Director of Development & Communications

One Family’s mission is to prevent homelessness and break the cycle of family poverty in Massachusetts by promoting pathways to economic independence. Founded in 2000 in response to the growing crisis of family homelessness, One Family believes that education and career success are the foundations of lasting housing stability. This work is especially urgent in Massachusetts, where residents face some of the highest living costs in the country. Through two direct-service programs, the organization helps families at risk of or experiencing homelessness overcome barriers to higher education and family-sustaining careers, supporting their path toward lasting economic and housing stability. One Family pairs this work with public policy advocacy, engaging program participants on its Advocacy Team to use their lived experience to drive systemic change. Learn more about One Family’s programming and impact in 2025 here.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

This is a rare chance to shape the philanthropic future of an organization with a proven model and significant room to grow. As a key member of the executive team, the Director of Development and Communications will build and execute a bold revenue strategy, expanding One Family's funding base, elevating its brand, and deepening donor relationships, at a pivotal moment in the organization's growth.

One Family has a $2.7 million budget for FY2027 and is targeting $1.7 million in philanthropic revenue. You will have the resources and leadership support to pursue new funding streams, build strategic partnerships, and lead a talented three-person team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Director of Development and Communications will play a key role in the organization by focusing on One Family’s future development and direction, including:

Strategic Revenue Leadership

• Develop and execute a multi-year philanthropic growth strategy spanning corporate, foundation, and individual giving

• Build and maintain short- and long-term revenue projections, including scenario planning and risk assessment

• Oversee pipeline management, donor analytics, and performance reporting for the Executive Director and Board

• Develop plans to engage new donors and funders with an emphasis on expanding major donor pipeline

• Lay the groundwork for a future comprehensive campaign by identifying and building the case for emerging organizational priorities

Fundraising & Philanthropy

• Cultivate and steward relationships with major donors, board members, foundations, and corporate funders, including six-figure and multi-year grants

• Serve on the Board's Development Committee and act as a strategic partner to the Executive Director

• Expand the individual giving program through major donor cultivation, appeals, and creative donor engagement

• Plan and evolve signature events—including the annual gala and house parties—while introducing new formats to deepen donor participation

Communications

• Define key themes and messaging, and ensure consistency across digital, print, media, and donor-facing channels

• Champion ethical storytelling that centers the lived experiences of the families One Family serves

• Introduce innovative, personalized donor engagement strategies—leveraging digital tools and creative campaigns to build lasting relationships

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead a three-person team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and growth

• Champion a culture of philanthropy across the organization, ensuring development work aligns with One Family's mission and values

QUALIFICATIONS

We take a broad view of experience and welcome applicants whose paths do not follow a traditional trajectory. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong alignment with One Family’s mission and values, including a deep belief that higher education pathways and careers with stable, family-sustaining income are essential to preventing family homelessness. We are most likely to be excited by your candidacy if you bring:

• A track record of leading comprehensive development programs and building annual revenue plans to meet organizational goals

• Success in securing six-figure and multi-year grants from foundations and corporate funders

• Experience growing individual giving—both major donors and annual appeals—through coordinated, creative approaches

• Comfort using data and owning reporting: pipeline analysis, revenue forecasting, and fundraising dashboards to guide strategy and board reporting

• Proven success in engaging new donors and funders

• Experience managing and developing high-performing fundraising and communications teams

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to represent an organization across diverse stakeholders

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

This is a full-time, exempt position. We are seeking candidates in the Greater Boston area who will be able to meet with donors in Boston regularly. One Family has a hybrid remote work policy, which asks employees to work from their Downtown Boston office one day per week. All local staff attend a monthly in-person team meeting.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The salary for this position is $150,000 annual. To ensure internal parity, salaries are set according to an explicit compensation policy and in line with current staff in the same job group. One Family also offers a comprehensive benefits package to promote your professional growth and development, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemented by a healthcare reimbursement account

• 403(b) retirement plan and employer contribution

• Paid time off

• Paid parental leave

• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care)

• Life insurance and disability insurance

• Pre-tax commuter benefits

The summary of benefits can be found HERE

SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION

Interested candidates are encouraged to promptly submit their applications through our online portal. All applicants will receive a response to their application. Please email Rose with questions or for support in submitting your application.

While subject to change, candidates elected to advance throughout the process can expect:

• an initial phone interview with Positively Partners

• a follow-up interview with Valerie Paric, Executive Director, and Carolyn Miller, Director of Finance

• a multi-part final interview, including a work exercise

The expected start date is August or September of 2026. Positively Partners is committed to conducting an equitable, accessible assessment process. If you would like to request accommodation during the interview process, please email search@positivelypartners.org. Requests for accommodation will be handled confidentially.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

One Family, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from those with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences that reflect the populations we serve.

One Family 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 laws.

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We take a broad view of experience and welcome applicants whose paths do not follow a traditional trajectory. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong alignment with One Family’s mission and values, including a deep belief that higher education pathways and careers with stable, family-sustaining income are essential to preventing family homelessness. We are most likely to be excited by your candidacy if you bring:

• A track record of leading comprehensive development programs and building annual revenue plans to meet organizational goals

• Success in securing six-figure and multi-year grants from foundations and corporate funders

• Experience growing individual giving—both major donors and annual appeals—through coordinated, creative approaches

• Comfort using data and owning reporting: pipeline analysis, revenue forecasting, and fundraising dashboards to guide strategy and board reporting

• Proven success in engaging new donors and funders

• Experience managing and developing high-performing fundraising and communications teams

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to represent an organization across diverse stakeholders

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously

One Family offers a comprehensive benefits package to promote your professional growth and development, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemented by a healthcare reimbursement account

• 403(b) retirement plan and employer contribution

• Paid time off

• Paid parental leave

• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care)

• Life insurance and disability insurance

• Pre-tax commuter benefits

The summary of benefits can be found HERE

Interested candidates are encouraged to promptly submit their applications through our online portal. All applicants will receive a response to their application. Please email Rose with questions or for support in submitting your application.