JOB DESCRIPTION
WHO WE ARE
Pathfinder International is driven by the conviction that all people, regardless of where they live, have the right to decide whether and when to have children, to exist free from fear and stigma, and to lead the lives they choose. Since 1957, we have partnered with local governments, communities, and health systems in developing countries to remove barriers to critical sexual and reproductive health services. Together, we expand access to contraception, promote healthy pregnancies, save women’s lives, and stop the spread of new HIV infections, wherever the need is most urgent. Our work ensures millions of women, men, and young people are able to choose their own paths forward.
JOIN OUR EXTERNAL RELATIONS TEAM
The External Relations team is responsible for all individual fundraising (including online, direct mail, and major gift cultivation), external communications, stewardship of Pathfinder’s brand and positioning, and management of Pathfinder’s online presence. External Relations collaborates with all departments within Pathfinder and successfully communicates the organization’s core values and mission—the heart of our work.
THE PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION
The Fundraising and Marketing Writer is responsible for writing persuasive, clear, concise, emotional, and impactful content that inspires audiences to take action in support of Pathfinder’s work. This writer may work out of our Boston or DC office or remotely at another location.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conceptualize and craft a range of digital and print content tailored to reach various target audiences and consistent with the department’s goals and priorities, including:
Donor appeals, email campaigns, impact stories, brochures, blogs, donor acknowledgement letters telemarketing scripts, and web pages
Research and develop innovative and creative concepts and themes for promoting Pathfinder’s work across multiple channels
Actively contribute to the development and execution of Pathfinder’s fundraising goals through participation in strategy and workplan meetings
Write clear, compelling, and effectively organized materials that connect external audiences to Pathfinder’s work, motivate donors to give, and help them see the impact of their donations
Collaborate with Pathfinder experts at headquarters and around the globe to ensure our sexual and reproductive health programs are described accurately and ethically
Think both creatively and strategically to craft copy within design constraints, and coordinate with graphic designers and production houses to produce materials
Ensure products reflect Pathfinder’s brand and identity guidelines
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Outstanding writing, editing, and proofreading skills
- Demonstrated track record of crafting concise, emotive, and persuasive content
- Excellent storyteller
- Minimum 3 years of experience in communications, fundraising, or direct marketing
- Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and take direction from several stakeholders
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Deadline-driven and comfortable meeting on-demand writing requests
- Diplomatic, discreet, and trustworthy; capable of handling highly sensitive and/or confidential information appropriately
- Independent and accountable, thriving in an environment with remote supervision
- Proficient in MS Office, including PowerPoint
- Willingness to travel up to two weeks a year to a developing country where Pathfinder works
- Passion for Pathfinder’s mission and values
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign and Photoshop
WRITING SAMPLES
We ask that all applicants submit 3 short samples of your writing and strongly prefer the following, if possible:
- Direct response
- Impact story (a powerful story of about an individual whose life was changed)
- Blog post
Pathfinder International is proud to be an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
Our staff hail from over 20 countries and include people of a wide variety of races, nationalities, ages, and socio-economic backgrounds. We know that diverse teams are strong teams, and welcome those with alternative identities, backgrounds, and experiences.
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