Development and Communications Manager

Friends of the Middlesex Fells (FOF), a dynamic and growing non-profit organization working to promote the conservation, appreciation, and sustainable enjoyment of the Middlesex Fells Reservation, seeks a highly motivated individual to serve as the organization’s Development and Communications Manager.

This position includes in-office work at least two days per week in a small shared office space in Melrose Massachusetts, but otherwise is flexible in work location (work from home is allowed for the other work-days of the week if desired).

We’re looking for a person who thrives in a demanding, fast-paced environment with a wide range of projects and responsibilities, and possesses a deep commitment to the conservation and sustainable management of nature spaces like the Middlesex Fells. If you are an excellent writer and editor, proficient in web and social media skills, love planning events, and would enjoy interacting with individual donors and volunteers who share our passion for the Fells, we want to hear from you.

• Deep commitment and passion for the conservation and sustainable management of the Fells.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and able to set priorities and handle multiple tasks.
• Hard working, self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work in a team setting.
• Consistency and attention to detail in all aspects of communication and donor interaction.
• Ability to maintain and exercise discretion regarding confidential and/or sensitive donor information.
• Ability to relate to people with different backgrounds and life experiences and exercise cultural humility and inclusion.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Calendar, Apps Script), Microsoft Office, email marketing platforms, and Wordpress website content management.
• Experience managing donor management software with large datasets is preferred (we currently use Neon One).
• Professional background and/or related experience in outreach, communications, fund development, and nonprofit operations management is preferred.
• Grant writing and management experience is preferred.

• Must have a valid driver’s license, excellent driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed to support events.

This is a full-time, exempt position. The salary range is $56,000 to $68,000 depending on experience/skills. Benefits include health expense reimbursement, retirement benefit, paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave.

Please send your resume and cover letter to jobs with the words “Development and Communications Manager” in the subject line. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted, interviews will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. No phone calls please.