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.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Achieve Results

• Strong interpersonal service skills with the ability to work with diverse people
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of and utilization of appropriate funding sources
• Ability to use donor management and other appropriate databases
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Problem-solving skills  

Leadership and Workplace Culture

• 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. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/KEY COMPETENCIES

• 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.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

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, TikTok, 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 
• 12 Company-paid holidays
• Mental Health- health reimbursement arrangement
• Flexible work schedule

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.

At Benilde Hall, you won’t just have a job, you’ll have purpose. As our Development & Community Engagement Coordinator, you will help build relationships, grow community support, and advance life-changing work that helps Veterans and men experiencing hosing instability achieve recovery, permanent housing, and stability.

We are a mission-driven team that values initiative, collaboration, and people who want to make a real difference. Here, your ideas matter, your work is visible, and your impact is real.

If you want to be part of something meaningful while being a part of an organization that is growing its impact in the community, we would love to learn more about you. 

To Apply: Interested applicants can apply for this position by emailing resume to: efraser@mail.benildehall.org