Vice President of Development & Marketing

Vice President of Development & Marketing

Full Time Professional Hanna Sonoma, CA, US
13 days ago Requisition ID: 1195
Salary Range: $150,000.00 To $170,000.00 Annually
Job Title: Vice President of Development & Marketing
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Department: Development & Marketing
Reports to: CEO
Updated: May 2026
Job Summary

The Vice President of Development & Marketing provides strategic leadership for Hanna Center’s marketing, communications, development alignment, grant strategy and management, and community engagement efforts. This role is responsible for expanding Hanna’s visibility, strengthening institutional positioning, and driving diversified revenue through integrated marketing, grant funding, community-based support, and recreation programs and facility use.
This leader oversees the full lifecycle of grants, including prospecting, proposal development, compliance, reporting, and stewardship, ensuring alignment with programmatic priorities and organizational strategy. In addition, the VP leads grassroots fundraising efforts, donor communications for entry- and mid-level donors, and community partnership development.
As a key member of the executive team, the VP aligns messaging, brand visibility, grant funding strategy, and community partnerships to support program growth, donor pipeline development, and long-term sustainability. This role works closely with the Director of Development to ensure alignment across all revenue streams and external engagement functions.
Essential Functions

Recreation & Campus Activation

Provide strategic leadership and oversight of recreation programs, including camps (e.g., summer camps), youth and community recreation for both program participants and non-participants
Oversee the planning, growth, and quality of recreation programming to enhance community engagement and mission alignment
Lead the development and management of facility rentals, including athletic fields and campus spaces, as an earned revenue strategy
Ensure recreation programs and facility use are aligned with organizational priorities, safety standards, and community needs
Collaborate with program and operations teams to integrate recreation opportunities across Residential Programs, Mental Health Hub, and Hanna Academy
Establish performance metrics for recreation participation, revenue generation, and community impact
Strategic Leadership

Serve as a member of the executive leadership team, contributing to organizational strategy, planning, and performance
Develop and execute integrated strategies across marketing, grants, and community development aligned with organizational goals
Partner cross-functionally with program and development leaders to align external engagement with programmatic priorities and funding opportunities
Contribute to long-term revenue diversification strategy, including philanthropic, grant, and community-based funding streams
Marketing & Communications

Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy that elevates Hanna’s visibility, brand, and community impact
Oversee digital communications, including social media, website content strategy, email marketing, and storytelling
Direct brand management and ensure consistent, mission-aligned messaging across all platforms
Lead crisis communications strategy and execution in partnership with senior leadership
Collaborate across departments to develop programmatic and institutional collateral materials
Grants Strategy & Management

Lead and manage the full grants lifecycle, including prospect research, proposal development, submission, and stewardship
Oversee grant compliance, reporting, and documentation in alignment with funder requirements and organizational standards
Collaborate with program leaders to develop compelling grant proposals aligned with program outcomes and funding priorities
Monitor grant performance, deliverables, and reporting timelines to ensure compliance and funding continuity
Build and maintain relationships with institutional funders, including foundations, government agencies, and corporate partners
Develop systems and infrastructure to track grant opportunities, submissions, awards, and outcomes
Align grant strategy with broader development and organizational revenue goals
Lead donor communications and grassroots fundraising campaigns
Oversee stewardship of small and mid-level donors to encourage retention and long-term engagement
Build and sustain strong community partnerships, representing Hanna at events, coalitions, and public forums
Expand community-based fundraising and engagement opportunities
Collaboration with Development

Partner closely with the Director of Development to ensure cohesive messaging, donor pipeline alignment, and revenue strategy across all giving levels
Collaborate on event strategy, communications, and donor engagement
Develop and manage departmental budgets across marketing, grants, and community development functions
Establish annual goals, KPIs, and performance metrics; monitor progress and adjust strategies as needed
Supervise staff, consultants, and external partners
Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages Marketing & Communications team members, grants staff and Development personnel, community programming, facility rentals, outreach, donor engagement, grassroots fundraising, and digital content.
Core Competencies

Strategic leadership and organizational planning
Grant writing, compliance, and funder relationship management
Marketing strategy and brand leadership
Donor engagement and community fundraising
Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills
Community partnership development
Project management and cross-functional collaboration
Data-driven decision making and performance management
Cultural humility and ability to work with diverse communities
This position operates primarily on-site and within community settings. Regular participation in meetings, donor engagement, community programming, and events is required. Evening and weekend work is expected in support of events and community activities.
Physical Demands

Ability to remain seated or standing for extended periods
Ability to travel locally for meetings, events, and community engagement
Occasional lifting of materials up to 20 pounds
Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive leadership experience in nonprofit development, marketing, communications, grants management, or community engagement
Demonstrated success securing and managing grants from foundations, corporations, and government agencies
Experience developing and implementing strategic marketing and communications initiatives
Proven experience leading fundraising campaigns, donor engagement strategies, and community partnerships
Supervisory and team leadership experience required, including cross-functional collaboration and staff development
Strong project management, organizational, and budget management skills
Experience using CRM and donor management systems (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, Bloomerang, or similar platforms) preferred
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills required
Experience working with diverse populations and trauma-informed or youth-serving organizations preferred

Additional Eligibility Requirements

Clear background check, pre-employment drug screening, and TB test
Certified or ability to become certified in CPR, First Aid, and Community Water Safety
Valid California driver’s license with the ability to become insured under company policy
Complete Mandated Child Abuse Reporting, Ethical Standards, Crossing Boundaries of Employee Conduct.
Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

Hanna is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Other Duties

This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change at any time. Other duties may be assigned as needed to support organizational goals.

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