Development & Public Relations Coordinator

Job Summary

The Development & Public Relations Coordinator will provide essential support to the Development and Marketing team, ensuring donor tracking efficiency and growth, news outlet relationship cultivation, press release creation and event success.

Responsibilities

• Cook with Director of Development and Marketing to handle donor and foundation management software such as inputting data and organizing profiles
• Keep up to date records of grant agreements and sister documents in the W drive
• Cook planning and execution of special events annually with the Director of Development & Marketing and Marketing Specialist by identifying, assembling, and organizing event material as well as event communication
• Prep donor, foundation, and sponsor thank you letters by addressing and mailing them with 100% accuracy for Director of Development and Marketing or Executive Director to sign
• Aid with preparation and distribution of mailings
• Aid with research on grant and foundation request due dates and report to Director of Development and Marketing
• Create donor email drafts through Network for Good for Director of Marketing and Development Review
• Aid with design and drafting of McMillen Health Annual Report
• Cook with Director of Development and Marketing to plan annual fundraising campaigns and outreach for new potential donors
• Cook with Director of Development and Marketing to collaborate with news outlets, external partners, and community organizations alongside Director of Development and Marketing
• Draft press releases to send to news contacts and news updates for the McMillen Health Website
• Research and keep records of up to date news contacts within Allen and surrounding counties
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Prioritize and complete multiple responsibilities simultaneously while managing time effectively

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or certification in development, fundraising, or public relations
• Valid Driver’s License
• Presentation skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solver
• Proven ability to meet deadlines
• Knowledge of media conduct and donor relations
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Highly organized, with the ability to track and monitor multiple projects
• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage workload, advising supervisor of significant issues
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to systematically research growth opportunities
• Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• Strong understanding of appropriate information-sharing boundaries in a workplace setting

Benefits

• 403(b)
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development