Donor and Communications Specialist

Full time – 40 Hours per week 

 

The Philanthropy team serves to advance the mission of the agency using a myriad of strategies and activities. The Donor & Communications Specialist is a critical member of the Philanthropy team, and as such, works closely with the Philanthropy team to design and implement a comprehensive fundraising and outreach plan. This position will specialize in implementing our agency communications strategy, raising awareness in the broader community, and deepening ReadyKids relationships with donors contributing less than $1,000 annually.

 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (4 years) in relevant field required. Experience in the nonprofit sector, including communications and marketing experience, preferred.
  • Possess strong people skills, be able to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a collaborative team-oriented environment, and exercise sound judgment and problem solving skills while completing tasks of the position.
  • Solid multi-tasker that is flexible and enjoys varied job tasks.
  • Demonstrated ability to express and transmit ideas in a clear and organized manner, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain working relationships within and outside the agency in a professional manner.
  • Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office, WordPress, Canva, email marketing tools, and Adobe Suite Design Software.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

  • Salary: starting at $50,000
  • For employee-only coverage, ReadyKids pays 90–100% of health insurance premiums and 100% of dental and life insurance premiums
  • Voluntary vision and supplemental insurance
  • Generous paid vacation and sick leave; paid holidays
  • Employer-matched retirement plan

ReadyKids is committed to a diverse and equitable workplace. We believe diversity of identity, thought, approach, and experience provide the optimal environment for our growth, learning, and success. We aim to create a safe space where everyone belongs and can contribute to the organization in a way that is authentic and genuine to them. Click here to read our vision for justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Open until filled. ReadyKids is seeking a diverse pool of applicants; all are encouraged to apply. Email CV/resume and cover letter to Diana Cole Connolly at dconnolly@readykidscville.org.  ReadyKids is a drug-free workplace. EOE/ADA/AA.

Deadline to apply: June 19, 2026

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Essential Job Duties

Professional Knowledge and Abilities:

  • Keep informed of developments and best practices in the fields of development, communications, and related fields.

Donor Relations

  • Actively cultivate and engage assigned donors, utilizing a variety of strategies including Annual Giving, Planned Giving, Monthly Giving, etc.
  • Serve as point of contact for community members interested in contributing in-kind donations, organizing drives, and hosting community fundraisers.
  • Lead agency in-kind campaigns including the holiday board game and art supply drive, diaper drives, snack drives and event raffle prizes.
  • Actively cultivate and engage volunteers to meet specific agency needs and deepen volunteers’ ability to serve as community ambassadors for ReadyKids.
  • Maintain thorough and accurate donor and volunteer records in the donor database (Keela) and agency Performance Management System.

Communications

  • Lead efforts to develop and implement a comprehensive communications and marketing strategy for the organization as a whole and individual programs as requested
  • Work closely with the Philanthropy Team and other key staff to ensure consistent agency messaging. Develop collateral materials to roll out messaging to key stakeholders including staff, board, program participants and community partners.
  • Create communication materials including but not limited to the ReadyKids Impact Report, the All Agency Brochure, the Annual Report, event collateral and videos.
  • Manage website content for ReadyKids and social media platforms including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

Supervision

  • Meet regularly with supervisor to coordinate efforts and keep supervisor informed about progress on initiatives to most effectively meet agency’s needs
  • Be prepared for and provide input at team and other agency meetings.

Administrative

  • Work with and report to Executive Director, Director of Philanthropy, and Board as appropriate to develop and maintain agency communications strategy, analyze results, work plan, and calendar.

Nonessential Job Duties

Communications

  • Manage communications and media for special projects as needed.

Volunteer Management

  • Participate in public speaking and outreach events to introduce new volunteers to ReadyKids and raise awareness of agency services.

Professional Development

  • Examine self, program, and agency to adapt activities to meet the needs of a diverse group of participants, donors, and/or community partners.
  • Actively engage in training and awareness-building activities that expand your working knowledge of equity-related topics. Take part in agency-sponsored CARE training and activities and join in dialogue about their significance to you and your work.

CORE COMPETENCIES

All ReadyKids Employees will…

Put People First

  • Recognize each person’s uniqueness and strengths. 
  • Intentionally create spaces that allow each person to be their full, authentic selves.
  • Recognize that one way does not work for everyone and stay adaptable in our approach and thinking. Maintain flexibility in order to change when things change. 
  • Actively monitor your wellness and seek out supports that prevent sustained stress and burn-out. 
  • Protect the privacy and confidentiality of participants, colleagues, and donors.  
  • Be respectful in all verbal and written communication to include but not limited to being polite, courteous, using an appropriate volume and having an approachable attitude. 
  • Maintain appropriate professional boundaries.

 

Support Each Other

  • Actively nurture relationships with each other (staff, participants, and community partners) through genuinely engaging in shared activities and experiences, maintaining open lines of communication, taking initiative to build and sustain relationships, and providing mutual support to others. 
  • Support each other in ways that encourage each person to be their best.
  • Share your thoughts and feelings directly and respectfully, remembering that others have thoughts and feelings, too.
  • Work collaboratively with others and do your part to ensure the health and well-being of the entire organization.
  • Participate in scheduled agency and other team meetings to build connections and share information.

 

Listen

  • Stay open and curious and listen with empathy to better understand others’ perspectives and experiences.
  • Create space for all voices, especially those who have been historically marginalized, to be heard and acknowledged.
  • Actively participate in decision-making processes when opportunities are available to inform agency and program decisions.
  • Be proactive; receive input and seek solutions that balance the needs of the individual, program, agency, and community.

 

Learn

  • Engage in professional development and supervision to seek guidance, expand knowledge, develop use of best practices, and grow professionally.
  • Stay open to new ideas and offer suggestions for new ways of doing things. Present solutions along with problems with the goal of getting to yes. 
  • Initiate brave conversations to find ways to learn and grow together. 
  • Utilize evidence-based and best practice models and strategies to provide the best opportunity for success.
  • Reflect, give, and receive feedback on individual, program and agency results for continuous learning and quality improvement. Seek and utilize all available sources of data to inform decision-making in completion of job duties.

 

Are Accountable

  • Fully embrace our mission and vision and actively contribute to their accomplishment.
  • Maintain passion and commitment to the agency’s work and serve as an ambassador to engage the community in our efforts.
  • Treat people with care and show respect for individual, cultural and ethnic differences. Foster inclusivity and belonging for every person. 
  • Maintain the highest integrity in all aspects of agency and program operations and duties.
  • Set appropriate priorities, make progress toward performance-based goals, and achieve results as an individual, program, and agency.
  • Respect and protect agency-owned property and assets and use agency resources for business-appropriate purposes.

 

Perform other duties, not listed here, deemed necessary for the well-being of the agency.

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