Development Coordinator

Development Coordinator

Job Overview

Rock House Kids is a Christian youth ministry that provides a safe haven for inner-city children grades 1-12. Rock House Kids is looking for an individual who fits with our core values, takes responsibility, is dependable, promotes teamwork, and is a Christ follower. We are hiring an experienced Development Coordinator to help us keep growing. If you are dedicated and ambitious, Rock House Kids is an excellent place to grow your career. Do not hesitate to apply.

Responsibilities for Development Coordinator

• Establish a realistic budget for events and account for anticipated fundraising outcomes
• Works with the marketing department to promote fundraising events using flyers, advertisements and digital marketing outreach
• Assume full responsibility for various fundraising efforts including obtaining items for sale in auctions and acquiring donations
• Assist in writing grant proposals and developing event opportunities
• Research and identify prospective new donors and proactively initiate sponsorship and funding
• Research, plan, and execute Endowment Funds and Planned Giving strategies
• Assist in helping management in the development of fundraising goals and work to achieve and surpass these goals
• Coordinate all aspects of fundraising events and activities planning to execution
• Work directly with the Executive Director and marketing team to manage project workflow and oversee day-to-day milestones for projects
• Foster positive relationships with current and potential business partners
• Work closely with the marketing department to establish plans for marketing events and programs
• Supervise Marketing Coordinator and Office Coordinator
• Ability to work well with a team to promote company initiatives
• Work closely with Executive Director

Qualifications for Development Coordinator

• 1-3 years experience working in fundraising or project organization
• Experience in MS Office and Google Applications
• Ability to prioritize and manage several milestones and projects efficiently
• Professional written and interpersonal skills are essential when communicating with customers and sponsors
• Experience planning large-scale events and fundraisers
• Ability to generate interest in the organization or program and reach out to appropriate business partners
• Experience working with a diverse team and promoting a positive brand image
• Must be able to be flexible and multi-task while having a good team player attitude in a fast-paced environment

Please send your resume to: dee@rockhousekids.org