Communications and Development Manager

The Barre Center for Buddhist Studies, a multi-traditional Buddhist study and practice center in central Massachusetts, seeks an experienced and collaborative professional to oversee our communications, marketing, and fundraising efforts. Working closely with the Executive Director, the Communications and Development Manager will play a pivotal role in developing and executing strategies that will enable our growing center to reach its goals and further its mission.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective communication strategies to inspire people to enroll in our programs as well as engage new and diverse audiences
• Write, design, and deliver weekly promotional emails to announce new programs
• Coordinate an engaging social media strategy that uses existing BCBS content as well as producing new content
• Write, design, and deliver our advertising, promotional emails, fliers, and fundraising appeals
• Coordinate editing, design, and delivery of our quarterly Insight Journal digital newsletter
•  Work closely with our teachers to promote their programs
• Expand our network of related organizations and work with them to promote our programs
• Maintain the BCBS WordPress website and work with external web developer when necessary
• Create and produce our fundraising letters, campaigns, and grant proposals
• Identify and develop a diverse range of funding sources
• Develop and nurture relationships with our closest friends and most significant donors
• Maintain our donor database and manage the organization’s communications assets, including photo library, testimonials, logo library, infographics, design files, print, and digital collateral
• Assist with other duties as needed to support BCBS operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of demonstrated success and experience in a hands-on marketing or fundraising role
• Outstanding written, design, and oral communications skills
• Superior attention to detail including editing and proofreading skills
• Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital marketing and technology
• Experience with the following software and platforms: SalesForce, WordPress, Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, Campaign Monitor, SurveyMonkey, Facebook, YouTube, etc.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of colleagues
• Commitment to maintaining a warm, welcoming environment for all students and teachers
• Demonstrate cultural competency and a track record of developing and maintaining strong working relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders
• Strong work ethic, integrity, professionalism, and problem-solving skills
• A sincere interest in contemplative practice and study, and in supporting our mission through intentional, collaborative, collegial work.

Barre Center for Buddhist Studies