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Development & Communications Coordinator:
Posted by: EarthCorps: Seattle, WA
Seattle, WA, US
ABOUT EARTHCORPS

Seattle-based EarthCorps trains emerging environmental leaders from across the United States and around the world and engages more than 14,000 volunteers each year to restore natural areas around the Puget Sound region. Since 1993, EarthCorps has trained almost 1,000 young adults from more than 80 countries through our flagship conservation corps. As part of EarthCorps? intensive hands-on curriculum, participants learn restoration techniques, try out project design and management, develop leadership and team-building skills, and manage thousands volunteers through community-based environmental restoration initiatives. Each year EarthCorps graduates 50 young people capable of leading their communities in environmental service.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Development & Communications Coordinator is a full-time, non-exempt position that reports to the Development Director. This position is responsible for a variety of activities including gift entry and acknowledgements, report production, and coordination of special events, mailings, and communications. EarthCorps recently moved to a Salesforce database and this position would be expected to help update and standardize donor, volunteer, and other stakeholder data. The program?s growth will provide natural opportunities to learn and grow and the position will require the ability to remain flexible and adaptable in regard to work assignments. The Development & Communications Coordinator will work closely with the Development Director and Director of Strategic Initiatives and other staff to carry out these responsibilities.

Gift Processing & Database Management ? 15%

• Enter gift, pledge, and donor information into Salesforce database. Maintain donor electronic and paper files.
  

• Prepare gift acknowledgement / tax receipt letters, to conform to state, federal, and organization policies.
  

• Generate donor reports, pledge reminders, and queries using Salesforce database.
  
• Track communications and campaigns in Salesforce database.
  

• Assist with Salesforce database clean up and updates.
  

Annual Fund ? 15%

• Coordinate all aspects of appeals, workplace giving, matching gifts, eScrips, and other special campaigns. Implement strategies to attract new donors and retain and upgrade current donors.
  
• Coordinate electronic and print appeals. Prepare mailing lists and mail package contents; manage mailing process and / or coordinate with external printer and mail house, as necessary.
  
• Prepare donor communications, requests for information, proposal documents, and other correspondence to support the work of the development and communications programs.
  
• Manage donor giving web page.
  

Communications ? 30%

• Update organization website content.
  
• Publish and distribute electronic annual report and newsletters (Impact, Volunteer and Friends of Hylebos).
  
• Update social media (FaceBook, Twitter, and other emerging outlets) on a timely basis.
  
• Represent EarthCorps at tabling events, as necessary.
  

Events ? 30%

• Coordinate fundraising events (currently three per year), including coordination of invitations and rsvp process; coordination with venue, caterer, and other vendors; preparation of printed materials; coordination of volunteers; A/V needs; sponsorship benefit fulfillment; and coordination of other event logistics.
  
• In conjunction with the development, communications, and volunteer teams, coordinate signature volunteer events (MLK Day, Earth Month, Summer of Service, and Climate Action Month). Coordinate event logistics, publicity, print materials, and fulfillment of sponsorship benefits.
  

Administrative ? 10%

• Answer the general telephone line and direct callers to appropriate staff.
  
• Process mail and mail/email distribution.
  
• Manage inventory of stationery, business cards, and collateral for fundraising, marketing and programs, updating as necessary.
  
• Coordinate photo documentation, manage digital files, and maintain consistent protocols for storage and usage.
  
• Provide technical support and training to staff, as needed.
  
• Perform other work as requested.
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor?s degree and/or experience in a related field.
  
• Ability to efficiently organize, prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work independently.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; detail-oriented.
  
• Ability to master Salesforce database, including data entry, queries, and reports.
  
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, html, and databases. Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and Salesforce a plus.
  
• Demonstration of strong, positive working relationships within a team environment.
  
• Ability to build rapport and interact diplomatically with external stakeholders.
  
• Demonstrated ability to maintain self-motivation and persist in the face of obstacles.
  
• Demonstrated ability to complete simultaneous complex projects in a timely manner.
  
• Ability to remain flexible and adaptable as work duties change.
  
• Ability to travel regionally including car and ferry trips.
  
• Valid driver?s license and acceptable driving record.
  
• Ability to work a variable work schedule that may include night and weekend hours.
  
• Strong interest in community service, environment and youth development.
  
• Positive attitude and sense of humor.

Send cover letter, resume and at least two references to: jobs@earthcorps.org. Include ?Development & Communications Coordinator? in the subject line. Preference will be given to applications received by Jun. 8, 2012.

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