Job Description
Development (Associate or Manager) – Communications and Events Focus
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Posted on August 22, ****
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BTGB is currently seeking a motivated and talented individual to join the Development team with a focus on Events and Communications. This individual will play a critical role in the organization's development function as we expand our reach, programmatic impact, and the funding base necessary to support such growth. The Development Associate/Manager should possess strong project management and communication skills, be highly detail-oriented, take pride in their work, and strive for excellence.
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They should be excited about making a real impact in people's lives, enjoy new challenges, and be eager to help extend the impact of BTGB's work to more students and teachers. The Development Associate/Manager will report to the Managing Director of Development and work alongside two other Development team members. Additionally, this role will work closely with the Co- Executive Directors, Operations Team, and Program Team.
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POSITION OUTCOMES
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A successful Development Associate/Manager will:
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Become knowledgeable about Breakthrough Greater Boston's programming and be able to tell a compelling story about the organization's impact.
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Build passion and excitement for BTGB's mission among current and prospective donors and partners.
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Manage the writing and design of marketing communications across multiple print and digital platforms for a variety of external audiences.
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Manage Breakthrough's events, including major annual events and smaller tailored event experiences.
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Ensure regular volunteer engagement opportunities that align with Breakthrough's student-centered philosophy and approach.
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Maintain partner and volunteer data within the organization's development database and provide analysis of marketing communications data.
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YOUR CONTRIBUTION
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In this exciting role, you will be responsible for a variety of critical development and communication tasks, including:
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Communications and Marketing
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Manage a calendar of communications that incorporates planned outreach and updates across social media, email, print mailings, and BTGB's website, targeting donors, partners, volunteers, and other external constituents.
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Oversee the design and updating of BTGB's branded collateral.
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Manage the design and creation of email and hard copy content, including the quarterly newsletter and periodic e-communications to donors, friends, and prospective donors.
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Take primary responsibility for updating and maintaining the Breakthrough Greater Boston website.
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Develop and manage the strategy for BTGB's social media platforms, ensuring timely and interactive social media content.
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Write and distribute media releases about important Breakthrough news and events as needed.
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Assist with maintaining corporate partner and volunteer records, gift acknowledgments, and running reports in the organization's development database (Salesforce).
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Maintain lists of key media contacts and elected officials for outreach as needed.
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Event Management and Production
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Assist with the planning and management of all Breakthrough events, including BTGB's three annual events: the Breakthrough Gala (a large fundraiser), Celebration (a student and family event), and Breakthroughs in Education (a content-driven cultivation event). Tasks include vendor management, communication with guests and hosts, and taking a lead role in creating printed materials.
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Oversee all vendor relationships to ensure smooth event logistics.
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Manage the production of event-related print and electronic materials (invitations, programs, signage, etc.).
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Support the solicitation of corporate event sponsors and hosts and the delivery of sponsorship/host advantages.
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In partnership with other members of the Development Team, create a pipeline of vetted corporate sponsor prospects, ensuring an annual increase of funding from corporate donors that is in line with the organization's stated revenue goals.
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Recruit and engage young professionals for the Associate Board, organize and execute fundraising events, and facilitate communication between board members and BTGB staff to achieve strategic goals.
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Develop and manage Breakthrough's annual volunteer calendar, which will include both regular and one-off volunteer events and all associated logistics.
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Lead on outreach to key volunteer networks and corporate partners.
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Work in close partnership with the members of the Program Team to coordinate and volunteer engagement requests and opportunities.
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Support site visits to Breakthrough's programs for all external visitors including donors, prospects, volunteers, and partners.
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YOUR BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONS
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As the incoming Development Associate/Manager, you will possess many, though perhaps not all, of the following characteristics and qualifications:
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Passion for the mission of BTGB, closing opportunity gaps, and training the next generation of urban teachers.
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Up to two years of relevant work experience; direct experience with communications and events preferred.
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Strong computer skills, including experience with donor databases (Salesforce preferred), Microsoft Office, social media platforms, design software (such as InDesign), and marketing platforms (such as Mailchimp and WordPress).
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An unwavering commitment to equity, in deepening your personal understanding and in advancing our collective work.
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Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with students, families, and educators.
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Strong organizational and project management skills.
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Ability to work on multiple projects, adjust quickly to shifting priorities, meet deadlines, exercise good judgment, and handle high-pressure situations.
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with a variety of audiences.
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Team player who demonstrates a positive attitude, sense of humor, energy, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication to collaboration.
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Prior experience with the Breakthrough model is highly desirable; familiarity with partner schools or districts is a plus.
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Flexibility that allows for periodic work on Saturdays and evenings.
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Candidates of color and those from low-income backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply, as are those with fluency in Spanish, Haitian Creole, Amharic, Somali, Arabic, Bengali, Hindi, Tigrinya, or Urdu.
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.

📌 Development (Associate Or Manager) - Communications And Events Focus (Hobart)
🏢 Breakthrough Greater Boston
📍 Hobart