Development and Communications Specialist

RiseUP • Colorado Springs, CO

8d • $60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

This position plays a vital role in supporting the Chief Development Officer through marketing, donor engagement, social media strategy, and local business outreach.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Marketing/Communications + 2 years experience OR 4 years relevant experience with no degree required
• Manage and grow social media presence across platforms; coordinate with contractors as needed.
• Strong relationship-building skills, both through virtual communication and in-person engagement including networking.
• Knowledge of marketing strategy and implementation
• Experience in managing social media accounts for organizations or businesses.
• Comfortable working with website content management systems (WordPress or similar).
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Canva and basic graphic design tools (Adobe Suite experience a plus).
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills in a cross-functional environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire) and Minimum 5 years of driving experience.
• Satisfactory BIU, CBI, and FBI background checks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, develop, and manage social media content and campaigns to increase visibility and engagement across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.). This may include working with contractors to create and implement Social Media strategy.
• Assist in creating and distributing newsletters, donor communications, and event promotions.
• Support the CDO with outreach to local small businesses and community partners for sponsorships, partnerships, and donations. This may include going out to meet with local businesses for relational and marketing purposes.
• Assist in coordinating meetings, presentations, and events related to development initiatives and donor cultivation.
• Provide graphic design support for print and digital materials using Canva or similar tools.
• Maintain and update donor and contact databases as needed, managing donor relationship systems including recording donor details, tracking interactions, ensuring timely follow-up.
• Support donor stewardship through preparation of thank-you notes, acknowledgments, and consistent communication to maintain long-term relationships.
• Track marketing and campaign metrics to evaluate effectiveness and suggest improvements.
• Coordinate with and supervise marketing contractors to ensure effectiveness.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full benefits package to include: Medical, Dental, Vision, MetLife Accident Plan, Critical Illness, company-paid Short-Term.
• Also offered are 10 paid holidays, Paid Time Off, Wellness Time and a 403b retirement plan with RiseUp - match after one (1) year.
• (Benefits are subject to change based on reevaluation or benefit plan changes annually.)
• Benefits begin at first of the following month after completing a full 30 days of employment (i.e. start date 4 January 2025, benefits initiate 1 March 2025).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees