Development and Marketing Manager (3-5 yrs exp required)

Development and Marketing Manager (3-5 yrs exp required) Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro North Stoneham, MA Job Details Full-time $55,000 - $65,000 a year 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Marketing Social media management Writing skills Research Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Fundraising Organizational skills Newsletters (communication methods) Community relationship building Communication skills

Marketing Full Job Description Position Overview:

The Development Associate will play a critical role in supporting the organization's fundraising and marketing efforts. This individual will collaborate closely with the development team to strengthen donor engagement, raise awareness of the Club's programs, create compelling marketing materials, organize events, and execute fundraising campaigns. The ideal candidate is a creative, detail-oriented professional with 3 - 5 years relevant experience who excels in storytelling, content creation, and donor stewardship.

About Us:

Our mission is "To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens." Founded over 50 years ago, the Boys & Girls Club of Metro North, rebranded from Boys & Girls Club of Stoneham & Wakefield, serves an average of 500 children every day across the communities of Stoneham, Wakefield, Melrose, Malden, and Saugus. We currently operate out of five sites and run three licensed afterschool programs, including the Stoneham Clubhouse, Wakefield Clubhouse, three teen centers, an outdoor pool, and a community boating program. BGCMN does this by offering a wide array of programming designed to support the academic, emotional, and social development of each child. Our programs include STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math), homework help, financial literacy, recreational sports, and more. We tailor our services to meet kids where they are, inspiring creativity through opportunities such as 3D printing, E-sports, multimedia art, and music creation. As part of our growing regional impact, part of our offering includes the INspire Café , located in Wakefield. INspire Cafe provides meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. By empowering individuals, everyone can be valued for their unique talents.

Key Responsibilities :

Fundraising Operations:

• Oversee gift processing, including entering gifts into CRM Bloomerang, acknowledgement letters and donor stewardship.
• Manage donor database to ensure accurate records and provide data analysis and reporting to support fundraising team.
• Planning and execution of events, including donor appreciation activities, galas, dodgeball and community outreach initiatives.
• Cultivate relationships with community stakeholders, corporate sponsors, and local media to amplify the organization's reach.
• Research potential donation opportunities and contribute to the preparation of proposals.
• Develop strategies to enhance donor retention and acquisition through personalized and segmented communication and engagement.
• Support daily operations as needed for development efforts.

Marketing:

• Create and manage content for various platforms, including website, email campaigns, newsletters, social and press releases.
• Produce impactful storytelling and testimonials from Club members, families, and donors to highlight the impact of the organization.
• Design promotional materials such as flyers, brochures, videos and event collateral using tools like Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut and AI.
• Partner with program staff to understand and effectively communicate the Club's mission and impact. Support program initiatives and build campaigns for ultimate success.
• Collaborate with external vendors and partners for marketing materials, event planning, and campaigns.
• Understand A/B Testing, track outcomes and scrutinize analytics for maximum exposure and engagement.
• Other tasks and projects as assigned.

Organization-wide responsibilities:

Works within legal, regulatory, accreditation and ethical practice standards relevant to the position and as established by the Boys & Girls Club; follows safe practices required for the position; complies with appropriate BGC policies and procedures; fulfills any training required by BGC, as appropriate; brings potential matters of non-compliance to the attention of the supervisor or other appropriate BGC staff. Qualifications ,

Skills, and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or a related field. 3-5 years of experience in marketing, fundraising, or communications required; nonprofit experience preferred. Experience with CRM, Bloomerang is a plus. Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to craft compelling narratives. Proficiency in marketing tools such as Constant Contact, WordPress, Canva, CapCut, Microsoft 365 and Google suite. Experience managing social media platforms and executing digital campaigns including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and LinkedIn. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent interpersonal skills Reliable, able to work independently and exercise good judgement. Passion for the mission of the Boys & Girls Club and commitment to making a difference in the community. Able to work nights and weekends as needed to support events.

Physical requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: Able to remain in a stationary position 50-75% of the time; occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Frequently operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a copy machine, and computer printer. Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 20 pounds. The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Work environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This role is primarily an in-office role with some local travel required to other BGC Club locations and events. Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro North is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Stoneham, MA 02180 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Stoneham, MA 02180: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person