Fundraising and Marketing Manager

Position Summary:

This is a full time position that reports to the Artistic Director in support of OBC’s mission. The Fundraising and Marketing Manager will have responsibility for the company’s fundraising and marketing goals. The successful candidate will demonstrate skills and experience in development and marketing strategies and relationship management as well as possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. This position is focused externally and requires a high level of organization and time management skills. Professional development and mentoring are available. Work location is in Oakland, CA; work hours and location are flexible except during program delivery. Salary range is $50,000 to $80,000, commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain all aspects of development and fundraising including grant applications, budgets, reports, fundraising events, and timelines. Engage with local community leaders to build corporate and foundation relationships and advocacy.
• Support OBC Leadership in the fulfillment of the organization’s mission. Manage timelines and resources needed to achieve strategic goals. Track operational progress and evaluate program components to measure success.
• Develop and implement data-driven marketing campaigns to support programs.
• Manage social media, eblasts, website updates, and other online content to strengthen the brand.
• Occasionally assist with special-event set up and tear down.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in marketing, business management, or equivalent
• Proficient in Word and Excel
• At least 3 years of business experience
• Track record of effectively supporting organizational goals.

Desired Qualifications

• Graduate degree in marketing, business management, or other relevant degree.
• Proficiency with Google Suite, Creative Cloud, WordPress, Hootsuite, Canva
• Strong fundraising, public relations, event managment, and marketing experience with the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Experience managing social media.
• Leadership experience in a non-profit organization.
• Experience developing and implementing operational strategies that have created organizational growth.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve strategic objectives.
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people and to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to lift and carry 15 lbs.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in an office and performing arts facilities environments.
• Work is primarily performed sitting and standing.

To apply: email resume, cover letter aligning your qualifications and experience to the job description, and three references to info@oaklandballet.org. Place the appropriate title of “Fundraising and Marketing Manager” in the subject line when applying.

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