PREA Foundation

Director of Development and Communications

About the Organization

Real estate shapes the world around us. The commercial real estate industry contributes over

$2.3 trillion annually to the U.S. economy and supports more than 15 million jobs. “This is an

industry where your work can truly matter—creating real, lasting impact in local communities

and at a global scale.”

Since our founding in 2017, the PREA Foundation has been building pathways into commercial

real estate for the next generation of talent. Led by a 24-member board of global industry

executives and a network of more than 230 donors, we provide life-changing opportunities for

individuals to access and excel in this industry.

What began with one program serving 70 interns in 2018 has grown into a nationwide platform

reaching over 7,000 individuals each year. Together with our partners, we’ve helped generate

more than $70 million in economic opportunity through internships and job wages—and we’re

just getting started.

Joining the PREA Foundation means being part of a mission-driven team that is opening doors,

building careers, and redefining who has access to opportunity in one of the world’s most

influential industries. If you’re motivated by impact, energized by collaboration, and ready to

shape the future of talent development, join us.

To learn more about the PREA Foundation Inc., please visit https://www.prea.org/foundation/.

About the Position

What You’ll Do

The PREA Foundation seeks a detail-oriented, execution-focused Development and Communications

Director to serve as the operational and communications engine of its fundraising function. Working

closely with the Executive Director and the Managing Director of Development and Partnerships, this

role owns the systems and workflows that keep development running — gift processing and invoicing,

CRM and database management, donor reporting, and pipeline tracking — while also executing the

donor communications and digital content that keep the Foundation’s work visible and its donors

engaged.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of systems and storytelling. The right

candidate brings rigor and attention to detail to database management and gift processing, and that

same clarity and care to donor communications: acknowledgements, reports, newsletters, one-pagers.

Above all, this role requires someone who can manage competing priorities with precision and followthrough, who takes ownership of their work, and who finds meaning in the behind-the-scenes work that makes the Foundation’s mission possible.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising Operations

• Execute donor gift processing, invoicing, acknowledgements, and documentation for corporate,

foundation, and individual donors

• Support the Executive Director and Managing Director of Development and Partnerships with

pipeline tracking, forecasting, and progress reporting toward annual fundraising goals

• Collaborate with finance and operations partners to reconcile gifts, pledges, invoices, and

payments

• Conduct prospect research and analyze funding sources and philanthropic trends to help

position the Foundation ahead of shifts in funding priorities

• Support the implementation of a comprehensive plan to identify new potential funders and

secure commitments in support of the Foundation’s $8M+ annual revenue target

• Prepare briefing materials, proposals, presentations, and customized communications

• Track and monitor donor benefits to ensure the Foundation delivers meaningful, high-quality

partnership experiences

Donor Communications and Content Management

• Lead the planning, development, and execution of donor-facing and external communications

that advance the Foundation’s brand, visibility, and fundraising goals

• Manage and regularly update the PREA Foundation website, ensuring content is accurate,

engaging, current, and aligned with organizational priorities

• Develop, schedule, and oversee content for social media platforms, using storytelling, data, and

program highlights to engage donors, partners, and the broader industry audience

• Draft, edit, and coordinate a wide range of communications materials, including donor

newsletters, email campaigns, annual reports, case statements, proposals, one-pagers,

presentations, and talking points

• Translate program outcomes, grantmaking results, and impact data into compelling narratives

tailored to different audiences, including donors, board members, partners, and the public

• Ensure consistency of voice, messaging, and visual identity across all communications and

collateral

• Coordinate with external consultants, designers, writers, and marketing vendors as needed to

support communications and brand initiatives

• Track and analyze engagement metrics (e.g., email, website, social media performance) to

inform communications strategies and continuous improvement

Donor Stewardship and Engagement

• Manage donor stewardship activities to ensure a consistent, positive, and high-touch donor

experience

• Coordinate and execute donor benefits, recognition, and annual touchpoints in a timely and

professional manner

• Prepare and distribute donor updates, grant reports, and impact summaries in collaboration

with program and leadership teams

• Serve as a primary point of contact for existing donor inquiries, responding with professionalism,

discretion, and responsiveness

• Coordinate donor engagement opportunities such as site visits, event invitations, and volunteer

experiences that connect donors with the Foundation’s programs, grantees, and mission

• Support donor meetings, events, and convenings, including preparation of briefing materials,

presentations, follow-up communications, and relationship tracking

Database Management, Reporting, and Systems

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records within the Foundation’s CRM and fundraising

databases

• Ensure data integrity, reporting accuracy, and effective use of donor data to support

stewardship, communications, and fundraising strategy

• Generate regular reports on fundraising activity, donor engagement, and portfolio health for

leadership and board reporting

• Build and maintain dashboards, tracking systems, and workflows that improve visibility into the

development pipeline

• Train and support team members on CRM best practices and data entry standards

Who You’ll Work With

You will report to the Managing Director of Development and Partnerships and collaborate with a

growing team of 3 employees. You will also frequently collaborate with the 20+ PREA Foundation Board

of Directors and the Chair of its fundraising committee.

Required Skills and Experience

• A strong commitment to the PREA Foundation’s mission

• 8-10+ years of experience in donor relations, communications, development, account

management, or a related nonprofit or foundation role

• Demonstrated experience producing high-quality communications, marketing materials, and

digital content

• Demonstrated ability to produce clear, accurate, and professional donor correspondence,

acknowledgements, reports, and proposals

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for

varied audiences

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities

• High level of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment

• Comfort engaging senior executives, corporate partners, and high-net-worth individuals

• Hands-on experience with CRM systems and demonstrated proficiency managing donor

databases, gift processing workflows, and reporting

• Bachelor’s degree required

Working Style and Values

• Relationship-oriented, collaborative, and service-minded

• Creative, detail-oriented, and highly organized

• Proactive and accountable, with a strong sense of ownership

• Comfortable balancing communications strategy, donor engagement, and operational execution

• Adaptable and energized by working in an entrepreneurial environment

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $110,000 - $150,000, with up to a 10% annual performance bonus.

Location

This job is remote with one or two trips per quarter to conferences and events.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PREA Foundation is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. PREA

Foundation takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer regardless of age, ethnicity, gender,

gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin,

physical or mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation or veteran status.

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