City Heights Community Development
Director of Development And Communications
City Heights Community Development, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Director of Development and Communications
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Director of Development and Communications
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City Heights Community Development
An exciting opportunity to lead the Development and Marketing Program at City Heights Community Development Corporation is now available. City Heights CDC is a 501(c)(3) non‑profit organization in the City Heights community of San Diego with a mission to enhance the quality of life in City Heights by working with our community to create and sustain quality affordable housing and livable neighborhoods and foster economic self‑sufficiency.
The Director of Communications and Marketing is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the organization’s communications, marketing, development, and community engagement efforts. This role leads strategy and execution across fundraising, donor and corporate sponsor engagement, brand and messaging, and community outreach. The Director supervises the communications and community engagement teams and works closely with executive leadership to advance organizational visibility, impact, and sustainability.
Major Responsibilities/Duties
Lead the organization’s communications, marketing, development, and community engagement strategy
Oversee donor cultivation, stewardship, and engagement, including individual donors and corporate sponsors
Plan and execute the organization’s annual fundraising event, additional fundraisers, and donor appreciation events
Develop and manage relationships with corporate sponsors and external partners
Supervise the communications team and ensure timely execution of marketing and communications strategies across all platforms
Oversee community engagement initiatives, events, and outreach efforts
Ensure consistent brand messaging, storytelling, and visual identity
Collaborate with executive leadership and program teams to align communications, fundraising, and engagement goals
Qualifications/Skills
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in communications, marketing, development, or a related field
Demonstrated experience in donor relations, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising
Strong leadership experience with the ability to supervise and develop teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience working with diverse communities and community-based organizations
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Knowledge of nonprofit operations and mission‑driven work preferred
Hours and Compensation
40 hours per week, exempt
Annual starting salary range: $90,000–$120,000, depending on experience
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Employee Assistance Program
Generous paid time off and 11 paid holidays per year
Additional Benefits
Offices are closed every other Friday (9/8/80 schedule)
Flexible and remote work schedule available
City Heights CDC is committed to the professional growth of all employees and provides training opportunities accordingly
Family‑friendly work environment enabling employees to balance family and work obligations
Parental leave – unpaid leave offered in accordance with State of CA PFL (Paid Family Leave)
In compliance with City Heights CDC’s mandatory vaccination policy, all employees and volunteers are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19. New employees must provide proof of full vaccination as a condition of employment.
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Industries
Non‑profit Organization Management
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Director of Development and Communications
role at
City Heights Community Development
An exciting opportunity to lead the Development and Marketing Program at City Heights Community Development Corporation is now available. City Heights CDC is a 501(c)(3) non‑profit organization in the City Heights community of San Diego with a mission to enhance the quality of life in City Heights by working with our community to create and sustain quality affordable housing and livable neighborhoods and foster economic self‑sufficiency.
The Director of Communications and Marketing is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the organization’s communications, marketing, development, and community engagement efforts. This role leads strategy and execution across fundraising, donor and corporate sponsor engagement, brand and messaging, and community outreach. The Director supervises the communications and community engagement teams and works closely with executive leadership to advance organizational visibility, impact, and sustainability.
Major Responsibilities/Duties
Lead the organization’s communications, marketing, development, and community engagement strategy
Oversee donor cultivation, stewardship, and engagement, including individual donors and corporate sponsors
Plan and execute the organization’s annual fundraising event, additional fundraisers, and donor appreciation events
Develop and manage relationships with corporate sponsors and external partners
Supervise the communications team and ensure timely execution of marketing and communications strategies across all platforms
Oversee community engagement initiatives, events, and outreach efforts
Ensure consistent brand messaging, storytelling, and visual identity
Collaborate with executive leadership and program teams to align communications, fundraising, and engagement goals
Qualifications/Skills
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in communications, marketing, development, or a related field
Demonstrated experience in donor relations, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising
Strong leadership experience with the ability to supervise and develop teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience working with diverse communities and community-based organizations
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Knowledge of nonprofit operations and mission‑driven work preferred
Hours and Compensation
40 hours per week, exempt
Annual starting salary range: $90,000–$120,000, depending on experience
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Employee Assistance Program
Generous paid time off and 11 paid holidays per year
Additional Benefits
Offices are closed every other Friday (9/8/80 schedule)
Flexible and remote work schedule available
City Heights CDC is committed to the professional growth of all employees and provides training opportunities accordingly
Family‑friendly work environment enabling employees to balance family and work obligations
Parental leave – unpaid leave offered in accordance with State of CA PFL (Paid Family Leave)
In compliance with City Heights CDC’s mandatory vaccination policy, all employees and volunteers are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19. New employees must provide proof of full vaccination as a condition of employment.
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Industries
Non‑profit Organization Management
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