Communications Specialist and Grants Manager

Cummings Foundation (Cummings Foundation)

Job Description

ABOUT YOU: 
A gifted communicator with a giving nature, you want to wield your considerable writing and editing skills for a higher purpose. You are a self-proclaimed grammar geek, possessing the versatility to compose clear correspondence, noteworthy newsletters, snappy social media posts, and press releases that catch an editor’s eye. You are drawn to meaningful endeavors and have worked or volunteered for charitable causes. With strong interpersonal skills, you are well equipped to interact with a variety of constituencies, from colleagues and nonprofit professionals to trustees and high-level volunteers. 
 
ABOUT US: 
The Cummings organization is made up of Cummings Properties, one of the most stable commercial real estate firms in the country, and Cummings Foundation, one of the largest private foundations in New England. We are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and a belief in teamwork. For more than 50 years, our firm has operated -- and flourished -- with a fast-paced, non-bureaucratic culture that emphasizes open communication, innovative thinking, and meticulous attention to detail.
 
ABOUT THE POSITION:
This colleague will be the lead staff member for communications related to Cummings Foundation’s grant programs and New Horizons senior living communities. S/he will also work alongside another grants manager to play a significant role in the selection process of, and subsequent relationship-building with, grantees of Cummings Foundation’s $25 Million Grant Program. As an employee of Cummings Properties, this colleague may play a role in some initiatives unrelated to philanthropy.
 
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Typical responsibilities could include, but are not limited to:
  • Reviewing volunteer reports while keeping an eye out for potential synergies, and then facilitating collaborations
  • Planning and executing committee meetings, grant program celebrations, and networking and learning events
  • Using, and training volunteers to use, Google Docs and Foundant, an online grants management system
  • Serving as a liaison to, and communicating extensively with, nonprofits and Foundation volunteers
  • Drafting or editing newsletters, media releases, and volunteer instructional guides
  • Managing social media accounts
 
THE PREFERRED CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Top-notch organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
  • Above average written and verbal communication skills and a high degree of professionalism
  • An enthusiasm to roll up their sleeves and tackle the day-to-day tasks necessary to produce excellent programs
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Residency in the greater Woburn area
  • At least five years of professional experience
  • The ability to work on site, M – F 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to quickly learn software programs
 
ABOUT THE BENEFITS: 
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:
  • Competitive salary and opportunities for bonuses
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • A retirement savings plan with Company match
  • Cummings Properties Employee Ownership Trust
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Unlimited career advancement and growth potential
 
APPLYING: 
Interested applicants are asked to send a tailored cover letter, resume, and salary expectations to: hiring@cummings.com. Resumes without a tailored cover letter will not be considered. Cummings Properties is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the interest of the safety and health of our employees and clients, we have a zero tolerance policy for prohibited drug use. Please visit www.Cummings.com and www.CummingsFoundation.org.