Donor Communications Specialist

The Buckeye Ranch is seeking a Donor Communications Specialist to join our Marketing & Communications team. The Donor Communications Specialist is responsible for developing and executing compelling, donor-centered communications that advance the organization's fundraising goals and strengthen its external brand. This role plays a critical part in inspiring philanthropy by translating impact into clear, emotionally resonant stories across multiple channels, including donor appeals, campaigns, digital content, and public-facing communications.

Learn about The Buckeye Ranch:

For decades, The Buckeye Ranch has been restoring hope and providing healing for children, youth, and families in Central Ohio. Our continuum of care addresses every stage and aspect of what children may be experiencing after traumas caused by mental illness, abuse, or neglect. With help from The Buckeye Ranch, they're empowered to overcome obstacles, tap into their resilience, and move forward toward healthy, fulfilling lives.

Our benefits:

Benefit effective date: First of the month following 30 days of employment.

• Wonderful medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off (Three weeks within the first year)
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• 401K + Employer Contribution
• Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Program

Who you are:

• You have a bachelor's degree in English, communications, journalism or related major.
• You have three years of external communications, fundraising communications, or nonprofit development experience.
• You are preferably a Certified Fund-Raising Exec (CFRE).
• You have proven computer skills using Microsoft, Adobe, RENXT, and mass email software.
• You have an active driver's license and proof of auto insurance.

Applicants are considered for all positions in accordance with statutes and regulations concerning non-discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, non-disqualifying disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. The Buckeye Ranch is an equal opportunity employer, as well as a substance and tobacco free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment drug screen, references, FBI/BCI background check, ARCS registries check, and SACWIS database checks. At this time, The Buckeye Ranch is unable to provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

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