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Our Story
Since 1986, HELP USA has been a national leader in addressing homelessness and housing insecurity through housing, supportive services, and innovative community-based solutions. HELP USA serves individuals, families, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, young adults, and others facing significant barriers to stability. HELP USA operates more than 70 programs and residences, providing a comprehensive continuum of services that includes homelessness prevention, emergency and supportive housing, affordable housing development, workforce development, health and wellness programs, youth services, and other critical supports.
Recognized for service excellence and innovation, HELP USA works in partnership with government agencies, philanthropic organizations, corporate partners, and community stakeholders. By addressing both immediate needs and the root causes of housing instability, HELP USA transforms lives while strengthening communities. As homelessness, affordable housing shortages, and economic insecurity continue to impact communities across the nation, HELP USA remains steadfast in its mission to ensure that everyone has a place to call home.
Our Work
HELP USA’s programs and services are centered on:
Homelessness Prevention: Assisting individuals and families at risk of losing their housing through stabilization and relocation support.
Transitional Shelter: Provides safe shelter and services for people experiencing homelessness with the goal of getting back into safe, stable, permanent housing as quickly as possible.
Permanent Supportive Housing and non-residential programs:* Combines long-term housing with services that promote personal growth, education, life skills, and self-sufficiency.
Through its affiliate HELPDevCo, HELP USA also addresses the need to increase the supply of affordable housing through permanent housing development and property management operations.
The Opportunity
Position: Chief Development and Communications Officer
Location: New York City, NY
Reporting Relationship: President and Chief Executive Officer
Purpose of the Position
Reporting to the President and Chief Executive Officer and serving as a member of the executive leadership team, the Chief Development and Communications Officer (CDCO) will lead HELP USA’s comprehensive fundraising, communications, marketing, and external engagement efforts. The CDCO will partner closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leadership team to strengthen philanthropic support, elevate the organization’s public profile, and advance HELP USA’s mission of ending homelessness and housing insecurity.
The CDCO will develop and execute an integrated strategy that aligns fundraising, communications, brand management, public affairs, stakeholder engagement, and thought leadership. The successful candidate will build strong relationships with donors, foundations, corporate partners, policymakers, community leaders, and other stakeholders while serving as a leading external ambassador for the organization.
This is a unique opportunity for a strategic and entrepreneurial executive to build upon HELP USA’s strong reputation and drive its next phase of growth. The CDCO will focus on expanding and diversifying revenue, strengthening donor and stakeholder engagement, amplifying the organization’s impact story, and positioning HELP USA as a leading voice in housing, homelessness prevention, and supportive services. Success in the role will be measured by increased philanthropic investment, greater organizational visibility, stronger community partnerships, and greater impact on individuals and families in need.
Key Responsibilities
Organizational Strategy and Executive Leadership
Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive leadership team on fundraising, communications, advocacy, and external engagement.
Develop and implement a multi-year development and communications strategy aligned with organizational priorities and growth objectives.
Represent HELP USA with donors, board members, public officials, corporate leaders, media, and community partners.
Advance organizational visibility, reputation, and long-term sustainability.
Philanthropy, Partnerships, and Resource Development
Lead all aspects of private fundraising, including major gifts, foundations, corporate partnerships, events, planned giving, and campaigns.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors and strategic funding partners.
Partner with the CEO and Board to secure transformational philanthropic investments.
Establish fundraising metrics, forecasting tools, and systems that support sustained revenue growth and donor engagement.
* Monitor fundraising performance, evaluate return on investment, and identify opportunities to strengthen donor acquisition, retention, and engagement.
Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs
Oversee integrated communications, marketing, media relations, digital engagement, executive communications, and brand strategy.
Ensure compelling and consistent storytelling that highlights HELP USA’s impact and expertise.
Strengthen organizational visibility through strategic communications and thought leadership initiatives.
Measure and evaluate communications effectiveness through engagement, media coverage, and fundraising outcomes.
Board Engagement and External Relations
Support Board engagement and philanthropic development efforts; and equip Board and executive leaders with relationship-management tools, talking points, and donor strategies.
Support relationships with policymakers, funders, coalition partners, and community stakeholders.
* Advance advocacy efforts and elevate HELP USA’s voice on housing stability, homelessness prevention, and community development in partnership with the CEO and other senior leaders.
Events, Campaigns and Community Engagement
Provide strategic oversight of fundraising, cultivation, and public-awareness events.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing development and communications team.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Oversee budgets, technology platforms, operational systems, and infrastructure that support scalable growth and mission impact.
The Candidate
The successful Chief Development and Communications Officer will be an accomplished executive with a proven ability to lead integrated fundraising, communications, marketing, and external affairs functions within complex, mission-driven organizations. Serving as a key member of the executive leadership team, the CDCO will partner closely with the President and CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leaders to advance HELP USA’s mission, strengthen philanthropic support, enhance organizational visibility, and align revenue generation, and stakeholder engagement around a shared strategic vision. The ideal candidate will combine the mindset of an enterprise leader with the relationship-building skills of a sophisticated fundraiser and the communications expertise necessary to elevate HELP USA’s influence and impact.
The successful candidate will be a strategic and collaborative leader who excels at translating complex social challenges into compelling narratives, partnerships, and investment opportunities. They will bring experience cultivating major donors, foundations, corporations, and community partners, while also advising leadership on public positioning, managing high-performing teams, and representing the organization across philanthropic, governmental, civic, and media communities. Most importantly, they will possess a deep commitment to HELP USA’s mission and a belief in the transformative power of housing, supportive services, and community-based solutions to create lasting change.
Experience and Professional Qualifications
Candidates should bring many of the following experiences, competencies, and leadership characteristics:
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in development, advancement, communications, external affairs, public affairs, marketing, or related functions within a nonprofit, housing, healthcare, higher education, public-sector, or similarly complex mission-driven organization.
Demonstrated success leading comprehensive fundraising programs, including major gifts, individual giving, foundation relations, corporate partnerships, sponsorships, campaigns, planned giving, and special events, with a track record of securing significant philanthropic investments.
Proven ability to serve as a strategic advisor to CEOs, executive leadership teams, and boards on fundraising, communications, brand management, stakeholder engagement, and organizational growth.
Experience developing integrated fundraising and communications strategies that strengthen revenue generation, enhance organizational visibility, and advance mission impact.
Significant expertise in communications and external affairs, including media relations, executive communications, marketing, digital engagement, and thought leadership initiatives.
Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage donors, foundations, corporations, government leaders, community partners, and other key constituencies.
Success leading and developing high-performing teams, managing budgets and performance metrics, and building a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Exceptional communication and executive presence, with the ability to represent an organization effectively across philanthropic, corporate, civic, governmental, and media environments.
* Experience within large, matrixed organizations and familiarity with the New York philanthropic and nonprofit landscape are highly desirable.
Key Relationships
The Chief Development and Communications Officer will serve as a member of HELP USA’s executive leadership team, partnering closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Administrative Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Human Resources Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Program Development Officer, General Counsel, and Chief of Staff to advance the organization’s strategic priorities and mission. In this role, the CDCO will collaborate across the executive team to align fundraising, communications, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement efforts while contributing to organizational growth, visibility, and long-term sustainability.
The CDCO will lead and develop a team of four full-time staff and additional consultants and professionals. This individual will work closely with the Board of Directors, particularly the Board’s Fundraising Committee, to strengthen philanthropic support, expand community engagement, and advance HELP USA’s impact. Through these partnerships, the CDCO will help build the relationships, resources, and public support necessary to further the organization’s mission of addressing homelessness and housing insecurity.
Education
A bachelor’s degree is preferred, with an advanced degree in nonprofit management, business administration, communications, marketing, public policy, social work, or a related field considered advantageous. However, HELP USA recognizes that exceptional leadership experience can be gained through a variety of professional pathways and will consider candidates with a combination of relevant education, executive leadership experience, and demonstrated success in fundraising, communications, external affairs, or organizational leadership. Professional certifications such as Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and other relevant continuing education credentials are welcomed but not required.
Compensation
HELP USA offers a base compensation of approximately $225,000 - $250,000.
Korn Ferry shall provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified candidates, and will refer candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis. Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in connection with the recruitment process for this position.
The Organization
Our Story
Since 1986, HELP USA has been a national leader in addressing homelessness and housing insecurity through housing, supportive services, and innovative community-based solutions. HELP USA serves individuals, families, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, young adults, and others facing significant barriers to stability. HELP USA operates more than 70 programs and residences, providing a comprehensive continuum of services that includes homelessness prevention, emergency and supportive housing, affordable housing development, workforce development, health and wellness programs, youth services, and other critical supports.
Recognized for service excellence and innovation, HELP USA works in partnership with government agencies, philanthropic organizations, corporate partners, and community stakeholders. By addressing both immediate needs and the root causes of housing instability, HELP USA transforms lives while strengthening communities. As homelessness, affordable housing shortages, and economic insecurity continue to impact communities across the nation, HELP USA remains steadfast in its mission to ensure that everyone has a place to call home.
Our Work
HELP USA’s programs and services are centered on:
Homelessness Prevention: Assisting individuals and families at risk of losing their housing through stabilization and relocation support.
Transitional Shelter: Provides safe shelter and services for people experiencing homelessness with the goal of getting back into safe, stable, permanent housing as quickly as possible.
Permanent Supportive Housing and non-residential programs:* Combines long-term housing with services that promote personal growth, education, life skills, and self-sufficiency.
Through its affiliate HELPDevCo, HELP USA also addresses the need to increase the supply of affordable housing through permanent housing development and property management operations.
The Opportunity
Position: Chief Development and Communications Officer
Location: New York City, NY
Reporting Relationship: President and Chief Executive Officer
Purpose of the Position
Reporting to the President and Chief Executive Officer and serving as a member of the executive leadership team, the Chief Development and Communications Officer (CDCO) will lead HELP USA’s comprehensive fundraising, communications, marketing, and external engagement efforts. The CDCO will partner closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leadership team to strengthen philanthropic support, elevate the organization’s public profile, and advance HELP USA’s mission of ending homelessness and housing insecurity.
The CDCO will develop and execute an integrated strategy that aligns fundraising, communications, brand management, public affairs, stakeholder engagement, and thought leadership. The successful candidate will build strong relationships with donors, foundations, corporate partners, policymakers, community leaders, and other stakeholders while serving as a leading external ambassador for the organization.
This is a unique opportunity for a strategic and entrepreneurial executive to build upon HELP USA’s strong reputation and drive its next phase of growth. The CDCO will focus on expanding and diversifying revenue, strengthening donor and stakeholder engagement, amplifying the organization’s impact story, and positioning HELP USA as a leading voice in housing, homelessness prevention, and supportive services. Success in the role will be measured by increased philanthropic investment, greater organizational visibility, stronger community partnerships, and greater impact on individuals and families in need.
Key Responsibilities
Organizational Strategy and Executive Leadership
Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive leadership team on fundraising, communications, advocacy, and external engagement.
Develop and implement a multi-year development and communications strategy aligned with organizational priorities and growth objectives.
Represent HELP USA with donors, board members, public officials, corporate leaders, media, and community partners.
Advance organizational visibility, reputation, and long-term sustainability.
Philanthropy, Partnerships, and Resource Development
Lead all aspects of private fundraising, including major gifts, foundations, corporate partnerships, events, planned giving, and campaigns.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors and strategic funding partners.
Partner with the CEO and Board to secure transformational philanthropic investments.
Establish fundraising metrics, forecasting tools, and systems that support sustained revenue growth and donor engagement.
* Monitor fundraising performance, evaluate return on investment, and identify opportunities to strengthen donor acquisition, retention, and engagement.
Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs
Oversee integrated communications, marketing, media relations, digital engagement, executive communications, and brand strategy.
Ensure compelling and consistent storytelling that highlights HELP USA’s impact and expertise.
Strengthen organizational visibility through strategic communications and thought leadership initiatives.
Measure and evaluate communications effectiveness through engagement, media coverage, and fundraising outcomes.
Board Engagement and External Relations
Support Board engagement and philanthropic development efforts; and equip Board and executive leaders with relationship-management tools, talking points, and donor strategies.
Support relationships with policymakers, funders, coalition partners, and community stakeholders.
* Advance advocacy efforts and elevate HELP USA’s voice on housing stability, homelessness prevention, and community development in partnership with the CEO and other senior leaders.
Events, Campaigns and Community Engagement
Provide strategic oversight of fundraising, cultivation, and public-awareness events.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing development and communications team.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Oversee budgets, technology platforms, operational systems, and infrastructure that support scalable growth and mission impact.
The Candidate
The successful Chief Development and Communications Officer will be an accomplished executive with a proven ability to lead integrated fundraising, communications, marketing, and external affairs functions within complex, mission-driven organizations. Serving as a key member of the executive leadership team, the CDCO will partner closely with the President and CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leaders to advance HELP USA’s mission, strengthen philanthropic support, enhance organizational visibility, and align revenue generation, and stakeholder engagement around a shared strategic vision. The ideal candidate will combine the mindset of an enterprise leader with the relationship-building skills of a sophisticated fundraiser and the communications expertise necessary to elevate HELP USA’s influence and impact.
The successful candidate will be a strategic and collaborative leader who excels at translating complex social challenges into compelling narratives, partnerships, and investment opportunities. They will bring experience cultivating major donors, foundations, corporations, and community partners, while also advising leadership on public positioning, managing high-performing teams, and representing the organization across philanthropic, governmental, civic, and media communities. Most importantly, they will possess a deep commitment to HELP USA’s mission and a belief in the transformative power of housing, supportive services, and community-based solutions to create lasting change.
Experience and Professional Qualifications
Candidates should bring many of the following experiences, competencies, and leadership characteristics:
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in development, advancement, communications, external affairs, public affairs, marketing, or related functions within a nonprofit, housing, healthcare, higher education, public-sector, or similarly complex mission-driven organization.
Demonstrated success leading comprehensive fundraising programs, including major gifts, individual giving, foundation relations, corporate partnerships, sponsorships, campaigns, planned giving, and special events, with a track record of securing significant philanthropic investments.
Proven ability to serve as a strategic advisor to CEOs, executive leadership teams, and boards on fundraising, communications, brand management, stakeholder engagement, and organizational growth.
Experience developing integrated fundraising and communications strategies that strengthen revenue generation, enhance organizational visibility, and advance mission impact.
Significant expertise in communications and external affairs, including media relations, executive communications, marketing, digital engagement, and thought leadership initiatives.
Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage donors, foundations, corporations, government leaders, community partners, and other key constituencies.
Success leading and developing high-performing teams, managing budgets and performance metrics, and building a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Exceptional communication and executive presence, with the ability to represent an organization effectively across philanthropic, corporate, civic, governmental, and media environments.
* Experience within large, matrixed organizations and familiarity with the New York philanthropic and nonprofit landscape are highly desirable.
Key Relationships
The Chief Development and Communications Officer will serve as a member of HELP USA’s executive leadership team, partnering closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Administrative Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Human Resources Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Program Development Officer, General Counsel, and Chief of Staff to advance the organization’s strategic priorities and mission. In this role, the CDCO will collaborate across the executive team to align fundraising, communications, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement efforts while contributing to organizational growth, visibility, and long-term sustainability.
The CDCO will lead and develop a team of four full-time staff and additional consultants and professionals. This individual will work closely with the Board of Directors, particularly the Board’s Fundraising Committee, to strengthen philanthropic support, expand community engagement, and advance HELP USA’s impact. Through these partnerships, the CDCO will help build the relationships, resources, and public support necessary to further the organization’s mission of addressing homelessness and housing insecurity.
Education
A bachelor’s degree is preferred, with an advanced degree in nonprofit management, business administration, communications, marketing, public policy, social work, or a related field considered advantageous. However, HELP USA recognizes that exceptional leadership experience can be gained through a variety of professional pathways and will consider candidates with a combination of relevant education, executive leadership experience, and demonstrated success in fundraising, communications, external affairs, or organizational leadership. Professional certifications such as Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and other relevant continuing education credentials are welcomed but not required.
Compensation
HELP USA offers a base compensation of approximately $225,000 - $250,000.
Korn Ferry shall provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified candidates, and will refer candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis. Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in connection with the recruitment process for this position.
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Which companies sponsor visas for communications professionals in New York?
Large media conglomerates, global public relations agencies, and financial institutions with significant New York headquarters are among the most active sponsors. Organizations like NBCUniversal, Edelman, Interpublic Group, and major banks with corporate communications departments have established sponsorship track records. Multinational companies with New York offices tend to have dedicated HR and immigration infrastructure, making them more likely to file petitions for communications roles than smaller agencies.
Which visa types are most common for communications roles in New York?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for communications roles in New York, provided the position qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. Roles in corporate communications, public relations strategy, and digital content management typically meet that standard. Australians may be eligible for the E-3 visa, which has no annual lottery and is frequently used in New York's media and PR sectors. O-1 visas occasionally apply to journalists or communications professionals with demonstrated extraordinary achievement.
Which cities in New York have the most communications sponsorship jobs?
Manhattan accounts for the overwhelming majority of sponsored communications roles in New York, driven by the concentration of media companies, global PR firms, advertising agencies, and corporate headquarters in Midtown and Lower Manhattan. Brooklyn has a growing base of tech-sector communications and content roles. Albany occasionally lists government-adjacent communications positions, and Buffalo and Rochester have smaller regional markets tied to healthcare and higher education institutions.
How to find communications visa sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it easier to identify New York communications roles where employers are actively open to sponsoring international candidates. Rather than sorting through general job listings manually, you can search by role type and state to surface relevant positions in media, public relations, corporate communications, and content strategy across New York employers. Creating a profile on Migrate Mate lets you track new sponsored communications postings as they appear.
Are there state-specific considerations for communications sponsorship jobs in New York?
New York's prevailing wage requirements under Department of Labor guidelines apply to H-1B petitions, and communications roles in the New York City metro area typically fall into higher wage tiers given the local cost of labor. Several major universities, including NYU and Columbia, produce strong pipelines of international graduates in communications and media who then seek OPT and H-1B sponsorship. The density of large employers in New York City generally works in candidates' favor, as established companies are more familiar with the sponsorship process than smaller markets.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored communications jobs in New York?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.