, and foundation funding.
• Alongside the CEO, represent Girl Scouts of Western Ohio throughout the region and the Girl Scout movement, and articulates the GSWO mission to external constituents, partner organizations, and potential funders.
• Actively participate in and lead Executive and Senior Leadership Team meetings as requested, helping to develop and implement strategies that ensure GSWO’s long-term success. Leads by example in cultivating a culture of philanthropy and collaboration throughout the staff and volunteer leadership.
• Create annual Development and MarComm strategic plan, including team performance goals and metrics; track progress and report results; regularly evaluate effectiveness of plan and make modifications as needed.
• Establish and oversee all short- and long-term development strategies, including ROI, goals, objectives, metrics, and tracking and reporting of benchmarks.
• Provides strategic oversight on the development and execution of successful marketing and public relations campaigns to increase knowledge and awareness of Girl Scouts of Western Ohio, its mission, activities, and impact in 32 counties in western Ohio and southeast Indiana.
• Works with the Marketing and Communications Director to develop multifaceted internal and external communications strategy, including e-mail, website, social media platforms, digital advertising, texting, print, radio, and televised media.
• Interfaces with other Girl Scout Councils and GSUSA on fund development, marketing, and public relations initiatives.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the development department including building an effective team through recruitment, professional development, coaching, mentorship, performance management and motivational leadership.
• Collaborates across departments to create an environment that nurtures a philanthropic mindset, inclusive culture and collaborative approach to community engagement and achieving the mission.

Fundraising and Donor Relationship Management

• Manage a personal portfolio of at least 45-50 major donors/prospects, corporate, foundation, and wealth advisor relationships, as well as assists CEO with personal portfolio management.
• Oversee all aspects of fundraising across the organization including corporate and foundation partners, special events (internal and partner events) and individual giving. Attend all fundraising events and key partner events throughout the region.
• Develop and implement the written plan and budget to identify, cultivate, ask, and steward individuals and institutions for annual giving campaigns, capital campaigns, major gifts, planned giving, corporate sponsorships, grants, in-kind donations, and special events to achieve annual revenue and budgetary goals.
• Ensures establishment of and compliance with Girl Scouts of Western Ohio’s development and philanthropic principles, policies, and procedures and collaborate with Finance Department to ensure cash flow from charitable giving is appropriately budgeted and operational expectations are met.
• Find new ways to meet funding needs in a fast-paced environment by ideating and implementing creative approaches to fundraising challenges.
• Oversee effective donor and prospect tracking and research through utilization of donor database and other tools and resources.
• Coordinate with finance and program departments to ensure accuracy of gift tracking and reporting.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, maintains accountability standards to donors and ensures compliance with code of ethical principles and standards of professional conduct for fundraising executives.
• Successfully executes other duties as assigned.

Board of Directors

• Engage and inspire the Board of Directors in fundraising strategy and achievement with a focus on identification, cultivation, and stewardship of donors, the annual board leadership campaign and board fundraising efforts. Serve as the staff partner to the Fund Development committee of the board. Provide reports for each board meeting and inform CEO of progress toward board campaign goals.
• Remain informed of advancements in philanthropy and fund development as well as the general fields of management and the not-for-profit sector; informs the CEO, development committee, and board on current trends, issues, problems, and activities. Provide training, support, and resources to the Board of Directors to ensure impactful engagement in philanthropy and advocacy.
• Develop and provide leadership to advisory board(s) to serve as GSWO ambassadors in the community to fuel fundraising, advocacy and stakeholder relations as a complement to the board of directors and in support of cultivating new board members.

COMPETENCIES

• Fund development 
• Exceptional communication and marketing skills 
• Personal integrity and professional conduct 
• Project management 
• Collaborative leadership
• Strategic Thinking
• Financial Acumen 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position manages all employees working on their assigned projects.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.  This position is eligible for teleworking.

TRAVEL
Travel is primarily withing the Council’s jurisdiction (32 counties of western Ohio and southeastern Indiana) during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution required, with a preferred emphasis in fundraising, sales, marketing, public relations, or business.
• CFRE preferred.
• Minimum five years of leadership experience demonstrating progressive responsibility for staff leadership, revenue achievement and strategy development and implementation across multiple functions.
• Minimum ten years of professional fundraising or relatable sales/business development experience demonstrating competency in fundraising, sales, community relations, marketing/public relations, and solicitation.
• Proven track record of soliciting six-figure gifts and achieving$2 million revenue goals.
• Demonstrated knowledge of fundraising including donor cultivation and solicitation, planning, evaluation, ethics, and donor relationship management platforms.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Passionate about the mission of Girl Scouts of Western Ohio and able to tell compelling stories that engage stakeholders in our mission through contributions and partnerships.
• Ability to network throughout the region, identifying and fostering meaningful relationships with individuals from all walks of life and backgrounds.
• Significant staff leadership experience and proven ability to build and motivate high performing teams.
• Experience working with and developing impactful boards.
• Fiscal management, goal-setting, data analysis, reporting and budget development skills.
• Computer skills preferred include MS Office, Salesforce or other CRMs, Adobe Experience Manager, and donor platforms for research and relationship management (such as Donor Perfect, Raisers Edge, Bloomerang, Constant Contact, iWave). Working knowledge of marketing techniques and platforms.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Must uphold and support Girl Scouts of Western Ohio’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging as codified in our DEI Vision Statement and values, and the Girl Scout Promise and Law.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license, liability insurance and functioning vehicle for work within the Girl Scouts of Western Ohio region.
• Successful completion of fingerprinting and a criminal background check as required by Ohio law.
• Commitment to making a difference in girls’ lives as expressed in the Ends statements; mission and goals for girls, as noted in the Board Policy Manual.
• Must maintain annual or lifetime membership in Girl Scouts at all times and an adult Girl Scout uniform (navy business attire).

BENEFITS  
We value our employees’ time and efforts. The compensation range for this position is $140,000 to $150,000K plus a generous benefits package.

PERKS

• Ability to build your skills and grow your career
• Supportive environment for learning and development.
• Flexibility for work/life balance
• Opportunity for hybrid teleworking arrangement
• Medical, dental, vision, accident, life insurance, and more!
• 401K- 100% match up to 5% salary
• 1 week off between Christmas and New Years
• 17 days PTO
• 6 days sick time
• A high-achieving and fun team
• Casual dress code

Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. GSWO is an EEO/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

Job Title:                      Communications Specialist

Reports to:                 Director of Education

FLSA Status:             Exempt

Hours:                          Full time. Flexible hybrid schedule. Occasional evenings and weekends.

Compensation:       $45,000-$50,000 yearly with benefits

Background:

HOME is a non-profit civil rights organization serving the greater Cincinnati area in southwest Ohio (Hamilton, Clermont, Butler and Warren counties). Founded in 1968, HOME seeks to eliminate unlawful discrimination in housing, enforce housing regulations for all people, and promote stable, integrated communities. HOME’s programs include tenant advocacy, fair housing enforcement, policy advocacy, and education and outreach.

Position Overview:

The Communications Specialist will be an integral member of the team dedicated to leveraging mixed media and strategic communications to further HOME’s mission. Working under general direction, the Communications Specialist will develop and implement multiple marketing and communications strategies to ensure effective, consistent, timely messaging across multiple platforms to promote HOME’s brand identity, mission, and resources.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works with the Director of Education to set, execute, monitor and evaluate communications and marketing goals.
• Develops and maintains communications and marketing schedules and deadlines.
• Develops and implements communications strategies and procedures that represent HOME’s brand identity and promotes and supports the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
• Seeks new methods and creative strategies to increase awareness of HOME’s value to the community as well as its services and resources.
• Coordinates the production and dissemination of content for the organization website, social media accounts, advertisements, reports, press releases, fact sheets, flyers, and newsletters.
• Maintains HOME website ensuring content is relevant, timely, and fresh.
• Creates and organizes print and digital communications materials for HOME, including innovative content for social media channels.
• Collaborates with communications and marketing staff at partner organizations to maximize impact of outreach and marketing efforts.
• Facilitates training and outreach events in collaboration with the Director of Education.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a hybrid work structure, both in-office and remotely depending on the schedule and tasks. HOME is located in Cincinnati, Ohio and staff members currently work in office most Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
• Evenings/weekends and off-site work will be routinely required, which is why the work schedule is flexible.
• Physical Demands: Typical office job with frequent sitting, talking, hearing, and computer usage. Routine outreach events will require the ability to transport equipment and resources to and from outreach sites including set up and tear down with wheeled equipment provided.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Successful Candidate Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field, OR equivalent combination of training and/or experience (degree helpful but not required)
• Excellent communication skills including writing and editing/proofreading (English)
• Ability to effectively communicate with wide range of stakeholders, including community residents, public and private housing industry professionals, and housing consumers from various backgrounds.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of and experience with communication tools and software (Microsoft Suite, Wix, Canva, Constant Contact, Meta Business Suite, social media etc.) and the ability to learn quickly
• Comfortable taking initial direction then transitioning to independent work where you are required to be a self-starter and manage your time effectively
• Strengths around creativity, resourcefulness, persistence, and self-reflection; open to trying new approaches and adjusting based on feedback and organizational goals.
• Passion for HOME’s mission and community engagement/service and civil rights
• A valid driver’s license and insured vehicle to transport yourself and materials to events

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. HOME supports affirmative action and is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary and Benefits: $45,000 - $50,000 depending on qualifications. HOME provides a flexible, hybrid work schedule with health, dental, vision and supplemental insurance, retirement benefit match (3%), paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid personal leave.

How to apply: Please send a detailed resume, cover letter, and sample(s) of your writing/content creation to Rebecca.Griffin@homecincy.org and include “Communications Specialist” in the subject line. No phone calls please. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until position is filled.

GRANT WRITER

• Research federal, state, council-wide and regional grant opportunities. Identify funding sources and manage the research process to assign priority for potential and existing funders.
• Work with leadership, service delivery and finance staff to qualify grant funding opportunities that align with organizational priorities and strategies.
• Prepare, write, edit, and submit grant proposals, applications, letters of inquiry, and grant reports. Gather and generate all relevant data and financial information, including budgets for proposals and reports in collaboration with service delivery and financial staff.
• Develop and maintain grant application and reporting calendars for all grant proposals and reports. Ensure timely and accurate preparation of proposals, grant billings, and reports.
• Cultivate relationships with current and potential funders including management and coordination of site visits and meetings. Follow up with funders regarding proposals under consideration and steward relationships for awarded grants.
• Maintain organized records of grant applications, correspondence and funding agreements.
• Ensures compliance with all funder guidelines regarding grant administration. Communicates all award terms and conditions to the designated personnel.
• Supports grant implementation by coordinating meetings with service delivery and finance staff to develop program management goals, budgets, and timelines and to ensure that all grant targets are met. Works with program managers, finance, data, and evaluation staff to collect all necessary statistical, budget, evaluation, and programmatic information for grant reporting.
• Work with the Chief Development Officer to outline the fiscal year’s grant cycle and grant fundraising goal. Assist the development team in creating the annual development plan and budget as well as the long-term development strategy for the council.
• Responsible for the GSWO Annual Report by gathering and writing the content for both the print and digital versions, and working collaboratively with marketing, community development, program, and data and evaluation to create an impactful presentation of the council’s annual results.
• Lead staff education and communication about grant opportunities.
• Assist with other fundraising projects as requested.

1. Written & Verbal Communication 
2. Grant/Budget Management
3. Financial Acumen
4. Information Management
5. Problem Solving
6. Teamwork
7. Project Management

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Five or more years of proven experience in grant writing and reporting, with a track record of securing funding from foundations, corporations and/or government agencies.
• Proficiency in budget development and financial reporting for grants.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Asana, and familiarity with grant management and research software.
• Proficiency in research, interpretation, and analysis of diverse data. Proficiency in research and the ability to identify funding opportunities that align with the organization’s goals.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment committed to contributing to the organizational goals.

• Experience in the nonprofit sector, particularly in youth development, education or social services.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal funding sources.
• Familiarity with donor management systems (e.g., Salesforce, Raisers Edge, Donor Perfect, Bloomerang).

BENEFITS  

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by a compensation of $55,000 - $65,000 salary and a generous benefits package.

PERKS

• Ability to build your skills and grow your career
• Supportive environment for learning and development.
• Flexibility for work/life balance
• Opportunity for hybrid teleworking arrangement
• Medical, dental, vision, accident, life insurance, and more!
• 401K- 100% match up to 5% salary
• 1 week off between Christmas and New Years
• 12 days PTO
• 6 days sick time
• A high-achieving and fun team
• Casual dress code

Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. GSWO is an EEO/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

Posted:  August 14, 2024

TITLE:  Associate Director, National Lieutenant Governors Association (NLGA)

FLSA DESIGNATION:  Exempt

REPORTS TO:  Executive Director, National Lieutenant Governors Association (NLGA)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

NLGA Development (approx. 40% of position)

• Performs all-sources development:  fundraising, sales, invoicing, collection, tracking and reporting, service, recognition, renewal, and relationship building and maintenance
• Responsible to meet goal amounts
• Initiate and complete private sector membership and sponsorship sales, including in-kind donations, in-kind events, and possible grant application completion and writing
• Role in fundraising for three+ meetings a year, largely from the private sector
• Assist in identification of opportunities from private sector, partners, foundations, and entities of government to fund policy research, seminars, capital expenses, international travel, or other
• Maintenance of all development through service, relationship building, billing & collections, renewals, tracking and reporting, etc.

NLGA Meetings, Marketing, and Membership Services (approx. 35% of position) 

• Represent the Association, its members and the office of lieutenant governor professionally and in a non-partisan manner
• Responsible for speakers’ technical needs for 3+ meetings/yr
• Second-in-command for meeting development, planning and execution, which may include lead on site visit and hotel selection, working with hotel on contractual issues, and management of and issues related to the hotel block
• Initiates/responds to public and private sector members and the press
• Assist in development of web site(s), and content for and posting to web site(s)
• Continue or initiate emerging media services including webinars, social media, etc.
• Become a primary user of the association database system, web site, and financial reporting system through self-guided study
• Become a primary user of other software/systems necessary to operate NLGA (i.e. Microsoft and Adobe products, QuickBooks, Good Grants, WordPress, etc.), through self-guided study
• Initiate improvements to NLGA communications, including web site, meeting materials, meeting agenda book, e-newsletter, printed newsletter, annual report, portfolio, more, and assist in writing and completion of each on deadline and suggest new or replacement opportunities
• Assist in content development for all NLGA services, products, publications and meetings
• Identify, initiate, service, and maintain new and existing services, projects, and opportunities for public and private sector members and staff
• Write research papers, news stories, newsletter articles, press releases, & various updates

NLGA Project Work (approx.25% of position)

• To accept and readily assume a leadership role in the association sharing with the Director ideas and advice on short and long term planning, priorities, and strategic vision, while understanding the small nature of the association means the Associate Director performs his/er own and Association daily tasks (i.e. typing, telephone answering, filing, lifting and moving crates and boxes, etc.)
• Staff various sessions, meetings or missions which may contain international guests or to plan or help plan international missions, where this employee may not be attending, may also be attending, or may be attending as the lead or sole staff person
• To serve as committee or project director on a myriad of topics. Duties include agenda and minutes preparation, budget compliance, fiscal and/or policy analysis, development and maintenance of technical aspects
• To lead various projects which may include web site creation or maintenance, reporting including grant or other reporting, planning and conducting webinars, etc.
• To personally conduct all research, outreach or other elements of a project or proposal
• Perform original research, writing and presentations on an array of project or issue areas
• Perform original research, writing and presentations on issues related to the office of lieutenant governor or NLGA projects or NLGA operations

All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree required.  Additional certification(s)/study are valued.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience as project leader is a required minimum, Associate Director or Manager-level experience preferred.
• At least five years of relevant experience.
• Must have a proven record of completing work independently, meeting deadlines and goals with little supervision.
• Must possess proven political acumen, stalwart discretion and judgment, and immense professionalism.
• Proven track-record of development and fundraising from various sources (i.e. private sector, membership sales, successful grant writing experience, success obtaining or managing funding) is necessary.
• Knowledge of state government and experience in event planning/meeting management preferred but not required.
• Must have some technical knowledge including print communications, PowerPoint and other technology used at conferences. Web site experience is a plus.
• Must have exemplary communication skills, including oral presentations and sales ability, and in written communications including press releases, academic findings, annual reports, and/or news stories.
• Demonstrated experience in issue analysis or original research and presentation, published or presented works, is a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS

• This individual must show initiative and be an independent and team worker, must have stalwart discretion and judgment, must multi-task, and must be an accountable, cooperative, collaborative, non-partisan team player.
• While working with NLGA at its highest level, this individual must also know they have no administrative support and they will be a hands-on employee in every way from answering phones to packing, lifting and shipping boxes.
• Must be able to independently lift and transport 40-pounds in a repetitive series. Must be willing to work long hours, be consistently on-call, and travel up to 10 – 20% of the time, including internationally.
• Must have or be able to obtain valid passport.
• Must accountably accept responsibility and leadership, and hold confidences.

LOCATION

Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati Metropolitan Area (Office in Covington, KY) (may negotiate limited telecommuting)

Salary:  $55,000 - 65,000 annual

Interested applicants should email a cover letter and professional resume to Kellie Rittershausen, kritters@nlga.us.  Applications will be reviewed as they are received until September 13 or until the position is filled.

Position Purpose: Last Mile Food Rescue is a Greater Cincinnati food rescue organization on a mission to save good food and get it to those who need it most. By using the power of volunteers fueled by technology (a mobile app called Last Mile), we connect Food Donors with Nonprofits Agencies who serve the region’s food insecure with volunteer drivers, fighting wasted food and helping to end the hunger. Since opening our doors in November 2020, Last Mile Food Rescue has seen incredible growth, rescuing well over 9 Million pounds of desirable food. Volunteers love the simplicity of the app and accessibility of volunteering close to home. Food Donors and Non-profit Agencies see Last Mile as a critical partner in the effort to eliminate food waste and hunger in our region.

The LMFR Executive Administrator is a part-time position (20 – 30 hrs per week) that provides administrative and clerical support to the Chief Executive Officer as well as general office management.

Major Responsibilities:

The Executive Administrator will magnify the impact of the work of Last Mile Food Rescue through assisting with a variety of administrative and development tasks. 

The EA is a natural relationship-builder and taskmaster who thrives in a creative, fast-paced, impact-oriented environment and is deeply aligned with our mission to end wasted food and food insecurity in our community. This position requires the ability to work well with the CEO, staff, and the public in an active environment, and efficiently accomplish multiple duties and tasks successfully. 

Responsibilities will include: 

Administrative Support

• Provide support for the CEO including managing communications, scheduling, and calendars, generating reports, filing, making copies, etc. 
• Prepare CEO for meetings as needed; may include research, assembling and analyzing data, reports, presentations, and documents.
• Help manage the upkeep and appearance of office and public spaces including maintaining equipment and supplies.

Clerical 

• Generate and maintain correspondence related to general donors, including thank you letters, responses to inquiries, end of year letters, etc. as directed by the VP of External Relations.
• Input, update and maintain data in Salesforce as needed.
• Upkeep confidential payroll information.
• Assist HR manager with new employee on-boarding, including adding new employee to Paychex.

Communications

• Work with staff to manage and update communications.

Board Support

• Serve as liaison for the Board of Directors and committees. This includes distributing minutes and other documents for the Board, managing board files and directory, and arranging and scheduling Board, committee and staff meetings.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Passion to make a difference in the areas of hunger relief, food rescue and wasted food reduction
• Minimum 2 years of experience in administrative support or 1 year as an executive assistant
• Office management and accounting experience a plus
• Superior organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in office digital technology and a willingness to learn and employ new technology 
• Driver’s license and personal transportation 

Work Environment & Culture:

• Reduced/Part-time work structure based in Norwood depending on demand of the day. 
• Start-up environment.
• Target base compensation of $18/hr and will be commensurate with experience.

Start date: October 1, 2024. 

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, current resume, references, and a writing sample via email to crystal@lastmilefood.org with the subject line LMFR Executive Administrator 2024. Applications are due Friday, August 30, 2024. Relocation sponsorship is not available.