Chief Development & Communications Officer
Atlanta, GA
Partners for HOME
Date Posted: 6/9/2025
Partners for HOME is seeking a Chief Development and Communications Officer (CDCO) to join our mission to make homelessness in the City of Atlanta rare, brief and nonrecurring by providing strategic leadership over development, communications and public and government relations. The CDCO will work closely with the CEO, staff and Board of Directors to implement strategies to drive revenue and advance communication strategy while overseeing staff and contractors to execute the work. Together with his/her team, the CDCO will:
Secure public and private support, resource alignment and funding for CoC initiatives and organizational operations; and
Develop and implement a strategic communications plan to establish PFH as a leading voice on homelessness.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Drive Resources and Achieve Results
Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with volunteers, community and business leaders, donors, and fund recipients to generate necessary resources
Meet annual fundraising goals per the development of a strategic development plan
Develop and maintain a successful corporate, foundation, and individual solicitation program, including developing a strategic development plan, identifying priorities and prospects, and building resources and connections to implement the plan.
Create and manage a portfolio of corporate, foundation, and individual prospects, communicate with current and prospective donors to build relationships and secure grants and donation
Initiate strategic ways to generate revenue
Development long- and short- range plans that ensure long-term sustainability for both PFH and the CoC
Build relationships and inspire investment including a systematic approach of personal connection and outreach to potential donors
Oversee all grant writing and submissions including the annual HUD CoC NOFA
Effective, Engaging, and Innovative Communications Plan Development and Execution
Create an annual strategic communications plan
Present compelling case to catalyze interest, link donor aspirations to needs and secure support
Distill complex information into a simple, clear message using examples, stories, and community information that are relevant and resonate with the donor, volunteer, and partner
Develop strategic briefing, key talking points, and communication materials
Execute the development and implementation of social marketing, public and media relations, website content, communication/resource development materials and brand management
Grow brand familiarity through a cohesive content strategy and consistent positioning across all communications channels.
Grow organization’s media presence: cultivate media presence, build interest and coverage and pitch compelling stories. Lead media relations, including responding to media requests, crafting media content and facilitating interviews.
Evaluate efficacy of communications; monitor and report out on strategic plan progress via key metrics and regular, systematic updates.
Integrate equity principles into communications strategies, ensuring messaging is culturally sensitive, representative, and inclusive. Align strategies to advance communitywide racial equity goals and priorities.
Public and Government Relations
Devise and support implementation of stakeholder engagement strategies
Foster, maintain, and deepen relationships with a diverse stakeholder base including high-impact community leaders, member organizations, businesses, thought leaders, donors, government, and other strategic allies.
Primary liaison to public officials; build and manage relationships with government officials and provide education and real time problem-solving support on issues related to homelessness.
Maintain current, in-depth knowledge of the political climate and policies impacting efforts to reduce homelessness; educate the agency and its stakeholders regarding changes, risks, and policy recommendations.
Provide strategic leadership over efforts to improve public policy and secure support and funding for solutions to homelessness.
Qualifications:
10 to 15 years of experience in external relations, communications, development or related field
Government and media relations experience preferred.
Comprehensive knowledge in nonprofit fundraising, communications, and marketing
Ability to maintain knowledge and professional development in market research, business trends and fundraising trends that may impact needs and resources
Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office and other software
Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ideal candidates will have demonstrated capabilities in the following areas:
Strategic Communications: Ability to develop and execute a strategic communication plan including demonstrated competency in marketing, communications, brand management, and developing key messages for target audiences. Demonstrated ability in effectively managing media relations.
Written & Verbal Communication: Ability to create exceptional written content and deliver verbal presentations in multiple settings, and present complex information in a clear, compelling and concise manner.
External Relationship Development and Management: Ability to navigate complex political, private, and non-profit sectors and build and nurture collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders – donors, Boards, public officials, member organization, and other community leaders and partners.
Government Relations: Awareness of local political landscape and ability to problem-solve with policy makers and inform policy solutions to homelessness.
Project Management: Ability to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and evaluate the work of a team to achieve specifical goals within defined timelines.
Agility and Adaptability: Adaptable to change and responsive to incorporating new insights into plans and strategies. Comfortable making decisions and the ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment or with imperfect information.
Strategic Organizational Leadership: Proven ability to provide long term strategic direction, lead strategic plans, and direct team execution against measurable goals and objectives. Ability to recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing and diverse teams.
Commitment to Equity: Ability to align strategic communications to advance Partners for HOME and the CoC's racial equity goals. Motivation and ability to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position manages two contractors for communications and grant writing. It is anticipated that this position will have at least one new direct report for communications support.
Compensation
Partners for HOME offers a competitive compensation package. The pay range for this position is $116,000 - $145,000 annually.
Partners for HOME provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $116,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Sabbatical
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Atlanta, GA 30315
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