Marketing & Development Associate

Location: On-Site at The Willows – Laguna Hills, CA

Organization: The Willows – A Christian Science 55 Active Independent Living Community

About The Willows

The Willows is a warm, vibrant, and active independent living community for Christian Scientists aged 55 and better. Located in the heart of Orange County, California, we are committed to supporting our residents’ spiritual, social, and cultural enrichment while providing a welcoming environment rooted in Christian Science. Our vision is to be a thriving community where spiritual growth and unconditional love are shared goals for generations to come.

Position Overview

The Marketing & Development Support Team Member will provide essential on-site support to both the Marketing & Communications Director and the Development Director. This is a hands-on, mission-driven role ideal for a detail-oriented and creative individual who is passionate about supporting the growth of The Willows through excellent marketing, donor stewardship, and administrative support.

This individual should be a student of Christian Science and a member of The Mother Church, bringing a spirit of love, professionalism, and excellence to all aspects of the work.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing Support

•        Assist with the design, layout, and production of marketing collateral (brochures, flyers, newsletters, event programs, social media graphics).

•        Maintain and update The Willows’ website and social media channels, ensuring consistent messaging and branding.

•        Support the planning, promotion, and execution of marketing campaigns and resident/community events.

•        Coordinate with vendors for printing, photography, and other marketing services.

•        Help track marketing metrics and compile reports on campaign performance.

Development & Donor Stewardship

•        Co-manage the donor database with the Development Director, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.

•        Input gifts and pledges promptly and accurately; generate donor acknowledgments and thank-you letters.

•        Support fulfillment of donor stewardship activities, including mailings, reports, and personalized donor touches.

•        Assist with prospect research and donor pipeline tracking.

•        Prepare donor lists, pledge summaries, and reports for leadership and board meetings.

•        Coordinate logistics for donor events, receptions, and campaign-related gatherings.

•        Assist in the planning and execution of donor engagement events, meetings, and stewardship activities.

•         Assist in planning and executing fundraising campaigns, including online and offline strategies.

Administrative & Team Support

•        Maintain organized electronic and physical files related to marketing and development efforts.

•        Track project deadlines, help manage calendars, and schedule meetings for the Marketing & Communications Director and Development Director.

•        Provide general administrative support, including proofreading, data entry, and creating presentations.

•        Serve as an on-site point of contact for vendors, residents, and visitors when marketing/development staff are off-site.

•        Support cross-departmental communication to ensure alignment between marketing, development, and operations.

Qualifications

•         Devoted to the study and application of Christian Science; lives according to The Willows Community Standards

•         Member of The Mother Church and/or active Christian Science branch church member

•        2–4 years of experience in marketing, communications, development, or nonprofit administration (preferred).

•        Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail.

•        Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Gmail); experience with donor databases (Bloomerang, & Qgiv preferred, or willingness to learn).

•        Basic graphic design skills and familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools.

•        Excellent organizational and project management skills, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

•        Warm, professional, and collaborative communication style.

•        Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and the mission of The Willows.

Schedule & Compensation

•        Full-time, on-site position (Monday–Friday).

•        Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits.

•        Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Phil Barquer at phil@hralternatives.com