Colorado Nonprofit Association
Development Communications Coordinator
POSITION SUMMARY
The Development Communications Coordinator role offers a unique opportunity to support both internal and external fundraising and communications strategies. By effectively telling Judi’s House and JAG Institute (JH/JAG) story, this individual contributes significantly to the mission and vision of JH/JAG. As a Development team member, they collaborate with the Director of Philanthropy and the Communications team to develop targeted communications and generate creative and persuasive content for multiple communication channels and audiences. This work not only maximizes the organization’s current impact but also provides a platform for personal and professional growth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The Development and Communications Coordinator performs a wide range of duties:
Content Creation and Strategy
- Develop and execute annual development communications plan aligning with JH/JAG’s mission, vision, and values.
- Highlight JH/JAG’s work through compelling storytelling, showcasing the work the organization does and its outcomes.
- Lead the development of standardized philanthropic communications, including case for support.
- Use Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva to edit and update online and print publications’ graphics, images, and layouts.
- Advance organization’s Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion efforts through external communications and committee participation.
- Ensure that all materials reflect the nonprofit’s branding and visual identity guidelines.
Fundraising Support
- Create and update marketing collateral & communications content to support frontline fundraisers.
- Assist with the promotion of fundraising events and initiatives campaigns, social media, and collateral development.
Social Media and Digital Communications
- Compose and post digital content on the organization’s website, social media accounts and email marketing.
- Write and publish monthly newsletters using Raisers’ Edge NXT or other available communications systems.
- Monitor and manage the organization’s reputation by responding to social media inquiries and forwarding to other staff as needed.
Reporting and Research
- Monitor, track, and analyze appropriate web, social and advertising metrics to evaluate impact, performance, and effectiveness of external communications.
- Gather data and feedback from various programs to conceive and create JH/JAG’s impact via the annual digital Purpose Report.
- Understand JH/JAG’s key audiences (donors, volunteers, the community, etc.) and tailor communication strategies to meet their needs.
Collaboration and Coordination
- Work with other departments, such as operations and program teams, to ensure all communications align with organizational goals.
- Manage print and marketing vendors.
- Represent organization at events and outreach opportunities as requested.
- Along with other coordinators, support with covering front desk for receptionist breaks and absences
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
- Promote the values of JH/JAG throughout the organization and external relationships.
- Attend team and organizational meetings, activities, and events as required.
- Collaborate with JH/JAG staff and perform job duties to advance the organization’s mission and vision.
- Demonstrate ability to work independently and within a team, seeking guidance as appropriate.
- Comply with all organizational policies and procedures.
- Commitment to JH/JAG mission.
- Provide reception coverage
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisor Duties
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, Marketing, or related field.
- At least 2 years prior marketing, communications, or nonprofit experience.
Knowledge and Skills
- Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills; able to tell a story with passion and make complex ideas and topics understandable.
- Superb writing and editing skills with a high level of attention to detail.
- Successful planning and project management skills including collaborating with staff, vendors, and diverse stakeholders to establish and carry out work plans, deadlines, budgets, and reporting.
- Proficient with social media and how it can be leveraged for multiple audiences including donors, clients, trainees, and consumers.
- Familiarity with technology platforms required for the functions of the position, including website, email marketing, social media, graphic design.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Raiser’s Edge a plus.
- Respectful and thoughtful about bereavement support and the impact of this process on the families Judi’s House serves.
- Ability to prioritize tasks within multiple projects across departments.
- Ability to contribute to a collaborative work environment.
- Ability to work independently and seek guidance as appropriate.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time.
Other Requirements
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and at least state required minimum of automobile insurance, clear DMV driving record and ability to provide own transportation.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Normal office conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
This position is eligible to work remotely up to two days per week at the manager’s discretion.