Job Opportunities
Development Coordinator
Along with the Executive Director, the Development Coordinator is responsible for many aspects of the organization’s revenue generation, including grant writing, donor relations and fundraising. This role also serves as the liaison to the Board Finance Committee, and assists with administrative duties.
Duties and responsibilities of the Development Coordinator include *Research available funding opportunities *Maintain development calendar with LOI, grant submission and final reporting deadlines *Maintain revenue sources / annual budget spreadsheet *Writes grants/final reports and ensure submission and accuracy of all required backup documentation *Files grants and appropriate backup for each submission *Works with program staff to determine potential new and/or current projects that need funding sources *Assists program staff with grant budgets *Assists in annual fundraising events – including galas or luncheons. *Composition and/or proofing of sponsor letters, written program materials, thank you letters *Manages volunteers and shift schedule(s) *Serves as Project Manager in partnership with gala chairpersons *Composition of thank you letters for all donations throughout the year *Maintains tracking of annual in-kind donations, volunteer hours and total valuation *Coordination of MECA’s United Way Employee Campaign *Attends United Way sessions related to program quality improvement *Attends workshops/trainings related to enhancement of grant research, proposal writing and fund development.
Additional Administrative Duties may include *Recording of minutes for admin meetings *Preparation of packets for monthly board meetings *Prepares content and/or proofs weekly newsletters as well as MECA printed collateral and social media content *Preparation of residency support and immigration (P-3) renewal letters.
The ideal candidate will have Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of experience in a similar role (within a mid-sized non-profit setting). Must have a proven track record in managing relationships with corporations, foundations and governments. Must be skilled in creating powerful, compelling written and oral communications for fundraising. Other skills required include: proficiency in Microsoft word and excel, ability to adapt to new donor software, ability to multitask and work with team members or independently with minimal supervision, ability to set and adapt to changing priorities to achieve reporting deadlines, and ability to work with diverse groups and backgrounds, interfacing with all levels of the organization. Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred but not required.
Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and references addressed to Alice Valdez at alicevaldez4@gmail.com. Writing samples are required upon scheduling an interview.
Along with the Executive Director, the Development Coordinator is responsible for many aspects of the organization’s revenue generation, including grant writing, donor relations and fundraising. This role also serves as the liaison to the Board Finance Committee, and assists with administrative duties.
Duties and responsibilities of the Development Coordinator include *Research available funding opportunities *Maintain development calendar with LOI, grant submission and final reporting deadlines *Maintain revenue sources / annual budget spreadsheet *Writes grants/final reports and ensure submission and accuracy of all required backup documentation *Files grants and appropriate backup for each submission *Works with program staff to determine potential new and/or current projects that need funding sources *Assists program staff with grant budgets *Assists in annual fundraising events – including galas or luncheons. *Composition and/or proofing of sponsor letters, written program materials, thank you letters *Manages volunteers and shift schedule(s) *Serves as Project Manager in partnership with gala chairpersons *Composition of thank you letters for all donations throughout the year *Maintains tracking of annual in-kind donations, volunteer hours and total valuation *Coordination of MECA’s United Way Employee Campaign *Attends United Way sessions related to program quality improvement *Attends workshops/trainings related to enhancement of grant research, proposal writing and fund development.
Additional Administrative Duties may include *Recording of minutes for admin meetings *Preparation of packets for monthly board meetings *Prepares content and/or proofs weekly newsletters as well as MECA printed collateral and social media content *Preparation of residency support and immigration (P-3) renewal letters.
The ideal candidate will have Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of experience in a similar role (within a mid-sized non-profit setting). Must have a proven track record in managing relationships with corporations, foundations and governments. Must be skilled in creating powerful, compelling written and oral communications for fundraising. Other skills required include: proficiency in Microsoft word and excel, ability to adapt to new donor software, ability to multitask and work with team members or independently with minimal supervision, ability to set and adapt to changing priorities to achieve reporting deadlines, and ability to work with diverse groups and backgrounds, interfacing with all levels of the organization. Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred but not required.
Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and references addressed to Alice Valdez at alicevaldez4@gmail.com. Writing samples are required upon scheduling an interview.
