Children in Harmony
Director of Development and Communications
Children in Harmony, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Director of Development and Communications
Contract, Temporary-to-Permanent (Hybrid) | Location: Primarily remote with occasional on-site work; option to work from Downtown Los Angeles office. Periodic local travel required. Compensation: $30–$62/hour, commensurate with experience. Approximately 20-40 hours per week. Schedule: Monday - Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours for performances, events, and board meetings. About Children In Harmony
Children in Harmony (CIH) is a global, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing tools and resources for youth to express themselves through music-making, emotional learning and community engagement. CIH supports social and emotional learning (SEL) integrated with music education through The Amani Project, strengthening emotional intelligence, confidence, and community connection. Position Overview
The Director of Development & Communications (Consultant) will drive revenue growth and expand visibility for CIH. Working with the Executive Director and Board of Directors, this role will execute CIH’s development and communications strategies and help achieve fundraising goals. The consultant will lead donor outreach, cultivate major gifts, manage campaigns, and oversee external communications that support fundraising success. A proven development professional with strong networks and relationship-building skills is expected to secure diverse funding through donor engagement and partnerships. Primary Responsibilities
Development & Fundraising
Execute existing fundraising strategies across individual, corporate, foundation, and government funding sources. Manage all aspects of the grants pipeline, including research, proposal drafting, submission, and reporting. Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, sponsors, and institutional funders. Oversee donor management and pipeline tracking. Support campaign implementation for initiatives such as #MakeMusicDay, the Year-End Appeal, and other special events. Partner with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to expand major donor engagement and corporate sponsorships. Track KPIs and report progress to leadership. Communications
Create, manage, and post content across CIH’s social media platforms and newsletters to ensure consistent, engaging, mission-aligned messaging. Develop digital, print, and visual materials that support fundraising campaigns, donor engagement, and storytelling. Produce and distribute donor communications, including donor acknowledgements, board fundraising collateral, press releases, eblasts, and event collateral. Aid in maintaining CIH’s website using WordPress, updating content regularly with current programs, campaigns, and impact stories. Assist with public relations efforts, leveraging media, influencer, and entertainment-industry connections to secure coverage and increase CIH’s visibility. Build relationships with journalists, editors, and relevant outlets to highlight CIH’s mission and programming. Track engagement analytics and adapt content to strengthen reach and visibility. Qualifications
3-7+ years progressive nonprofit experience across fundraising and communications, including major gifts/campaigns. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced credential (e.g., CFRE) a plus. Excellent tech skills, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; familiarity with Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) a plus. Demonstrated success securing major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations. Strong writing and storytelling ability; solid brand and digital strategy chops. Proficiency with donor CRMs (Funraise or similar) and email marketing; WordPress/Canva a plus. Video editing skills a plus. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences. Ability to manage concurrent projects with high attention to detail. Flexible schedule with availability on some nights and weekends. Demonstrated commitment to nonprofit work and CIH’s mission. Schedule & Work Environment
This is a contract-based, hybrid role. Monday–Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours for performances, events, and board meetings. Work is primarily remote, with occasional in-person events or meetings, and the option to work from our office. Physical Requirements & Equal Opportunity
Must be flexible in a fast-paced nonprofit environment and willing to use personal equipment. Willingness to undergo background checks for school and partner sites. CIH provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. To Apply
Email a cover letter, resume, and one writing/communications sample (fundraising appeal, press release, or grant excerpt) to info@ciharmony.org with the subject line: “Director of Development & Communications (Consultant).” Include all documents in your application. In your cover letter, share what draws you to CIH’s mission and how your experience aligns with the role. No phone calls. Job Type: Temporary | Pay: $30.00 - $62.00 per hour | Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90007
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Contract, Temporary-to-Permanent (Hybrid) | Location: Primarily remote with occasional on-site work; option to work from Downtown Los Angeles office. Periodic local travel required. Compensation: $30–$62/hour, commensurate with experience. Approximately 20-40 hours per week. Schedule: Monday - Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours for performances, events, and board meetings. About Children In Harmony
Children in Harmony (CIH) is a global, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing tools and resources for youth to express themselves through music-making, emotional learning and community engagement. CIH supports social and emotional learning (SEL) integrated with music education through The Amani Project, strengthening emotional intelligence, confidence, and community connection. Position Overview
The Director of Development & Communications (Consultant) will drive revenue growth and expand visibility for CIH. Working with the Executive Director and Board of Directors, this role will execute CIH’s development and communications strategies and help achieve fundraising goals. The consultant will lead donor outreach, cultivate major gifts, manage campaigns, and oversee external communications that support fundraising success. A proven development professional with strong networks and relationship-building skills is expected to secure diverse funding through donor engagement and partnerships. Primary Responsibilities
Development & Fundraising
Execute existing fundraising strategies across individual, corporate, foundation, and government funding sources. Manage all aspects of the grants pipeline, including research, proposal drafting, submission, and reporting. Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, sponsors, and institutional funders. Oversee donor management and pipeline tracking. Support campaign implementation for initiatives such as #MakeMusicDay, the Year-End Appeal, and other special events. Partner with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to expand major donor engagement and corporate sponsorships. Track KPIs and report progress to leadership. Communications
Create, manage, and post content across CIH’s social media platforms and newsletters to ensure consistent, engaging, mission-aligned messaging. Develop digital, print, and visual materials that support fundraising campaigns, donor engagement, and storytelling. Produce and distribute donor communications, including donor acknowledgements, board fundraising collateral, press releases, eblasts, and event collateral. Aid in maintaining CIH’s website using WordPress, updating content regularly with current programs, campaigns, and impact stories. Assist with public relations efforts, leveraging media, influencer, and entertainment-industry connections to secure coverage and increase CIH’s visibility. Build relationships with journalists, editors, and relevant outlets to highlight CIH’s mission and programming. Track engagement analytics and adapt content to strengthen reach and visibility. Qualifications
3-7+ years progressive nonprofit experience across fundraising and communications, including major gifts/campaigns. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced credential (e.g., CFRE) a plus. Excellent tech skills, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; familiarity with Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) a plus. Demonstrated success securing major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations. Strong writing and storytelling ability; solid brand and digital strategy chops. Proficiency with donor CRMs (Funraise or similar) and email marketing; WordPress/Canva a plus. Video editing skills a plus. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences. Ability to manage concurrent projects with high attention to detail. Flexible schedule with availability on some nights and weekends. Demonstrated commitment to nonprofit work and CIH’s mission. Schedule & Work Environment
This is a contract-based, hybrid role. Monday–Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours for performances, events, and board meetings. Work is primarily remote, with occasional in-person events or meetings, and the option to work from our office. Physical Requirements & Equal Opportunity
Must be flexible in a fast-paced nonprofit environment and willing to use personal equipment. Willingness to undergo background checks for school and partner sites. CIH provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. To Apply
Email a cover letter, resume, and one writing/communications sample (fundraising appeal, press release, or grant excerpt) to info@ciharmony.org with the subject line: “Director of Development & Communications (Consultant).” Include all documents in your application. In your cover letter, share what draws you to CIH’s mission and how your experience aligns with the role. No phone calls. Job Type: Temporary | Pay: $30.00 - $62.00 per hour | Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90007
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