Position: Development and Communications Manager
Reports To: Executive Director
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Areas of Focus: Development, Fundraising, Grants, Donor Engagement, Communications and Marketing

Salary & Benefits: $60,000 – $80,000 commensurate with experience. AALEAD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Fully paid life insurance

• Fully paid short- and long-term disability insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Professional development stipend

• 10 days of annual leave per year, 6 days sick leave, and paid federal holidays

• Hybrid telework schedule

Position Summary: AALEAD is seeking a strategic, mission-driven Development and Communications Manager to lead the organization’s fundraising, revenue development efforts, and communications. This role is responsible for growing and diversifying AALEAD’s funding base through individual and corporate fundraising, grants, events, donor systems, and organization-wide communication.

The Development and Communications Manager will oversee all aspects of development and communications, including donor cultivation and stewardship, grant writing and reporting, fundraising events, development systems, and the organization’s communications. This position works closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and staff to strengthen AALEAD’s long-term financial sustainability.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, relationship-oriented, and motivated by impact. A passion for supporting AAPI communities and a collaborative, growth-minded approach are essential.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Development & Fundraising (Primary Responsibility)

• Lead and implement AALEAD’s overall development strategy to grow and diversify revenue

• Design and execute individual donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate and foundation donors

• Plan and lead all fundraising and donor engagement events

• Represent AALEAD in donor meetings, cultivation opportunities, and community events

• Coordinate donor site visits at program locations and special events

Grant Writing & Management

• Research, write, and submit grant proposals to government, foundation, and corporate funders

• Manage grant calendars, deadlines, and submission requirements

• Collaborate with program and finance staff to gather narratives, data, budgets, and outcomes

• Prepare and submit timely grant reports in compliance with funder requirements

• Maintain organized grant records and documentation

Donor Stewardship & Systems

• Produce timely donor acknowledgements, thank-you letters, recognition materials, and impact updates

• Design and implement donor and public engagement calendars that leverage key advocacy moments, events, and emerging opportunities

• Track all donor activity, gifts, and communications using Bloomerang CRM

• Maintain accurate donor records and generate development reports as needed

• Support donor retention and upgrade strategies

Communications & Marketing

• Lead AALEAD’s overall communications and storytelling strategy to increase visibility, donor engagement, and community awareness

• Manage the production of high-quality print and digital communications, including newsletters, annual materials, and donor communications

• Maintain and update AALEAD’s website and social media platforms

• Ensure consistent branding, messaging, and voice across all communications channels

• Capture and elevate program impact stories that support fundraising, donor stewardship, and grant development

Administrative & Board Support

• In collaboration with the Executive Director, develop and manage the annual Development budget

• Prepare development reports and materials for Board meetings and committees

• Support Board members in fundraising and donor engagement efforts

• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

• Strong alignment with AALEAD’s mission and commitment to supporting AAPI communities

• 3–5 years of experience in communications, fundraising, development, or a related nonprofit role

• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and time management

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated experience with donor engagement, fundraising events, and storytelling

• Demonstrated experience in or strong interest in grant writing and grant management (prior grant experience preferred)

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends

Mental and Physical Demands

• High level of concentration and attention to detail

• Access to a vehicle or reliable means of transportation to travel locally throughout the region

• Ability to work a regular Monday–Friday schedule with flexibility for evening and weekend responsibilities as needed

Equal Employment Opportunity

Asian American LEAD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, or any other non-merit factor.

How to Apply: Please submit a thoughtful cover letter and resume to info@aalead.org, addressed to Siu Cheung Rossmark, Executive Director. Please include “Application for Development and Communications Manager” in the subject line. Incomplete applications will not be considered.