Full-Time Communications & Development Specialist in Modesto

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Pro Tip: Another common field that COMM majors go into after graduation is fundraising. Fundraising specialists and managers help nonprofits generate funds so they can finance their organizational mission. Here's an example of a local fundraising position for Sierra Vista Child & Family Services.

Company: Sierra Vista Child & Family Services

Job Description

The Communication & Development Specialist will be primarily responsible for the planning and coordinating of all fundraising events and special projects in addition to communication and cultivation of current and potential donors/sponsors for those events/projects. Also, assist with the marketing activities such as content development, social media, and other related projects.

Responsibilities

  • Provide support in Communications, and Development activities for the Agency.
  • Ability to manage complex donor database system.
  • Knowledge of varied fundraising strategies and programs in individual gift solicitations,corporate giving, direct mail, social media, and foundations.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and follow through.
  • Sound personal qualifications (i.e. maturity, stability, high moral standards and sound mental health).
  • Organize and manage special event/fundraising events for the agency.
  • Responsible for the administrative and coordination tasks that support agency Communications and Development efforts.
  • Manage and maintain accurate records for donor database
  • Work with the Communications& Development Director to coordinate cultivation of existing donors through targeted community outreach, communications and event strategies.
  • Work with Communications& Development Director to identify and coordinate cultivation of new door prospects from viable sources.
  • Coordinate planning and implementation of agency projects and events.
  • Coordinate direct mail and direct ask solicitations.
  • Follow timelines. Based on assignments.
  • Responsible for correspondence related to events.
  • Ensure all supplies and materials are ready for events.
  • Help procure sponsors and donations for events.
  • Assist in the Development of the Communications Plans for new and expanding Sierra Vista Programs.
  • Assist with advertising, Communications, press releases and public relations related to special events.
  • Assist in writing and publication of all agency PR materials.
  • Maintain and inventory all property belonging to Communications/Development Department(i.e., photos, recognition items, boards, easels etc.)
  • Organize and maintain all event records, plans, and materials.
  • Public Relations and public speaking engagements as assigned
  • Everyone who works in the organization has responsibilities for preventing and controlling infection.
  • Perform other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.
  • Report any suspected child abuse immediately to direct supervisor or if not available, utilize the chain of command.
  • Report any suspected dependent adult/elder abuse immediately to direct supervisor or if not available, utilize the chain of command.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
  • One to Three years of successful experience in the areas of events, fundraising, donor database management, and/or Communications.
  • Possess professional presence, training, and presentation commensurate with duties and responsibilities of the position.
  • Ability to work effectively with the Communications& Development Director, Chief Executive Officer, donors and community individuals.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel;knowledge of PowerPoint, knowledge of fundraising databases.
  • Must have excellent writing ability, be able to function independently, possess strong interpersonal skills, high attention to detail,strong organizational skills, be flexible, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with personnel, the public and volunteers.
  • Must possess a valid California driver’s license with less than 2 minor moving violations

To apply (or for more information): 


*Attribution: All information and wording comes from the organization's job website on Indeed.com.

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