Development and Communications Director
71 Obery Street, Plymouth MA
SSCAC seeks a dynamic, accomplished, and mission-driven Development and Communications Director (DCD) to lead our agency into a new era of philanthropic growth and community engagement. Partnering with the CEO, you will serve as senior leader for SSCAC’s revenue diversification strategy, building upon the organization’s existing development foundation that includes government and private grant solicitations, direct appeals, events, and communications.
As the DCD, you will develop and execute strategies to meet SSCAC’s current and future needs, including a major gifts program and planned giving. The DCD will serve as a strategic thought partner for SSCAC’s Board, CEO, and program directors. In addition, you will support and grow a robust prospect pipeline, managing a personal portfolio of prospects/donors for SSCAC and individual programs/projects. This leadership role is ideal for a visionary professional who excels at both the science of complex grant management and the art of major donor cultivation.
This is a 37.5-hour per week hybrid-eligible position.
POSITION BENEFITS & HIGHLIGHTS
**Base Salary Range $105,000 - $115,000**
The posted range represents the annual base salary the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offer may be based on job-related factors, including relevant education, training, experience, certifications, seniority, and the responsibilities of the position, consistent with applicable law.
**Benefits Include:**
- Health and dental insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Paid time off, including personal, vacation, and sick time
- Paid holidays
- Life and disability insurance coverage
Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, organizational policies, and plan terms.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & CORE DUTIES
- 5 - 7 years of progressive non-profit development leadership, with a proven track record of personally securing 5- and 6-figure institutional grants and individual gifts across the annual ~ program/project ~ major ~ planned gift spectrum.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Non-Profit Management, or a related field.
- Passion for SSCAC’s mission, vision, the community action model, and the clients and communities we have the privilege to serve.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and public speaking skills; the ability to “write to the heart,” making human services data feel urgent and inspiring while maintaining technical accuracy.
- Experience working directly with a CEO and Board of Directors to set and achieve revenue goals that align with program and agency priorities.
- Communicate, listen, and engage with empathy, political and financial acumen, and openness to new ideas.
- Inspire, lead, and build relationships and consensus across diverse groups with integrity, honesty, and humility.
- Adapt to changing landscapes, keeping stakeholders, staff, projects, and tasks aligned and on track.
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office 365, fundraising CRMs, third-party giving and volunteer engagement platforms, social media platforms, and other digital technology.
- Familiarity with the Massachusetts philanthropic landscape and Community Action is highly preferred.
- CFRE preferred.
- Experience with grant-writing preferred.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Non-Profit Management, or a related field.
- Passion for SSCAC’s mission, vision, the community action model, and the clients and communities we have the privilege to serve.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and public speaking skills; the ability to “write to the heart,” making human services data feel urgent and inspiring while maintaining technical accuracy.
- Experience working directly with a CEO and Board of Directors to set and achieve revenue goals that align with program and agency priorities.
- Communicate, listen, and engage with empathy, political and financial acumen, and openness to new ideas.
- Inspire, lead, and build relationships and consensus across diverse groups with integrity, honesty, and humility.
- Adapt to changing landscapes, keeping stakeholders, staff, projects, and tasks aligned and on track.
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office 365, fundraising CRMs, third-party giving and volunteer engagement platforms, social media platforms, and other digital technology.
- Familiarity with the Massachusetts philanthropic landscape and Community Action is highly preferred.
- CFRE preferred.
- Experience with grant-writing preferred.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
- 5 - 7 years of progressive non-profit development leadership, with a proven track record of personally securing 5- and 6-figure institutional grants and individual gifts across the annual ~ program/project ~ major ~ planned gift spectrum.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Non-Profit Management, or a related field.
- Passion for SSCAC’s mission, vision, the community action model, and the clients and communities we have the privilege to serve.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and public speaking skills; the ability to “write to the heart,” making human services data feel urgent and inspiring while maintaining technical accuracy.
- Experience working directly with a CEO and Board of Directors to set and achieve revenue goals that align with program and agency priorities.
- Communicate, listen, and engage with empathy, political and financial acumen, and openness to new ideas.
- Inspire, lead, and build relationships and consensus across diverse groups with integrity, honesty, and humility.
- Adapt to changing landscapes, keeping stakeholders, staff, projects, and tasks aligned and on track.
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office 365, fundraising CRMs, third-party giving and volunteer engagement platforms, social media platforms, and other digital technology.
- Familiarity with the Massachusetts philanthropic landscape and Community Action is highly preferred.
- CFRE preferred.
- Experience with grant-writing preferred.
SSCAC, Inc. is an EEO/ADA Employer | Promoting Teamwork in the Workplace
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and job application online. In-house candidates must apply with a minimum of a cover letter & resume.
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SSCAC, Inc.
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71 Obery Street
Plymouth MA 02360
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