Communications & Development Manager

The Partnership for America’s Children is seeking a dynamic and mission-driven Communications & Development Manager to lead strategic communications, storytelling, and funder engagement efforts that advance our national child advocacy work.

This role is ideal for a strong writer, creative communicator, and organized project manager who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting children and families through impactful nonprofit work.

About the Partnership

The Partnership for America’s Children supports a national network of state and local child advocacy organizations working to advance equitable policies that improve the well-being of children and families. We strengthen advocates' capacity through shared learning, peer connections, leadership development, and coordinated network engagement, and we serve as a trusted intermediary for philanthropic investment in state and local child advocacy.

About the Role

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Communications & Development Manager will oversee organizational communications, brand management, donor stewardship, and development support efforts. The Manager will implement a cohesive communications strategy, strengthen organizational visibility, and help cultivate and maintain philanthropic relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Communications & Marketing

• • Manage the organization’s communications calendar and digital outreach
  • Produce newsletters, e-blasts, and mission-driven content
  • Maintain consistent brand voice and messaging across platforms
  • Coordinate website updates and storytelling projects
  • Draft announcements, talking points, and external communications

Development & Donor Engagement

• • Support grant proposal development and fundraising communications
  • Manage donor stewardship and funder updates
  • Maintain fundraising materials and donor tracking systems
  • Assist with prospect research and philanthropic engagement efforts

Collaboration & Coordination

• • Partner with staff to gather impact stories and program updates
  • Coordinate communications workflows and contractor deliverables
  • Support creation of visual and multimedia content for reports and presentations

Qualifications

• • 4–6 years of experience in nonprofit communications, development, or related work
  • Excellent writing, editing, and project management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Experience with or willingness to learn platforms such as Constant Contact, Canva, Google Workspace, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint
  • Comfort working in a fully remote and collaborative environment
  • Commitment to equity and mission-driven work

Experience in child advocacy, public policy, or national nonprofit networks is a plus.

Location: This is a remote position open to candidates residing in the continental United States.

Salary: $70,000–$75,000

Benefits

The Partnership for America’s Children offers a comprehensive and family-supportive benefits package, including:

• • Fully remote work environment
  • Generous health coverage for employees and families
  • Retirement contribution match
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Professional development and conference support
  • Collaborative, equity-centered organizational culture

To Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications HERE . Applications will be accepted until June 8.