Development and Marketing Coordinator

People protecting the lands, waters and wildlife of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, now and for future generations.

The Development & Marketing Coordinator performs some or all of the following duties:

Plan fund development activities

• Collaborate with the Board of Directors and Management Team to create a fund development plan which increases revenues to support the strategic direction of the organization
• Implement the fund development plans in accordance with ethical fundraising principles
• Monitor and evaluate all fundraising activities to ensure that the fundraising goals are being achieved
• Monitor trends in the community, region and nationally and adapt fundraising strategies as necessary Organize fund development activities
• Develop and manage timelines for various fundraising activities to ensure strategic plans and critical fund raising processes are carried out in a timely manner
• Develop policies and procedures for the development department
• Oversee the planning and execution of special fundraising events as specified in the fund development plan to generate funds for the organization
• Identify and develop corporate, community, individual and in kind prospects for the organization's fundraising priorities
• Oversee the administration of a donor mailing list and database which respects the privacy and confidentiality of donor information

Staff fund development activities

• In consultation with the Director of Operations & Development, recruit, interview, and select well-qualified fund development staff
• Engage volunteers for special fund development projects using established volunteer management practices
• Coordinate with program staff on prospecting, cultivating and stewarding donors. Work with program staff to develop fundraising and outreach goals Manage fund development budget
• Develop and gain approval for an annual income and expenditure budget for the fund development program
• Prepare regular reports on progress, budgets, receipts and expenditure related to fundraising and the management of the fund development activities
• Monitor expenses and analyze budget reports on fund development and recommend changes as necessary

Promote the organization

• Foster an understanding of philanthropy within the organization
• Develop a comprehensive marketing plan to promote the organization to its donors and maximize public awareness of the fundraising activities of the organization through online marketing, website, and online advocacy
• Coordinate the design, printing and distribution of marketing materials
• Build relationships with community stakeholders to advance the mission and fundraising goals of the organization

Education

• Minimum: Undergraduate Degree
• Certificate in Fundraising Management is an asset
• Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation is an asset

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Knowledge of fundraising management
• Knowledge of federal and state legislation affecting charities
• Knowledge of special events planning and management
• Knowledge of the management of volunteer resources

Proficiency in the use of computers

• Fund raising software
• Microsoft Office
• Adobe Suite
• Databases
• Spreadsheets
• E-mail
• Internet

Personal characteristics

The Development & Marketing Coordinator should demonstrate competence in some or all of the following:

• Creativity/Innovation: Develop new and unique ways to improve the finances of the organization and to create new opportunities
• Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices and ensure own behavior and the behavior of others are consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization.
• Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.