Job Title: Development and Outreach Specialist
Location: New Bedford, MA
Job Type: Full-time / Onsite Position

Why The Women's Center?

At The Women's Center, we're not just offering a job-we're offering a chance to be part of something bigger. We're a team of passionate advocates dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Our goal is to empower individuals and promote equity and social justice. If you're looking to make a real impact and grow with a company that values your contributions, you've found the right place.

What We Offer:

• Compensation: $25-$28 per hour based on experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, and Visual Insurance, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time, Holidays, and Access to 403b retirement plan.
• Culture & Community: A supportive, mission-driven environment where your work makes a real difference.

About the Position:

The Development and Outreach Specialist will play a pivotal role in advancing the mission of The Women's Center by increasing community awareness of our services, supporting fundraising initiatives, and enhancing outreach efforts. This role includes planning, executing, and assessing fundraising campaigns, donor relationships, community engagement, and marketing efforts.

Development Specific:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies to expand the donor base and increase donation contributions.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing fundraising campaigns and events throughout the year, to generate financial support for the organization and strategically use these events to identify, cultivate, and engage donors.
• Conduct research for potential corporate and major gift donors through various tools.
• Maintain the donor database, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records of donor information and contributions.
• Assist in developing personalized stewardship plans to acknowledge and recognize donors for their support.
• Regularly communicate with donors and potential donors through various channels to provide updates on the organization's activities and impact.
• Manage the logistics of fundraising mailings, such as invitations, donor updates, and appeal letters, and create reports to analyze fundraising progress, direct mail responses, and campaign effectiveness.

Outreach Specific:

• Support the development and implementation of outreach strategies to promote The Women's Center's programs, events, and initiatives.
• Assist in creating compelling outreach materials, including brochures, newsletters, and social media content, to engage with donors and the community.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure brand consistency and messaging alignment across all outreach channels.
• Assist in establishing partnerships with community organizations, schools, businesses, and other stakeholders to expand outreach efforts and reach diverse audiences.
• Plan, organize, promote, and represent the organization at events such as human services fairs, school or community forums, and panel discussions.
• Collect and analyze data to measure the impact and effectiveness of outreach programs.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations based on findings to support program improvement and inform stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Community Services Director.

What You'll Bring to the Team:

You'll bring a blend of core competencies essential for TWC, including adaptability, collaboration, and a strong equity and social justice mindset. Your exceptional written and verbal communication skills will allow you to effectively tailor messages to diverse audiences. With expertise in networking and community engagement, coupled with robust organizational and project management abilities, you'll excel in prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Additionally, your discretion and ability to handle confidential information.

You'll Stand Out If:

• You have an Associate or Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communication, marketing, or a related field,
• You have at least three years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, marketing, or outreach within a nonprofit setting.
• You are a technology savvy - proficiency in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, CRM databases (e.g., Bloomerang), and tools for program delivery, outreach, and donor research.
• You have experience working in survivor-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally competent environments.

Why You'll Love Working Here?

You'll love working here because we offer a supportive and inclusive environment where your work makes a real impact. Join a team that values empathy and collaboration and be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering survivors and making a difference in the community.

Join Us! If you're ready to use your skills and passion to support survivors and promote positive change, we invite you to be part of our compassionate team. Together, we can make a real difference in the lives of those we serve. Apply today and help us transform hope into reality.

The Women's Center has a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. The Women's Center does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. The Women's Center celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.