Development & Communications Associate in BRONX, New York at Bronx Charter School For The Arts

Bronx, NY | Full-Time | Hybrid | Reports to Director of Development & Communications

Bronx Charter School for the Arts seeks a highly organized, creative, and detail-oriented Development & Communications Associate to support the school's fundraising, communications, and community engagement efforts.

Reporting to the Director of Development & Communications, this individual will support grant writing, donor stewardship, communications, social media management, website maintenance, and advancement operations. The Associate will play a key role in telling the Bronx Arts story, maintaining donor engagement systems, and ensuring the successful execution of fundraising and communications initiatives.

Fundraising & Grants

• Support grant research, proposal development, and grant reporting.

• Assist with gathering program data, narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation for funding applications.

• Maintain grant calendars, deadlines, and reporting schedules.

• Support donor stewardship activities, acknowledgments, and fundraising campaigns.

Communications & Marketing

• Create content for newsletters, donor communications, annual reports, fundraising materials, and marketing campaigns.

• Capture and share stories that highlight student achievement, arts programming, and school impact.

• Support the implementation of a consistent Bronx Arts brand across all communications.

• Assist with photography, video, and content collection at school events and performances.

Social Media & Website Management

• Manage Bronx Arts' social media platforms.

• Develop and schedule content that promotes school programs, events, student accomplishments, and community partnerships.

• Monitor engagement and recommend strategies to increase visibility and audience growth.

• Maintain and update the school's website to ensure content remains current, engaging, and accurate.

Advancement Operations

• Manage the school's Bloomerang CRM system, ensuring accurate donor records, communications tracking, and reporting.

• Maintain donor databases, fundraising records, and stewardship activities.

• Assist with donor events, community engagement activities, and advancement projects.

• Prepare reports, dashboards, and donor engagement summaries.

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Two or more years of experience in communications, marketing, fundraising, nonprofit administration, or a related field.

• Strong writing, editing, organizational, and project management skills.

• Experience managing social media platforms and website content.

• Experience using CRM systems; Bloomerang experience preferred.

• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Canva, Microsoft Office, and digital communications tools.

• Passion for education, the arts, and community engagement.

Salary Range: $60,000–$72,500, commensurate with experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

This position is based in the Bronx, New York. A hybrid work schedule is available; however, regular on-site attendance is required for school events, performances, fundraising activities, and community engagement initiatives. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.

Interested candidates should submit:

• Resume

• Cover letter describing their interest in Bronx Arts and relevant experience

• Two professional references

Bronx Charter School for the Arts is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.