Development and Communications Manager

Summary:
At Evergreen Audubon & Nature Center we are a passionate and enthusiastic group of nature lovers dedicated to helping individuals of all ages connect with nature on a more meaningful level and gain a better understanding of our natural world. The Development & Communications Manager will support two connected areas: communications and marketing content; including our electronic newsletter, email marketing, and social media; and the operations of Evergreen Audubon’s development and fundraising; including implementation and management of new donor management software, funder communications, and maintaining key development records. This position has funding for 2-years, with the possibility of permanent employment.

Schedule:
This is a hybrid position, requiring one in-person day weekly on Sundays from 10 am – 4 pm staffing Evergreen Nature Center. The remaining hours are flexible and remote throughout the week. This position will occasionally require in-person commitments for events.

Primary Responsibilities:
Communications (60%)

• Social media: Maintain and manage Evergreen Audubon’s posting schedule and calendar; create high-impact, mission-driven storytelling content; elevate relevant partner content; and manage day-to-day social engagement across Facebook, Instagram, and Nextdoor
• Print and electronic media: Submit content and program promotion to relevant outlets, including local newsprint and online event calendars
• Electronic newsletter and membership mailings: Produce electronic newsletter, review and edit submitted content, maintain content submission deadlines, create e-blasts to promote events and volunteer opportunities
• Design organizational content such as signs and flyers
• Annual Report: Support creation, drafting, and production of Evergreen Audubon’s annual report, including drafting sections, copyediting, and coordinating content and feedback
• Membership: Track and manage memberships, including renewal reminder communications and appreciation efforts
• Databases: Source, implement, and manage new CRM Database; transfer existing membership information to new software

Development (30%)

• Execute Evergreen Audubon’s full-cycle annual fund, including but not limited to Colorado Gives Day, end-of-year giving, monthly giving, and third-party campaigns
• Funder stewardship: Draft funder acknowledgements and thank-you letters and other stewardship communications
• Data Recording: Maintain accurate records in CRM, including gift entry, contact reports, donor information, and tax acknowledgements
• Fundraising events: Support and attend multiple fundraising events, including donor appreciation event, annual banquet, and annual Bash & Benefit fundraiser.

ENC Staffing (10%)

• Support daily operations at Evergreen Nature Center on weekly on Sundays from 10am4pm, including, but not limited to:
  • Provide positive interactions with visitors and groups at ENC
  • Provide interpretation of exhibits and local wildlife
  • Run sales in the Nature Center gift shop
  • Support and cultivate positive engagement with ENC volunteers

Desired Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with enthusiasm for crafting and operationalizing clear, accurate, and engaging content.
• Passion for working cooperatively and effectively with others to enhance organizational effectiveness
• Goal oriented with ability to operate in a dynamic environment as well as perform in a self- directed manner
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a high degree of organization.
• A responsive, proactive communicator who can correspond professionally with funders, community members, board members, and volunteers.
• Exercises discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential funder and donor information.
• Enthusiasm for the natural world and the mission of Evergreen Audubon & Nature Center

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of experience in a relevant role (communications, development, or related), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.