Nov 26th, 2024
Maryland Legal Aid
Chief Development and Communications Officer
( Maryland | On-site )
Job Description
Chief Development and Communications Officer
About Maryland Legal Aid
Maryland Legal Aid (MLA), the state’s largest provider of free civil legal services, has championed access to justice for over 100 years. Serving all 23 counties and Baltimore City, MLA addresses critical issues such as housing, family, healthcare, employment, and consumer law, focusing on Marylanders experiencing poverty. In 2023 alone, MLA assisted nearly 30,000 clients, including over 10,000 with housing-related matters. Rooted in values of inclusivity, compassion, and anti-racism, MLA’s 300 staff across 12 offices are committed to advancing dignity, equity, and justice for all.
About the Opportunity
MLA seeks a visionary Chief Development and Communications Officer (CDCO) to join its leadership team. Reporting to the Executive Director, the CDCO will lead strategic fundraising and communications efforts that amplify MLA’s mission of equal justice. This pivotal role includes developing innovative strategies to elevate MLA’s profile, diversify funding sources, and communicate its impact to key stakeholders, including donors, policymakers, and media.
With MLA’s adoption of a transformative 5-year strategic plan in 2024, the CDCO will align development and communications initiatives with organizational goals. Key responsibilities include expanding MLA’s fundraising program, overseeing grants, cultivating donor relationships, and leading marketing and public relations efforts to enhance visibility and engagement.
Overseeing a team of 10 professionals across development, grants, and communications, the CDCO will foster a culture of excellence, inclusion, and collaboration. Based in Baltimore City, this leader will work closely with MLA’s statewide offices. The ideal candidate is a bold, experienced fundraiser with a proven track record of success and a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of fundraising, communications, and marketing.
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