Development Coordinator

Cedars of Marin provides day programs and residential opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities, offering outstanding services that support creative, productive, joyous, and healthy lives. Today Cedars supports nearly 200 adults across Marin County who are working artists, weavers, jewelry-makers, gardeners, animal caretakers, chefs, neighbors, community volunteers, and much more!

Cedars is looking to hire a superstar Development Coordinator in our Development Department. In this role you will report to the Director of Development and join a dynamic team in sharing Cedars mission with the greater community and providing financial security for the organization.

As the Development Coordinator, your responsibilities will include:

• Assist the Development Director in creating and implementing the Development plan, which includes annual fundraising campaigns, major donors, legacy giving, grants, business sponsorships, social media and special events.
• Manage Cedars donor database, including recording donations and donor information. Design and run reports and analyze results.
• Perform administrative duties as needed including creating donor acknowledgement letters, filing, copying, sorting, mailing, etc.
• Work with committees and Director of Development in planning events. Help with event preparation, attend events to assist with set up, implementation, and clean up.
• Assist in Grant research and tracking.
• Work with Marketing Manager to develop and execute marketing campaigns, digital marketing strategy, printed collateral, and updating and posting content to Cedars website and social media.
• Attend networking events with the Director of Development to expand Cedars community outreach.
• Help to coordinate with community organizations and local schools to facilitate community partnership projects. 

In this role you'll have the chance to learn what it takes to have a successful career in non-profit fundraising, marketing, and relationship management! The schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. The rate of pay is $27-$30 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree preferred.
• An understanding of and belief in the mission of Cedars of Marin.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and knowledge of communication principles and practices.
• Experience working in database systems and donor management software, including data entry, reporting, and analysis. 
• Knowledge of social media and website management.
• A desire to learn how to become an impactful development professional.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office programs including Word, Excel and Outlook, and various databases. Experience with Neon CRM, Mail Chimp, Wix, and Microsoft Teams a plus.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and follow through with minimal direction.
• Attention to detail, project management and strong organizational skills is a must.
• Ability to work with compassion, patience and understanding in an environment shared with adults with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to pass an employment physical including a TB test, and to meet the physical requirements of the job.
• A valid DMV driver's license and a willingness to drive a passenger van.
• CPR and First Aid certifications or the willingness to acquire both.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check with the FBI and DOJ.
• An upbeat, positive attitude and good sense of humor a plus!

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• (403B) with matching of $.50 on the $1.00 on a tenure scale
• Paid Vacation, Sick, 3 Personal Days and 10 paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer paid Life/ADD insurance policy
• Employer paid Long Term Disability Insurance