Director of Development & Communications
About the Role
Bronx Arts seeks an entrepreneurial, relationship-driven Director of Development & Communications to serve as a strategic partner to the Executive Director and a member of the school's leadership team. Working closely with the Executive Director, Board of Trustees, and Development Committee, the Director will lead fundraising, grant development, donor engagement, strategic partnerships, and external relations efforts. This individual will be responsible for building sustainable philanthropic support while elevating the Bronx Arts story throughout New York City's education and philanthropic communities. The Director will supervise and develop the Development & Communications Associate and oversee the systems, strategies, and relationships that drive the school's advancement efforts.
Responsibilities
- Fundraising & Strategic Partnerships
- Develop and execute a comprehensive annual fundraising strategy in partnership with the Executive Director and Board.
- Build, manage, and grow a pipeline of individual donors, foundations, corporations, and community partners.
- Secure major gifts, sponsorships, grants, and other philanthropic investments.
- Identify and cultivate new funding opportunities through professional networks and community relationships.
- Support and coach Board members in fundraising and donor engagement activities.
- Grants & Institutional Giving
- Identify, pursue, and steward foundation, corporate, and government funding opportunities.
- Oversee grant development, submissions, reporting, and compliance activities.
- Collaborate with school leaders to gather data, program outcomes, and impact stories.
- Communications & External Relations
- Partner with the Associate to strengthen Bronx Arts' communications strategy and external presence.
- Develop compelling donor communications, fundraising materials, and impact reports.
- Represent Bronx Arts at community, philanthropic, and networking events.
- Build strategic partnerships that expand opportunities for students and families.
- Advancement Operations
- Oversee the school's Bloomerang CRM system, ensuring accurate donor records, prospect tracking, stewardship activities, and fundraising reporting.
- Monitor fundraising performance and provide regular updates to the Executive Director and Board of Trustees.
- Establish systems and processes that support long-term advancement growth.
- Team Leadership
- Supervise, coach, and support the Development & Communications Associate.
- Establish goals, priorities, and professional development opportunities for the Associate.
- Foster a collaborative, mission-driven advancement team culture.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Five or more years of progressively responsible fundraising, development, or advancement experience.
- Demonstrated success securing grants, major gifts, sponsorships, and institutional funding.
- Experience managing donor pipelines and fundraising strategy.
- Experience supervising, coaching, or developing staff.
- Familiarity with donor management systems; Bloomerang experience preferred.
- Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
Required Skills
- Strong fundraising and development experience.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Proficiency in donor management systems.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Bloomerang CRM.
- Background in education or nonprofit sectors.
Pay
Pay Range: $120,000–$150,000, commensurate with experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Bronx Charter School for the Arts is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.