Boston CASA currently has the following positions available:
Philanthropy and Development Manager (Full-time, In-Person)
Position Summary
Boston CASA is seeking a dynamic, relationship-driven Philanthropy and Development Manager to join its growing Development team. Reporting to the Senior Director of Development, this position will work collaboratively with the Senior Director of Development and Grants & Development Manager to advance the organization’s ambitious five-year strategic growth plan. The Philanthropy and Development Manager will play a key role in expanding philanthropic support, strengthening corporate partnerships, increasing donor engagement, and elevating Boston CASA’s visibility through strategic communications and marketing efforts. This position combines frontline fundraising with compelling storytelling to help ensure that more children and youth experiencing abuse and neglect receive the advocacy of a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA).
Essential Responsibilities
Donor Management & Corporate Partnerships
- Identify, research, and develop new sponsorship opportunities
- Coordinate donor meetings, site visits, and cultivation events with the Senior Director of Development
- Prepare donor proposals, sponsorship packages, presentations, and stewardship reports
- Maintain accurate donor records and track cultivation activities within the donor database.
Communications & Marketing
- Update website content to ensure information remains current, compelling, and mission-focused – Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communication platforms and materials
- Gather stories, photographs, and impact data to communicate Boston CASA’s mission and outcomes effectively
- Manage Boston CASA’s social media presence and content calendar
CRM, Data Management & Fundraising Analytics
- Manage and maintain Boston CASA’s CRM, ensuring donor, prospect, corporate, foundation, and other constituent records are accurate, complete, and consistently updated
- Oversee gift processing and data integrity, including recording contributions, pledges, donor communications, acknowledgments, and relevant stewardship activity in accordance with established procedures – Develop and maintain donor reporting and dashboards to track fundraising performance, donor retention, acquisition, giving trends, pipeline activity, and progress toward annual development goals
- Support donor cultivation and stewardship by maintaining accurate donor histories, tracking engagement and follow-up activities, and identifying opportunities for increased or renewed giving
- Manage donor segmentation and data analysis to support targeted appeals, campaigns, events, major gifts, and corporate and foundation fundraising strategies
- Establish and maintain CRM policies, procedures, and best practices, including data entry standards, database cleanup, reporting protocols, and Development staff training to ensure the CRM serves as an effective fundraising tool
- Prepare reports and fundraising metrics for leadership and the Board of Directors
- Perform other development-related duties that support the organizations strategic growth priorities
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Minimum of 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, communications, marketing, or a related field
- Demonstrated success managing donor relationships and securing major gifts and/or corporate sponsorships
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to develop compelling fundraising and marketing materials
- Experience managing social media platforms, websites, and digital marketing initiatives
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Experience using donor database/CRM systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with graphic design platforms such as Canva preferred
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team
- Passion for Boston CASA’s mission and commitment to serving children and youth involved in the child welfare system
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in nonprofit development, particularly major gifts, corporate partnerships, or annual giving
- Experience working with volunteers, boards, or fundraising committees
- Knowledge of donor stewardship best practices and integrated communications strategies
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: 71K-85K
Boston CASA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, holidays, and professional development opportunities.
Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to marc@bostoncasa.org. The cover letter should highlight the candidates experience related to key responsibilities of this role including corporate philanthropy, donor database management, and development communications.
At Boston CASA, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our team and the communities we serve. Boston CASA is an equal opportunity employer and as such, we do not discriminate against any team member or candidate because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by law. We encourage all to apply.
Advocate Supervisor (Full-time)
General Description
The Advocate Supervisor reports to the Program Director and supports, guides, and supervises the work of CASA volunteer GALs, advocating for the best interest of abused and neglected children living in foster care. In doing so, the Advocate Supervisor ensures volunteer compliance with Organization policies. The Advocate Supervisor will support the Program Director, as needed, in the day-to-day administration of the Program. He/she will support the volunteer’s daily work, including collaboration with the Department of Children and Families, the Juvenile Court and Children and Family Law (CAFL) attorneys.
Responsibilities
Supervision, support and management of volunteer advocates and their assigned cases:
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- Maintain organized, accurate and up-to-date physical and electronic case records in compliance with Agency protocols, ensuring data integrity for reporting needs
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- Supervise 25-30 volunteer advocates; caseload size is at the discretion of the Program Director
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- Support volunteer advocates in the completion of court-mandated duties, including, but not limited to, developing and submitting monthly contact logs, court reports and case plans and participating in court hearings and case meetings
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- Exercise discretion and independent judgment to assist advocates in creative problem solving, utilizing Agency and community resources and ensuring accuracy and consistency with dependency permanency planning law and best practices
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- Facilitate and mediate relationships between advocates and professionals, family members, and others as needed
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- Maintain monthly minimum contact with advocates, providing coaching, and advice tailored to individual case and volunteer needs
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- Identify and share information about specialized services and resources with advocates and Boston CASA staff
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- Annually evaluate advocate performance in the fulfillment of their duties
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- Apply critical thinking to analyze, formulate, and assists volunteers in recommendations to advocate for best interest for children and youth using strengths-based lens
Additional Responsibilities
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- Provide assistance to the Director of Community Engagement and Volunteer Services, with the recruitment, screening and training of new advocates and the continuing education and retention of established advocates.
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- Assist in referrals provided by Suffolk and Middlesex County Courts with thoughtful and intentional matching of CASA volunteers.
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- Establish and maintain effective, collegial working relationships with Boston CASA staff, board and volunteers, as well as with representatives of the Department of Children and Families, the CAFL attorney panel, education service providers and other community service providers and entities
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- Other duties as assigned; non-essential job duties, non-related responsibilities and other tasks as required by the Executive Director and Organization may be assigned from time to time – Boston CASA is a small non-profit organization requiring flexibility from its staff, including occasional evening and weekend hours.
Qualifications and Requirements
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- Bachelor’s degree in social-service related field and/or five-eight years of experience supervising staff (paid or volunteer)
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- Experience in the fields of social service, juvenile law, education and volunteer program management preferred
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- Knowledge of the needs and strengths of community volunteers of all ages and backgrounds
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- Strong working knowledge of community resources in either/or Suffolk & Middlesex County
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- Experience working with communities of color
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- Must complete CASA Volunteer Advocate Training
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- Must pass a comprehensive background check
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- Comfortable with learning and utilizing new software programs
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- Strong written communication skills, including editing skills; candidates should be prepared to provide a writing sample upon request
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- Excellent oral communication skills, including the ability to calmly evaluate and make mindful, strategic decisions in emotionally charged situations and in the absence of complete clarity
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- Excellent management skills and comfort with conflict-resolution
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- Competence in Microsoft Word, Virtual platforms, Survey Monkey, and Outlook programs
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- Flexibility with hours, including some evenings and weekends, with an ability to independently manage one’s workload and schedule
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- Demonstrated respect of all people regardless of socioeconomic background, culture, religion, sexual orientation, disability or gender and experience working with culturally diverse populations
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- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise diplomacy and discretion in communication with others
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- Spanish Speaking Preferred
To Apply:
Boston CASA offers a flexible work environment, accessible office location in Downtown Boston, and excellent benefit package. Salary $50,000-$56,000 (DOE). Please send a cover letter and resume to hr@bostoncasa.org. This position will remain open until filled; complete submissions will be reviewed as they are received.
Position: Member, Board of Directors (Volunteer)
Boston CASA is currently amidst a five year growth plan, significantly increasing its budget annually in order to serve even more youth.To ensure that Boston CASA is well managed and securely positioned as it continues to grow, the Boston CASA Board of Directors is seeking board members who will actively contribute to Boston CASA’s mission by engaging their community connections and philanthropic networks.
We seek individuals who have experience in the following:
*fundraising/development
*accounting/finance
*marketing/communications/PR/social media
*nonprofit or for-profit board management
*social work/trauma informed care
*strategic planning
*legal/judiciary
We are looking for board members who will:
*make Boston CASA one of their top three giving priorities annually
*attend and support fundraisers and seek event sponsorship
*be informed and active participants by attending regularly scheduled quarterly Board meetings (in person) and more frequent committee meetings (hybrid)
*serve on at least one committee: Governance, Development or Finance.*promote Boston CASA within their communities and network enthusiastically.
While prior board experience is preferred it is not required. We appreciate your interest and look forward to hearing from you. Please contact Governance Committee Chair, Nancy Powers, at powers.nancy@comcast.netwith any cquestions or to request an application.