Director of Development and Communications (IP)

Ignite Peace is seeking a mission-driven Director of Development and Communications to lead fundraising and strategic communications efforts. This is a hands-on leadership role for a dynamic team player with a passion for social justice, a talent for donor engagement, and the ability to tell powerful stories of impact.

Director of Development and Communications
Ignite Peace - Cincinnati, OH
Full-time | Exempt | Reports to: Executive Director

Ignite Peace is seeking a mission-driven Director of Development and Communications to lead fundraising and strategic communications efforts. This is a hands-on leadership role for a dynamic team player with a passion for social justice, a talent for donor engagement, and the ability to tell powerful stories of impact.

About Us
Ignite Peace (formerly Intercommunity Justice and Peace Center) educates and advocates for peace, challenges unjust systems, and the creation of a nonviolent society. Our work is rooted in our frameworks of anti-racism and nonviolence. From this foundation and shared set of values, we advocate for systemic changes to our criminal justice and immigration justice systems. Learn more: ignitepeace.org

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Development (60%)
● Lead all major annual fundraising campaigns and donor appeals
● Plan and manage the Annual Gathering, our signature development event
● Coordinate peer-to-peer fundraising through recruitment and administration of our Flying Pig Marathon team
● Steward donors with timely thank-yous, receipts, and relationship-building
● Maintain and analyze donor data (Salesforce, GoFundMePro, QuickBooks)
● Partner with the Executive Director and Development Committee on long-term strategy

Communications (25%)
● Lead organizational communications strategy and implementation
● Oversee website, email communication, and social media (WordPress, MailChimp, Facebook, Instagram)
● Create engaging content for newsletters, annual reports, and event materials
● Represent Ignite Peace at public events, in the media, and with stakeholders
● Design graphics and promotional materials (Canva)

Administration & Team Support (15%)
● Support financial tracking, donor reporting, and database management
● Collaborate on organizational policies, legal filings, and office systems
● Recruit and supervise interns or volunteers as needed

Ignite Peace values collaboration—our small team shares responsibilities and supports one another. 

Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree preferred and 3+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience
● Proven success with donor engagement, fundraising campaigns, and events
● Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills
● Proficiency in Salesforce (or other CRM), Canva, MailChimp, and QuickBooks
● Skilled in digital platforms and analytics
● Organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple projects
● Deep commitment to peace, justice, and nonviolence

Compensation & Benefits
● Salary: $57,000-$60,000
● QSEHRA health reimbursement
● Generous PTO and flexible schedule

To Apply:
Submit resume and cover letter via email to careers@ignitepeace.org by October 5, 2025. Ignite Peace is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and identities. We encourage applicants from marginalized and underrepresented communities to apply.