Fundraising and Community Engagement Specialist

6 days ago

St Louis, Missouri, United States Breakthrough T1D Full time
About Breakthrough T1D

Breakthrough T1D is a leading global organization dedicated to improving lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life-changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent, and ultimately cure type 1 diabetes (T1D) and its complications.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Development Coordinator to play an integral role in the day-to-day support and execution of fundraising efforts for our Chapter. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting specific components of our core fundraising and community building activities, including gala, walk, ride, community engagement, advocacy, and third-party activities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support Fundraising Efforts
    • Coordinate fundraising and non-fundraising efforts directed by immediate supervisor, with strong collaboration amongst Chapter, Regional, and National staff and volunteer leadership.
    • Support the development and execution of plans for assigned projects and/or events. Participate in fundraising-related meetings as assigned. Develop and assist in delivering presentations as requested.
  • Community Engagement
    • Support community engagement with outreach specific to Spanish-speaking T1D community.
  • Chapter Communications
    • Lead chapter communications in coordination with chapter staff. Responsible for monthly communication calendar, chapter e-newsletter, chapter emails, social posts on multiple platforms, and all printed material. Strong writing and design skills required.
  • Administrative Support
    • Learn and effectively utilize key systems and tools, including Luminate Online, Greater Giving, Salesforce/CRM, Sales Force Marketing Cloud, and others as determined necessary.
    • Perform data entry into various project management platforms, as assigned, to ensure event information is current according to policies and standards.
    • Partner with Chapter staff to identify, solicit, recruit, and develop additional program and event volunteers, as assigned. Field chapter volunteer inquiries to pair them with volunteer opportunities that fit their strengths/interests.
  • Additional Responsibilities
    • Assume various responsibilities for other assigned activities in partnership with various Chapter Staff and under the direction of the Executive Director.
    • Maintain standards for all programs established by the National Program Teams to ensure that the fundraising and program priorities of Breakthrough T1D are always incorporated.
    • Comply with Breakthrough T1D's financial policies and procedures. Maintain accurate and complete financial records as required.
    • Plan and coordinate meetings, agendas, and activities as requested. Prepare PowerPoint presentations and meeting support materials as assigned.
    • Respond to and follow through with all inquiries, needs, complaints, and/or issues in a prompt and courteous manner.
    • Ensure the confidentiality and security of all proprietary information.
    • Maintain a basic understanding of Breakthrough T1D's mission and research therapeutics.
  • Qualifications
    • Bilingual Spanish
    • Minimum of 2 years of fundraising experience or relevant business/volunteer experience.
    • Strong verbal and written communication. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
    • Ability to interface with all levels of staff and volunteers.
    • Ability to create and manage processes that enhance efficiency of staff work while allowing for donor centricity.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint). Experience with databases. Familiarity with Salesforce, WordPress, Greater Giving, Convio/Luminate, and Canva preferred.
    • Proficiency across social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.).
    • Must be a self-starter, with the ability to collaborate as a team player.
    • Detail-oriented.
    • Ability to travel within the Chapter footprint. Occasional evening and weekend work as needed.
    • Effectively establishes priorities to work in a fast-paced environment.
    • Knowledge of administrative procedures, such as coordination of people and resources, planning, and resource allocation. Knowledge of clerical procedures and other office procedures and terminology.
    • College degree or equivalent experience.

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