Job Description

Position: Reporting to the Development Manager, the Development & Communications Associate is a full-time position that supports the Foundation\xe2\x80\x99s Annual Giving efforts, including fundraising, events, marketing and communications. Responsibilities: Development \xc2\xb7 Support the Development Manager, President & CEO, and Development Committee in pursuit of the Foundation\xe2\x80\x99s ambitious fundraising and engagement goals; \xc2\xb7 Manage gift processing, entry in the Foundation\xe2\x80\x99s CRM system, creation and mailing of tax acknowledgement letters in an efficient and timely manner; \xc2\xb7 Produce regular gift and other activity reports for staff team, Development Committee and Board of Directors; \xc2\xb7 Produce periodic donor reports and prospect lists using CRM database for purposes of ongoing donor tracking and moves management; \xc2\xb7 Help prepare development solicitation mailings as well as an effective process to communicate results with appropriate constituents; \xc2\xb7 Collaborate with staff and Events Committee to develop annual engagement events calendar and identify new opportunities; \xc2\xb7 Support development events including invitations, RSVP tracking and event logistics; \xc2\xb7 Coordinate volunteers that support Development and Events committees; \xc2\xb7 Draft calendar and deliverable timetables for development activities. Communications \xc2\xb7 Oversee calendar and deadlines for printed collateral, including the Annual Appeal, Annual Report, and Annual Luncheon; \xc2\xb7 Manage and regularly update contact information in CRM database; \xc2\xb7 Manage email communication contact list; \xc2\xb7 Manage regular website updates; \xc2\xb7 Coordinate with contract positions on additional communications and marketing work over time. Experience/Qualifications: \xc2\xb7 Excellent customer service skills and ability to interact with a wide variety of people \xc2\xb7 Strong verbal and written communication skills \xc2\xb7 Exceptionally detail-oriented, with strong time management to accommodate multiple projects and ability to prioritize \xc2\xb7 Works well independently and is a proactive problem-solver \xc2\xb7 Fluent with email and Microsoft suite; ability to learn new database and other software systems \xc2\xb7 Fundraising, events, marketing or communications experience preferred \xc2\xb7 Familiarity with New Canaan a plus \xc2\xb7 Interest in philanthropy and supporting the local nonprofit sector Position & Compensation: This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Anticipated working hours are 40 hours/week but could be adjusted to part-time for the right candidate. The Foundation currently operates on a hybrid schedule, with both in-person and remote work days. Salary for this position is based on experience but expected to be approximately $50,000-$55,000 annually. The New Canaan Community Foundation offers competitive benefits, currently including: medical coverage ($500/month toward medical insurance premium, plus additional employer-funded contributions to HRA account), life insurance and long-term disability coverage, retirement contribution (7% of salary), paid vacation time (starting at 15 days), paid sick, and parental/medical leave. Professional development opportunities are also available. To apply: Email resume and cover letter to careers@newcanaancf.org. No phone calls please. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year Benefits:

• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan