Development & Community Engagement Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY

The Development and Community Engagement Coordinator is pivotal in fostering Benilde Hall's growth, sustainability, and community involvement. This multifaceted position blends fundraising, relationship-building, and community outreach to advance our mission and expand Benilde Hall’s impact.

Achieve Results

1. Strong interpersonal service skills with the ability to work with diverse people
2. Effective organizational and time management skills
3. Verbal and written communication skills
4. Understanding of and utilization of appropriate funding sources
5. Ability to use donor management and other appropriate databases
6. Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
7. Problem-solving skills
8. Fluency in other languages is beneficial.

Operational Excellence  

1. Ensure all records and related documentation are timely and accurate and uphold professional standards.            
2. Support the development of the organization’s ongoing Quality Assurance initiatives. Provide information, resources, or expertise as requested, and ensure all services provided are compliant and consistent with such QA endeavors.  

Leadership and Workplace Culture

1. Uphold and ensure all activities and conduct comply with internal policies and relevant laws and regulations. Model the organization's values and mission at all times and act with good stewardship of the organization’s resources. 

• Development Strategy: In partnership with the Executive Director, develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies aligned with organizational goals. This involves identifying funding opportunities, writing grant proposals, cultivating donor relationships, and managing fundraising campaigns.
• Donor Cultivation and Stewardship: Cultivate new and existing relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and philanthropic partners. This includes acknowledging donations, regularly updating organizational activities, and organizing donor appreciation events.
• Community Engagement: Design and execute initiatives within a budget to engage and mobilize the community around our mission. This may involve organizing community events, workshops, and outreach programs to raise awareness and foster collaboration.
• Marketing and Communication: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional materials, social media campaigns, and press releases to communicate our mission, programs, and impact to the community and stakeholders.
• Volunteer Management: Recruit, train, and manage volunteers to support various organizational activities, events, and campaigns. Ensure volunteers are effectively utilized and feel valued for their contributions.
• Data Management and Analysis: Using CRM software, such as Bloomerang, maintain accurate records of donors, grants, and fundraising activities. Analyze fundraising data to track progress, identify trends, and inform strategic decision-making.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work closely with the executive team, board of directors, staff members, and external partners to coordinate efforts, leverage resources, and achieve organizational objectives.
• Regular travel throughout the region to develop a referral network and community partners.

Experience

• Proven experience in nonprofit fundraising and donor relations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and donor-related software.
• Proficiency in social media utilization: Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram with proven ability to manage and grow social media organically.
• Passion for our mission and commitment to making a positive difference in the community.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, business administration, related field or equivalent experience.

Physical Requirements

• Normal overtime/ extended work hours

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license

Full-Time Employee Benefits

• Eligibility for health insurance paid at 80% for employees.  Vision and dental coverage are available
• Eligibility for a Simple IRA savings plan matched at 3%
• Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance, subject to applicable waiting periods.
• Paid time off (PTO) earned on an accrual basis, starting at 120 hours/year.  
• 11 Company-paid holidays
• Mental Health- health reimbursement arrangement
• Flexible work schedule

Salary Range

• $50,000-$60,000 annually

Workplace Culture

• Energetic atmosphere charged with passion and purpose
• A positive culture built on respect, empathy, and collaboration
• A work environment committed to inclusivity, diversity, transparency, and innovation.
• A culture of support and appreciation where every employee's contribution is valued and recognized.

Please email resumes and questions to efraser@mail.benildehall.org