The Marketing & Development Manager is responsible for leading fundraising, marketing, communications, and community engagement efforts for Eastern Shore of Virginia Habitat for Humanity. This position plays a key role in increasing public awareness, strengthening donor relationships, supporting special events, and advancing the organization’s mission of building safe, affordable housing for local families.

The ideal candidate is creative, organized, relationship-focused, and passionate about nonprofit work and community impact.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Fundraising & Development

• Assist in planning and implementing annual fundraising strategies and campaigns
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, community partners, and volunteers
• Coordinate donor stewardship activities including acknowledgements, recognition, and impact reporting
• Support grant research, grant writing, and reporting efforts
• Assist with sponsorship recruitment for special events and campaigns
• Maintain donor records and assist with database management

Marketing & Communications

• Develop and execute marketing and communications plans to promote Habitat’s mission and programs
• Manage social media platforms, website updates, newsletters, and email campaigns
• Create promotional materials including flyers, brochures, sponsorship packets, presentations, and event materials
• Capture and share compelling stories, photos, and videos highlighting Habitat families, volunteers, and community impact
• Maintain consistent branding and messaging across all communication platforms
• Coordinate media outreach, press releases, and community relations efforts

Event Coordination

• Assist in planning and executing fundraising events, community outreach activities, and volunteer appreciation events
• Coordinate event marketing, sponsorships, logistics, and volunteer support
• Represent Habitat at community meetings, networking events, and public functions

Community Engagement

• Build relationships with businesses, civic groups, churches, and community organizations
• Promote volunteer opportunities and community involvement
• Support advocacy and awareness efforts related to affordable housing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, or related field preferred
• 2–5 years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, marketing, or communications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Experience with social media management, email marketing, and graphic design platforms
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Experience with donor databases and CRM systems preferred
• Passion for Habitat for Humanity’s mission and community impact

Preferred Skills

• Event planning and sponsorship development experience
• Photography, videography, or content creation experience
• Knowledge of fundraising best practices and donor stewardship
• Familiarity with Canva, Mailchimp, WordPress, or similar platforms
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, board members, volunteers, and community partners

Salary & Schedule

This is a part time (16-hours per week) position with occasional evening and weekend events required. Compensation will range from $18,000 to $24,000 annually.