Development and Communications Manager

Company: David Lynch Foundation
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The Opportunity The David Lynch Foundation (DLF) is seeking a Development and Communications Manager to join our midtown New York City office. The Development and Communications Manager plays a key role in advancing DLF’s mission by supporting strategic development and communications initiatives, leading donor engagement efforts, and overseeing essential development and communications operations functions. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented professional who excels at building relationships, managing projects and systems, and translating strategy into effective action in a small dynamically paced office. About the David Lynch Foundation The David Lynch Foundation (DLF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2005 that addresses the epidemic of trauma and toxic stress among at-risk populations and under resourced through the implementation of the scientifically research and evidence-based Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique. DLF has earned broad public interest and support for its work and continues to focus on fundraising and advocating for program delivery and best-in-class research towards a long-term goal of achieving scalability and sustainability for TM programs. Position Overview The Development and Communications Manager is responsible for enhancing and optimizing the DLF’s fundraising efforts through strong donor engagement, efficient development operations, accurate data management, and integrated communications. This role ensures that fundraising systems, technology, and messaging work together to support revenue growth and donor stewardship across the organization. The Development and Communications Manager reports to the Vice President, Development and works closely with colleagues on a small development team as well as with finance and program staff. Key Responsibilities Development Operations Gift Processing, Reporting & Finance Coordination Fundraising Technology & Platform Management Donor Engagement Communications & Marketing Qualifications At least five (5) years of experience in nonprofit development operations required, with donor relations and/or communications experience helpful. A mission-driven mindset, professionalism, and genuine enthusiasm for relationship-building, combined with a familiarity with DLF’s mission and/or the field of mental health and wellness. Demonstrated skill and experience with gift processing, data entry, and reporting. Advanced proficiency and skill with Salesforce (or a comparable CRM) in a non-profit environment required, preferably at an administrator level with the experience generating reports and managing workflows. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grant reporting and storytelling Exceptional organizational and project management skills with strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and accuracy. Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Experience with social media management, digital marketing, or content development a plus. Strong proficiency with Google Workspace (including Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Word, PowerPoint), as well as the ability to learn new programs and skills as needed. Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Research shows that women and people from traditionally excluded groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this job posting describes you, then please apply for this role. DLF provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, marital status or domestic partner status, genetic information, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity, HIV status, military status and any other category protected by law in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Powered by JazzHR XtUSllCuot

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