Director of Development and Communications

• Development Strategy: Design and implement a multifaceted fundraising plan, including individual giving, major gifts, grants, corporate partnerships, and special events.
• Donor Relations: Cultivate, solicit, and steward donors at all levels; manage donor recognition and retention programs; oversee CRM management and donor data integrity.
• Communications Leadership: Develop and execute an integrated communications strategy that advances Equality Ohio’s visibility, advocacy goals, and brand awareness across digital, print, and earned media.
• Content Development: Oversee creation of compelling messaging for campaigns, press releases, newsletters, social media, annual reports, and website content.
• Press Relations: Management media and press relationships, develop new media partnerships, track and manage press release and media response data
• Team Management: Supervise and mentor development and communications staff, contractors, and interns; foster a collaborative, mission-driven work environment.
• Community Engagement: Represent Equality Ohio at community events, coalition meetings, and public forums; build relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and media.
• Reporting & Analytics: Track and analyze fundraising and communications metrics; prepare regular reports for the Executive Director and Board of Directors.
• Budget Oversight: Develop and manage annual budgets for development and communications functions; ensure responsible stewardship of resources.
• Shared Organization Responsibilities
• Upholding and advancing Equality Ohio’s vision, mission, and values. 
• Participation in internal staff meetings, including weekly TouchPoints, monthly staff meetings, equity trainings, and period retreats and strategic planning sessions
• Adapting to and utilizing internal communications and document retention protocols and platforms 
• Providing content and expertise to inform grant proposals and reports and funder communications as needed

• Unwavering commitment to addressing the needs of LGBTQ+ Ohioans
• Awareness of the issue priorities, policy battles, and experiences of LGBTQ+ Ohioans
• Advanced degree or relevant certifications preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in nonprofit fundraising and communications, with demonstrated success in donor cultivation and media relations.
• Knowledge of LGBTQ+ issues, advocacy work, and the Ohio nonprofit landscape strongly preferred.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; expertise in digital marketing, social media, and public relations.
• Proven ability to develop strategy, set goals, and deliver results in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills; commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Proficiency in fundraising and communications software (e.g., CRM systems like EveryAction, email marketing platforms, design tools).

We prefer but do not require the following qualifications and skills:

• Direct experience working at an LGBTQ+ or trans-focused movement organization
• An understanding that the process of changing hearts and minds is not overnight or immediate, which is a core element of our theory of change
• Spanish speaker

• Benefit Package
• Generous time off package, including paid vacation after six months of employment, 10 paid holidays, 15 days of paid organizational shutdown breaks, 2 weeks of paid sick leave per year, paid family and medical leave, and more.
• Health and vision insurance with minimal employee contribution ($100 per month + $100 per month for optional family coverage)
• Employee-paid dental insurance
• Paid Family Leave and sabbatical opportunities based on length of service 
• FSA with employer $25 per month contribution
• Employer-paid life insurance 
• Access to optional employee-paid insurance coverage, including long-term disability coverage.
• 403-B plan with employer matching
• Digital security services. 
• Multiple stipend opportunities, including Bring Your Own Device, cell phone, internet, and professional development stipends. 
• Access to a Bodily Autonomy Assistance Fund