Hiring: Development & Communication Director Company: Pontchartrain Conservancy Location: New Orleans, LA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:20:42 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Office, Project Management About the job Required Skills: •This position is full-time at 40 hours weekly based at PC’s Metairie, LA office. •·        Establish and implement the infrastructure needed to support PC’s mission through the solicitation of major gifts, memberships, special events, grants, corporate, foundation & individual support, etc. •·        In coordination with the ED, create and manage the successful implementation of an annual written fundraising & business development plan that is clear in its objectives, target audiences, timelines and assignment of responsibilities. •·        Manage the PC development budget, and work in concert with the ED to develop and monitor the budget throughout the fiscal cycle. •·        Guide & supervise development staff and contractors to support donor identification, solicitation, cultivation and stewardship; grant writing; special events; and membership. •·        Collaborate closely with the Development Assistant who manages the donor database to ensure accurate, timely, and comprehensive donor records and reporting. •·        Partner with the Office Manager to plan and execute special events, ensuring alignment with fundraising goals and donor stewardship strategies. •·        Coordinate event marketing efforts by developing clear promotional strategies, timelines, and materials that support attendance and fundraising goals. Qualifications: •·        Bachelor’s degree and five years fundraising or related experience in a nonprofit environment. •·        Self-starter with strong initiative, drive, sense of urgency & ability to work with a high degree of autonomy. •·        Excellent relationship management & networking skills. •·        Proven & effective team, project management, and managerial skills. •·        A deep commitment to the PC mission. •·        Strong leadership skills & presence. •·        Excellent organizational skills with attentiveness to details & results. •·        Excellent oral & written communication skills. •·        Ability to effectively work with people of diverse backgrounds & experiences. •·        At least two years of experience effectively using donor management software for fundraising and/or sales. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!