Employment at Futures

Director of Communications

Philadelphia Futures is seeking a Director of Communications. The Director of Communications will be responsible for a wide-range of communications and public relations activities including management of all aspects of the organization's (i) media outreach; (ii) social media; (iii) website content and administration and (iv) external communications including newsletters and brochures. Other responsibilities will include managing the publication of Philadelphia Futures' highly acclaimed resource for high school students, Step Up to College and coordinating special projects and external relationships.

The successful candidate will have a strong track record of positioning an organization to achieve tangible results in a competitive communications environment and substantial experience in communications and professional writing as well as facility in social networking, e-communications and website management. Public relations experience is a plus. The Director of Communications will report directly to the Executive Director.

Please send your cover letter, resume and salary requirements to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  and note "Director of Communications" in the subject line.

Assistant Director of Development

Philadelphia Futures is seeking an Assistant Director of Development to work closely with the Director of Grants and Stewardship. The Development Coordinator will continuously identify and secure new sources of support, and sustain the support of existing donors. This position offers an extraordinary opportunity to be a part of an organization that is expanding services, with a particular focus on ensuring the college graduation of urban youth. 

Areas of Responsibility

1. Assist Director with the following responsibilities and deliverables:

a. Annual solicitations

b. Track and acknowledge gifts in a timely manner.

c. Preparation of periodic reports of funding activities

2. Write grant proposals and request letters, and prepare supporting documentation; research and identify new government, corporate, and foundation prospects.

3. Prepare reports for grantors and other purposes as required.

4. Support all aspects of fundraising, donor cultivation, and special events.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of two years experience in fundraising and development, preferably in a nonprofit youth-serving setting, and exceptionally strong written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and experience in donor database management are required. Work with underrepresented college students and knowledge of higher education retention issues are a plus. The ability to work effectively in a collaborative, quick-paced environment also is required.

This is a full-time position that may require some evening and weekend hours. Please send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and indicate "Assistant Director of Development" in the subject line.

Sponsor-A-Scholar (SAS) Coordinator

The SAS Coordinator assists in the implementation of a comprehensive college preparation program for promising high school students attending Philadelphia's neighborhood high schools with a goal of supporting college readiness and success.

Responsibilities include:

Promoting academic progress among students; fostering positive communication and relationships among students, volunteer mentors, parents and schools; providing year-round college guidance and awareness activities; and visiting high schools on a regular basis.

Education, college guidance, or social work background helpful; bilingual skills (English/Spanish) desired. Master's degree preferred.

This is a full-time position that reports to the Director of Pre-College Programs.

Please send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and indicate "SAS Coordinator" in the subject line.