Pima Council On Aging, Inc.
Vice President, Philanthropy & Communications
Pima Council On Aging, Inc., Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Overview
Purpose:
This position provides executive leadership for philanthropy and communications at Pima Council on Aging (PCOA), driving strategies to grow philanthropic revenue through major gifts, planned giving, and donor stewardship. The VP also directs marketing, communications, and public relations to ensure consistent messaging that strengthens donor relationships, expands community engagement, and enhances PCOA’s reputation as a trusted leader for older adults in Pima County. Category:
Full-time, Exempt Reports to:
President & Chief Executive Officer Compensation:
From $93,944.61 (Dependent upon relevant education, experience, and preferred qualifications). Major Duties & Responsibilities
Leads a comprehensive fund development strategy, including major gifts, annual giving, planned giving, corporate, and foundation support. Cultivates, solicits, and stewards a portfolio of major donors and prospects to deepen engagement and grow giving. Designs and oversees donor stewardship programs with timely acknowledgment, personalized recognition, and impact reporting. Directs integrated marketing and communications to elevate PCOA’s public image, advance fundraising goals, and ensure mission-driven, consistent messaging across all channels. Oversees content creation for digital platforms, newsletters, media, and campaigns highlighting donor impact and program outcomes. Builds and maintains relationships with the CEO, Board, community partners, media, and stakeholders to strengthen donor engagement, visibility, and trust. Provides strategic leadership for the Philanthropy and Communications Department, including recruitment, development, training, performance evaluation, and corrective action. Oversees departmental budgets, policies, projects, and metrics to ensure alignment with agency priorities and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Manages and guides a multidisciplinary professional team, facilitating meetings, identifying training needs, and fostering a collaborative and results-oriented culture. Serves as a member of the Executive Management Team, contributing to agency-wide strategy, leadership, and operations. Qualifications
An equivalent combination of education and experience related to the position may be considered. A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business or Public Administration, Non-profit Management, or a closely related field. At least five (5) years of experience in a leadership role; experience within a non-profit setting is preferred. At least five (5) years of experience with non-profit fundraising, communications, marketing, and public relations. Proven success in building and managing donor pipelines, securing major gifts, and designing stewardship strategies. Experience directing marketing and communications that advance fundraising and organizational visibility. Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) credential preferred. Additional Qualifications
Must have reliable transportation. Must successfully obtain and maintain AZ Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance and Central Registry background clearance. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of Bloomerang or other donor management or customer relationship management software at an intermediate to advanced level. Knowledge of business acumen, including principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and project management within a non-profit setting. Knowledge of ethical fundraising principles and practices. Knowledge of executive management principles and practices and possession of excellent leadership skills. Knowledge of marketing and communications principles and practices. Skill in using Microsoft Office suite and virtual collaboration platforms. Ability to be an active, positive, and contributing member of the Executive Management Team. Ability to coach, guide, and support a multidisciplinary and professional team to optimize productivity and morale. Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the vision, mission, and values of Pima Council on Aging and its family of non-profit companies. Ability to facilitate solutions to complex problems facing the department. Ability to professionally represent the organization at the executive level and work harmoniously with diverse populations including staff, clients, and providers. Schedule, Post of Duty, & Travel Requirements
37.5 hours weekly, primarily Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This position is located at the Lupu Building (8467 East Broadway, Tucson AZ 85710). Some remote work may be available. Occasional travel to community events and external/internal meetings and conferences. Benefits
PCOA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Employees working at least thirty (30) hours per week are eligible for medical, (PPO and HDHP with or without an HSA) dental, and vision benefits. Employees working at least thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hours per week are eligible for additional voluntary life and AD&D, as well as long- and short-term disability benefits. Regular, full-time employees receive fourteen (14) paid holidays, twenty-one (21) days of vacation, and fifteen and a half (15.5) days of sick leave. Part-time employees receive a prorated amount of time off depending on the number of hours worked. A bilingual pay differential is available to employees in a bilingual-eligible position upon receiving an acceptable score on a fluency examination. Employees are immediately eligible to contribute and are vested in a 401K plan upon hire. An employee wellness and employee assistance program are available to support the health and wellness of all PCOA employees and members of their households. In-house training and professional development opportunities are available. About Pima Council on Aging
Pima Council on Aging’s mission is to promote dignity and respect for aging and to advocate for independence in the lives of Pima County’s older adults and their families. We are Pima County’s leading experts on aging well, advocacy, and unbiased information for older adults and their families. Founded in 1967, PCOA was among the first aging services organizations in the nation. We are passionate about improving the experience of aging in our community. With more than five decades of service to Pima County’s communities, we have developed an unparalleled network of service partners and programs and older adults. This allows us to continually find new ways to serve our community through direct services and partnerships. We strive to be inclusive, innovative, and integrated into the fabric of our community. The agency budget of $17M, which includes Caregiver Training Institute and Pima Care at Home (members of the PCOA family of nonprofit agencies), is comprised of national, state, and local government contracts; grants, contributions, and gifts; program fees; and special event revenues. Equal Employment Opportunity
Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity: At Pima Council on Aging, we don’t just accept differences – their importance is one of our key values. We are committed to building a team that serves the community by representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, skills, and abilities. As an equal opportunity employer, we support diversity, foster equity, and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all.
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Purpose:
This position provides executive leadership for philanthropy and communications at Pima Council on Aging (PCOA), driving strategies to grow philanthropic revenue through major gifts, planned giving, and donor stewardship. The VP also directs marketing, communications, and public relations to ensure consistent messaging that strengthens donor relationships, expands community engagement, and enhances PCOA’s reputation as a trusted leader for older adults in Pima County. Category:
Full-time, Exempt Reports to:
President & Chief Executive Officer Compensation:
From $93,944.61 (Dependent upon relevant education, experience, and preferred qualifications). Major Duties & Responsibilities
Leads a comprehensive fund development strategy, including major gifts, annual giving, planned giving, corporate, and foundation support. Cultivates, solicits, and stewards a portfolio of major donors and prospects to deepen engagement and grow giving. Designs and oversees donor stewardship programs with timely acknowledgment, personalized recognition, and impact reporting. Directs integrated marketing and communications to elevate PCOA’s public image, advance fundraising goals, and ensure mission-driven, consistent messaging across all channels. Oversees content creation for digital platforms, newsletters, media, and campaigns highlighting donor impact and program outcomes. Builds and maintains relationships with the CEO, Board, community partners, media, and stakeholders to strengthen donor engagement, visibility, and trust. Provides strategic leadership for the Philanthropy and Communications Department, including recruitment, development, training, performance evaluation, and corrective action. Oversees departmental budgets, policies, projects, and metrics to ensure alignment with agency priorities and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Manages and guides a multidisciplinary professional team, facilitating meetings, identifying training needs, and fostering a collaborative and results-oriented culture. Serves as a member of the Executive Management Team, contributing to agency-wide strategy, leadership, and operations. Qualifications
An equivalent combination of education and experience related to the position may be considered. A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business or Public Administration, Non-profit Management, or a closely related field. At least five (5) years of experience in a leadership role; experience within a non-profit setting is preferred. At least five (5) years of experience with non-profit fundraising, communications, marketing, and public relations. Proven success in building and managing donor pipelines, securing major gifts, and designing stewardship strategies. Experience directing marketing and communications that advance fundraising and organizational visibility. Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) credential preferred. Additional Qualifications
Must have reliable transportation. Must successfully obtain and maintain AZ Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance and Central Registry background clearance. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of Bloomerang or other donor management or customer relationship management software at an intermediate to advanced level. Knowledge of business acumen, including principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and project management within a non-profit setting. Knowledge of ethical fundraising principles and practices. Knowledge of executive management principles and practices and possession of excellent leadership skills. Knowledge of marketing and communications principles and practices. Skill in using Microsoft Office suite and virtual collaboration platforms. Ability to be an active, positive, and contributing member of the Executive Management Team. Ability to coach, guide, and support a multidisciplinary and professional team to optimize productivity and morale. Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the vision, mission, and values of Pima Council on Aging and its family of non-profit companies. Ability to facilitate solutions to complex problems facing the department. Ability to professionally represent the organization at the executive level and work harmoniously with diverse populations including staff, clients, and providers. Schedule, Post of Duty, & Travel Requirements
37.5 hours weekly, primarily Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This position is located at the Lupu Building (8467 East Broadway, Tucson AZ 85710). Some remote work may be available. Occasional travel to community events and external/internal meetings and conferences. Benefits
PCOA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Employees working at least thirty (30) hours per week are eligible for medical, (PPO and HDHP with or without an HSA) dental, and vision benefits. Employees working at least thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hours per week are eligible for additional voluntary life and AD&D, as well as long- and short-term disability benefits. Regular, full-time employees receive fourteen (14) paid holidays, twenty-one (21) days of vacation, and fifteen and a half (15.5) days of sick leave. Part-time employees receive a prorated amount of time off depending on the number of hours worked. A bilingual pay differential is available to employees in a bilingual-eligible position upon receiving an acceptable score on a fluency examination. Employees are immediately eligible to contribute and are vested in a 401K plan upon hire. An employee wellness and employee assistance program are available to support the health and wellness of all PCOA employees and members of their households. In-house training and professional development opportunities are available. About Pima Council on Aging
Pima Council on Aging’s mission is to promote dignity and respect for aging and to advocate for independence in the lives of Pima County’s older adults and their families. We are Pima County’s leading experts on aging well, advocacy, and unbiased information for older adults and their families. Founded in 1967, PCOA was among the first aging services organizations in the nation. We are passionate about improving the experience of aging in our community. With more than five decades of service to Pima County’s communities, we have developed an unparalleled network of service partners and programs and older adults. This allows us to continually find new ways to serve our community through direct services and partnerships. We strive to be inclusive, innovative, and integrated into the fabric of our community. The agency budget of $17M, which includes Caregiver Training Institute and Pima Care at Home (members of the PCOA family of nonprofit agencies), is comprised of national, state, and local government contracts; grants, contributions, and gifts; program fees; and special event revenues. Equal Employment Opportunity
Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity: At Pima Council on Aging, we don’t just accept differences – their importance is one of our key values. We are committed to building a team that serves the community by representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, skills, and abilities. As an equal opportunity employer, we support diversity, foster equity, and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all.
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