Outreach and Development Cordinator

Job Title: Outreach and Development Coordinator

Department: Development

Job Type: Hourly, non-exempt

Reports to: Executive Director

SUMMARY

The Outreach and Development Coordinator is responsible for increasing community engagement, strengthening donor and volunteer relationships, and expanding public awareness of the animal shelter's mission. This position helps with fundraising initiatives, manages communications, coordinates events, and builds partnerships with businesses, community stakeholders, and community members. Working closely with shelter leadership, the Outreach and Development Coordinator helps generate the financial and community support needed to advance lifesaving programs and improve outcomes for animals in need.

ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE

The Stray Hearts Animal Shelter is grounded in a culture of compassionate care, clinical excellence, and community service. Our team works collaboratively in a high-volume, mission-driven environment where every role is vital to the well-being of animals and the trust of the community we serve.

We prioritize respect, teamwork, and adaptability. Each team member is expected to approach their work with empathy, professionalism, and a shared commitment to reducing barriers to care. In our organization, culture means supporting one another through challenges, celebrating lifesaving wins, and continuously striving to improve how we serve both pets and people.

We welcome team members who lead with humility, teach with intention, and practice with heart.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Help to develop and implement fundraising strategies to increase individual, corporate, and foundation giving.
• Aid in researching, writing, and managing grant proposals, reports, and supporting documentation to secure foundation funding.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, foundations, and community partners through regular communication and stewardship.
• Coordinate donor acknowledgment processes, including thank-you letters, tax receipts, and donor recognition.
• Maintain and update the shelter's website to ensure accurate, timely, and engaging information about programs, services, events, and organizational news.
• Create written communications including newsletters, email campaigns, press releases, annual reports, and other outreach materials.
• Develop marketing and educational materials that promote the shelter's mission, programs, and impact.
• Lead the planning and coordinating of fundraising events, community outreach activities, and donor appreciation initiatives.
• Identify and pursue new funding opportunities, sponsorships, and community partnerships that align with the shelter's strategic goals.
• Collaborate with shelter leadership to develop annual fundraising goals, communication strategies, and organizational messaging.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree preferred but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Event planning and execution experience
• Grant writing experience preferred or willingness to learn
• Operate with a growth mindset and a solution focused approach
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a busy and stressful environment
• Experience creating written communications such as newsletters, annual reports, fundraising appeals, website content, and email campaigns.

COMPENSATION

This is an hourly, non-exempt position, hours range between 25-40 hours per week dependent on event schedule. $25/hr with PTO and sick time.

TO APPLY

Please submit a short cover letter, resume and writing sample to Kristen at . Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and open until the position is filled.

Stray Hearts Animal Shelter is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against candidates or employees based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, military status, veteran status, genetic history or any other protected status. Stray Hearts encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Taos, NM 87571

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