Director of Development and Communications

This full-time position will be responsible for coordination of community engagement activities, and organizational fundraising. Also works cooperatively with program staff on grant writing and reporting, production of external printed materials, and newsletters.

• Researching, identifying and actively pursuing sustainable funds through private foundations, government grants, corporate philanthropy, and charitable entities.
• Administer existing grant reporting requirements within appropriate deadlines, while working in tandem with staff across the organization in coordination of events and grant proposals and supports Program Directors in the development of resources for program services.
• Works with Program Directors to establish and monitor the fiscal year grant plan.
• Works with President/CEO to develop annual Grant Revenue Plan, inclusive of anticipated renewable and targeted funding sources to generate budgeted revenue.
• Works with VP of Programs, Office Manager, and Data Manager to produce and submit grant applications and reports as required by grantors within prescribed time restraints, which may include: grant budgets, grant applications, monthly and/or year-end reports of financial and statistical data.
• Provides quarterly summary of grant submissions and outcomes to President/CEO.
• Under direction of President/CEO assists with media and communications including but not limited to the agency annual report, newsletter, and agency/program literature.
• Coordinates meetings of the Fund Development & Marketing Committee. In conjunction with the Committee, assists in developing and maintaining the Marketing & Communications plan.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field. Four to eight years previous related/similar work experience preferred including community organizing, and financial and/or administrative management with social service programs. Proven ability to work with and gain the respect of a broad constituency, including leaders in parishes, industry, and within the service territory. Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Must be proficient in MS Office suite. Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills.

For additional Secondary Responsibilities, General Expectations, and Physical Requirements for this position, please visit our website at: https://www.ccsetx.org/our-services.

Background checks to include past employment verification, criminal record, credit report, driving record, and education verification.

For consideration for this full-time position with a generous benefits package, please submit cover letter and resume to the attention of: Director of DEV & COMM Search. Email to jobs@ccsetx.org.

Job Title

Director of Development and Communications

Agency

Catholic Charities of Southeast Texas

Posted On

May 29, 2025