Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Axis Community Health
Job overview
The Director of Development and Communications at Axis Community Health is a senior leadership role responsible for fundraising, communications, and community engagement to support the nonprofit's mission and growth.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves planning and managing fundraising strategies, donor relations, grant writing, communications, media relations, community engagement, and leading development and communications teams to enhance the organization's presence and impact.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers employer-paid health, dental, and vision benefits, a 403(B) retirement plan with employer matching, partial educational reimbursement, 12 paid holidays, accrued paid time off, employee discounts, and a referral bonus program.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree (preferred) and at least five years of experience in communications, public relations, or development, with skills in grant writing, fundraising, strategic communication, team leadership, and proficiency in relevant software and digital platforms.
Career development
The role includes opportunities to lead and develop teams, collaborate with senior leadership, and influence the organization's reputation and growth at multiple levels, fostering professional development.
Work environment and culture
The company values quality, affordable healthcare access, community well-being, and a supportive, mission-driven environment with a typical clinic office setting and some telecommuting options.
Company information
Axis Community Health is a nonprofit established in 1972 providing comprehensive healthcare services to over 15,000 individuals in the Tri-Valley area, focusing on accessible and compassionate care regardless of financial or insurance status.
Team overview
The Director leads the communications, community engagement, and development teams, including hiring, training, and supervising staff, working closely with the CEO and senior leadership.
Job location and travel
Work is primarily in a clinic office environment with some telecommuting and requires occasional travel to other sites and events within the Tri-Valley area.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines development and communications leadership, offering a hybrid work environment and the chance to significantly impact community health through strategic fundraising and engagement.
Company overview
Axis Community Health is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive health services to low-income and uninsured individuals in the Tri-Valley area of California. They offer medical, mental health, and addiction counseling services, as well as programs for chronic disease management and health education. The organization generates revenue through a combination of government funding, grants, and donations. Established in 1972, Axis has grown from a small clinic to a multi-site health provider, playing a crucial role in community health and wellness.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight leadership experience in fundraising, donor relations, and strategic communications, emphasizing your ability to manage comprehensive development and communications programs aligned with Axis Community Health's mission.
Focus on showcasing skills in grant writing, major gifts fundraising, community engagement, and media relations, along with proficiency in digital marketing, social media, and website management tools like WordPress and Adobe Suite.
Apply through multiple channels including Axis Community Health's official corporate website, LinkedIn, and nonprofit job boards to maximize your application visibility and reach.
Connect with current employees in the development or communications divisions at Axis Community Health via LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as commenting on recent community initiatives they have supported or expressing genuine interest in their work promoting health equity in the Tri-Valley area.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'fundraising strategy,' 'donor stewardship,' 'grant writing,' 'community engagement,' 'media relations,' 'WordPress,' and 'Adobe Suite' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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