Development & Communications Manager

About the role

At Evergreen Audubon & Nature Center we are a passionate and enthusiastic group of nature lovers dedicated to helping individuals of all ages connect with nature on a more meaningful level and gain a better understanding of our natural world. The Development & Communications Manager will support two connected areas: communications and marketing content; including our electronic newsletter, email marketing, and social media; and the operations of Evergreen Audubon’s development and fundraising; including implementation and management of new donor management software, funder communications, and maintaining key development records. This position has funding for 2-years, with the possibility of permanent employment.

Learn more about us at: www.EvergreenAudubon.org

Responsibilities

• Communications (60%)
  • Maintain and manage Evergreen Audubon’s posting schedule and calendar; create high-impact, mission-driven storytelling content; elevate relevant partner content; and manage day-to-day social engagement across Facebook, Instagram, and Nextdoor
  • Submit content and program promotion to relevant outlets, including local newsprint and online event calendars
  • Produce electronic newsletter, review and edit submitted content, maintain content submission deadlines, create e-blasts to promote events and volunteer opportunities
  • Design organizational content such as signs and flyers
  • Support creation, drafting, and production of Evergreen Audubon’s annual report, including drafting sections, copyediting, and coordinating content and feedback
  • Track and manage memberships, including renewal reminder communications and appreciation efforts
  • Source, implement, and manage new CRM Database; transfer existing membership information to new software
• Development (30%)
  • Execute Evergreen Audubon’s full-cycle annual fund, including but not limited to Colorado Gives Day, end-of-year giving, monthly giving, and third-party campaigns
  • Draft funder acknowledgements and thank-you letters and other stewardship communications
  • Maintain accurate records in CRM, including gift entry, contact reports, donor information, and tax acknowledgements
  • Support and attend multiple fundraising events annually, including donor appreciation event, annual banquet, and annual Bash & Benefit fundraiser
• ENC Staffing (10%)
  • Support daily operations at Evergreen Nature Center on weekly on Sundays from 10am‑4pm, including:
    • Provide positive interactions with visitors and groups at ENC
    • Provide interpretation of exhibits and local wildlife
    • Run sales in the Nature Center gift shop
    • Support and cultivate positive engagement with ENC volunteers

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with enthusiasm for crafting and operationalizing clear, accurate, and engaging content
• Passion for working cooperatively and effectively with others to enhance organizational effectiveness
• Goal oriented with ability to operate in a dynamic environment as well as perform in a self‑directed manner
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, attention to detail, strong problem‑solving skills, and a high degree of organization
• A responsive, proactive communicator who can correspond professionally with funders, community members, board members, and volunteers
• Exercises discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential funder and donor information
• Enthusiasm for the natural world and the mission of Evergreen Audubon & Nature Center

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of experience in a relevant role (communications, development, or related), or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace