Director of Development & Marketing

Deadlines
Apply by Monday, April 15th, 2024

About White Mountain Science, Inc.
White Mountain Science, Inc. (WMSI - pronounced ‘whimsy’), develops and delivers highly engaging STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) programs with the goal of teaching creative problem solving to students and teachers.

Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Director of Development and Marketing (D&M) to join our team. This role will be responsible for creating and executing marketing efforts, fundraising campaigns, grant writing, communications strategies, and donor engagement initiatives. The Director of D&M will play a crucial role in increasing our organization's visibility, expanding our donor base, and securing financial support to advance our mission. The Director of D&M will be supervised by the Executive Director and will work closely with the administrative and programmatic teams.

Duties Will Include

Development and Fundraising:

• Plan, organize, and execute fundraising campaigns and events to generate a diverse portfolio of financial support.
• Develop and implement a corporate sponsorship program.
• Develop and maintain a donor database.
• Develop and maintain annual fundraising and stewardship events.
• Serve as a key point of contact with current & prospective donors through letters, personal visits, phone calls, and personalized acknowledgements to achieve continued donor engagement.
• Implement strategies to engage and retain existing donors while attracting new supporters.
• Create and manage donor communication plans, including regular updates, acknowledgments, and public recognition.
• Forecast annual and quarterly contributed revenue, as well as donor renewal and acquisition.
• Develop working relationships with each Board member and support them in their active fundraising role. Participate regularly in board meetings.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of WMSI programs and activities and help donors accomplish their philanthropic goals through a relationship with WMSI.

Grants:

• Research and identify grant opportunities that align with the organization's mission and goals.
• Prepare grant proposals, applications, and reports, ensuring compliance with grantor requirements.

Marketing:

• Develop and implement comprehensive marketing plans to promote WMSI and its programs, regularly utilizing tools such as:
  • Email
  • Social media
  • Physical mailers
  • Direct inquiries with potential clients
• Secure new clients through regular marketing efforts to schools and organizations.
• Develop and implement data-driven methods to monitor and analyze the effectiveness of marketing efforts, adjusting strategies as needed.
• Supervise, support and regularly evaluate the performance of the Marketing Coordinator and the Graphic Design Staff.

Qualifications

• Post secondary degree in relevant field or related work experience. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools and platforms.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Skills and Competencies Required

• Excellent attention to detail. 
• Strong time management and prioritization skills. 
• Proven ability to produce high quality work in a busy work environment. 
• Comprehensive, basic technical and technological acumen. 
• Proficient communication skills—interpersonal, verbal, and written. 
• Strong interpersonal skills—adaptable, collaborative, friendly. 

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

• Routine office environment.
• Able to lift/maneuver up to 20 pounds on occasion; and at varying heights.
• Some nights and weekend work required.
• Must have own transportation, a valid driver’s license, and adequate insurance.

Position Details

• Full time exempt position.
• Benefits include health insurance, 401K retirement plan with up to 3% salary match, vacation, holidays, sick time, and professional development stipend.
• Fully on-site position with the option for some remote work, depending on weekly meeting schedules and organizational needs.

Compensation

• Competitive salary commensurate with level of directly relevant experience, with a starting range of $47,000 - $55,000.

WMSI encourages applications from individuals of all gender identities, ethnicities, nationalities, backgrounds and ages.

*White Mountain Science, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Littleton, NH.*