The Friendship Center Seeks Development & Communications Coordinator

Job Objective:
The Friendship Center’s Development Coordinator works collaboratively with the Director of Development to engage stakeholders to make a financial impact and increase our ability to foster hope and dignity in our community through access to food and other vital resources.

TO APPLY: 
Click this link: https://friendshipcenterchicago.org/job-opportunities/

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
In collaboration with the Director of Development, coordinate efforts for the following:

• Donor Solicitation
  • Identifying and cultivating new and existing fundraising opportunities including online campaigns, email solicitations, direct mail appeals, and other partnerships.
  • Researching foundations, corporations and other grant opportunities and organizing them so grant writers can effectively compose proposals and gather details.
  • Liaising with and supporting an Associate Board in the production of fundraising events.
  • Producing solicitation materials for donors and prospects.
• Donor Stewardship and Recognition
  • Maintaining scrubbed, standardized, and current constituent and gift records in our CRM.
  • Promptly engaging donors with thank you notes, calls, and newsletters as needed.
• Communications and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Creating and/or coordinating email campaigns, newsletters, and blog posts.
  • Producing engaging social media content and ensuring that relevant updates are shared via all organization social media pages.
  • Be present at TFC at least 25% of working hours to capture content and assist with other duties as needed.
  • Managing the organization's website content.
  • Attending community events as needed, acting as the face of TFC.
  • Attend all fundraising events and help capture content.

• Stay current on the needs and trends of populations served, and other resources in the area.
• Participate in professional development webinars, trainings, meetings, and conferences, as appropriate.
• Attend all necessary team meetings and trainings according to The Friendship Center policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or commensurate work experience
• One or more years of fundraising experience with demonstrated growth in responsibilities, including cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies and techniques.
• Demonstrated track record and passion for inspiring people to give.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
• Experience using CRM systems, social media, websites, and email tools
• Understanding of the issues of hunger relief, food rescue, and/or other social challenges.