Development & Communications Associate

Position Description: **Development \& Communications Associate** Bronx, NY \| Full\-Time \| Hybrid \| Reports to Director of Development \& Communications **Position Summary** Bronx Charter School for the Arts seeks a highly organized, creative, and detail\-oriented Development \& Communications Associate to support the school's fundraising, communications, and community engagement efforts. Reporting to the Director of Development \& Communications, this individual will support grant writing, donor stewardship, communications, social media management, website maintenance, and advancement operations. The Associate will play a key role in telling the Bronx Arts story, maintaining donor engagement systems, and ensuring the successful execution of fundraising and communications initiatives. **Key Responsibilities***Fundraising \& Grants** Support grant research, proposal development, and grant reporting. * Assist with gathering program data, narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation for funding applications. * Maintain grant calendars, deadlines, and reporting schedules. * Support donor stewardship activities, acknowledgments, and fundraising campaigns. *Communications \& Marketing** Create content for newsletters, donor communications, annual reports, fundraising materials, and marketing campaigns. * Capture and share stories that highlight student achievement, arts programming, and school impact. * Support the implementation of a consistent Bronx Arts brand across all communications. * Assist with photography, video, and content collection at school events and performances. *Social Media \& Website Management** Manage Bronx Arts' social media platforms. * Develop and schedule content that promotes school programs, events, student accomplishments, and community partnerships. * Monitor engagement and recommend strategies to increase visibility and audience growth. * Maintain and update the school's website to ensure content remains current, engaging, and accurate. *Advancement Operations** Manage the school's Bloomerang CRM system, ensuring accurate donor records, communications tracking, and reporting. * Maintain donor databases, fundraising records, and stewardship activities. * Assist with donor events, community engagement activities, and advancement projects. * Prepare reports, dashboards, and donor engagement summaries. **Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree preferred. * Two or more years of experience in communications, marketing, fundraising, nonprofit administration, or a related field. * Strong writing, editing, organizational, and project management skills. * Experience managing social media platforms and website content. * Experience using CRM systems; Bloomerang experience preferred. * Proficiency with Google Workspace, Canva, Microsoft Office, and digital communications tools. * Passion for education, the arts, and community engagement. **Compensation \& Benefits** Salary Range: $60,000–$72,500, commensurate with experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package. **Location \& Work Environment** This position is based in the Bronx, New York. A hybrid work schedule is available; however, regular on\-site attendance is required for school events, performances, fundraising activities, and community engagement initiatives. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required. **How to Apply** Interested candidates should submit:* Resume * Cover letter describing their interest in Bronx Arts and relevant experience * Two professional references **Equal Opportunity Employer***Bronx Charter School for the Arts is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.*