Development and Communications Coordinator

$41,600 - $52,000/Yr

Bacon Street Youth And Family Services - Williamsburg, VA

Part-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Williamsburg, VA

Social Assistance

About the position

The Development and Communications Coordinator at Bacon Street Youth and Family Services is a part-time role focused on enhancing the organization's fundraising efforts and communication strategies. This position is essential for supporting the mission of the nonprofit by cultivating donor relationships and increasing community awareness through effective communication. The ideal candidate will be organized, creative, and experienced in nonprofit development and communications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing fundraising campaigns, events, and initiatives.
• Maintain and update the donor database, including donor information, gift tracking, and acknowledgments.
• Research and identify grant opportunities.
• Support donor stewardship activities, including creating thank-you letters, impact reports, and other donor communications.
• Track fundraising progress and prepare reports for the Director of Development and Communications and Board of Directors.
• Develop and implement an annual communications plan to raise awareness of Bacon Street's mission and programs.
• Create content for social media platforms, newsletters, press releases, and the organization's website.
• Manage the organization's social media accounts, including posting updates, engaging with followers, and tracking analytics.
• Design promotional materials such as flyers, brochures, and event invitations.
• Work with media outlets to secure coverage of programs, events, and initiatives.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure consistent messaging across all communications.
• Provide logistical support for events, including volunteer coordination and vendor management.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to development and communications as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, nonprofit management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in nonprofit development, communications, or a related role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft compelling messages.
• Proficiency in using donor management software (e.g., DonorPerfect, Little Green Light) and email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact).
• Experience managing social media accounts and creating digital content.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Google Drive and graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).

Benefits

• Flexible work environment with a mix of on-site and remote work.
• Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission in the community.