Communications & Development Specialist

Description Eastern Area Agency on Aging is seeking an organized, collaborative, and detail-oriented Communications & Development Specialist to join our Communications & Development team. Working closely with the Communications & Development Director, you'll play a key role in coordinating fundraising initiatives, researching and writing grant proposals, creating marketing and communication materials, managing social media, and keeping projects moving from idea to completion. Your work will help secure critical funding, strengthen community partnerships, and support EAAA's mission across eastern Maine. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys writing, project coordination, marketing, and fundraising while making a meaningful impact for older adults, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities. What You'll Do As the Communications & Development Specialist, you will: Create engaging content for social media, newsletters, press releases, and other agency communications Design and maintain marketing materials, brochures, flyers, and website content Research, write, and coordinate grant proposals and funding applications Support fundraising campaigns, donor communications, and special events Manage donor records, acknowledgments, and grant reporting Coordinate multiple projects and communication deadlines across the department Build relationships with community partners, media contacts, and funders Collaborate with staff to promote EAAA programs, services, and community impact Requirements Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, English, Business, Social Services, or a related field Two to three years of experience in communications, marketing, fundraising, public relations, or nonprofit development Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Experience with social media platforms, marketing software, and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines Graphic design or publication layout experience is a plus A creative, collaborative, and self-motivated approach to work What We Offer Eastern Area Agency on Aging offers a supportive, mission-driven workplace and a competitive benefits package, including: Generous paid time off starting at 4 weeks per year, 13 paid holidays and paid inclement weather days Health insurance with up to 95% employer contribution Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Retirement plan with up to a 4% match Starting salary of $19.50-20.50 per hour depending on experience. Position Details Full-time, 30 hours per week Based out of EAAA's Brewer office Flexible hybrid work environment that balances remote work opportunities with operational needs Some travel throughout EAAA's service area for meetings, events, and community outreach If you're passionate about storytelling, community engagement, and using your communication skills to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you! Eastern Area Agency on Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer.