Development Associate - Glendale, United States - Counseling4Kids

Counseling4Kids

Verified Company

Glendale, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Development Associate works under the Development Director's supervision and is responsible for supporting C4K's growth and engagement strategies in the South Bay.

This versatile position involves assisting with fundraising initiatives, distributing, and updating content across digital media channels, planning, and executing events, and maintaining relationships with volunteers.

The Development Associate plays a critical role in expanding C4K's audience and strengthening community relationships through the agency's service areas (2 & 8).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Job Duties:

Uphold the mission and core values of Counseling4Kids.
Update and maintain the grant, outreach, and social media calendars.
Maintain accurate records within donor and volunteer databases, SharePoint sites, workflows, and project management systems.
Maintain and organize outreach and marketing supplies.
Attend internal and external meetings documenting highlights, deliverables, agreements, opportunities, and next steps.
Manage and execute direct mail campaigns.
Ability to create digital assets within brand style/tone guidelines and incorporate feedback into revised work.
Source stock images or other photography as needed.
Upload and monitor content across social media platforms.
Participate in all Fundraising Events and Campaigns including event planning, coordination of logistics, communications, setup of events through tear down
Assists with event sponsorship requests to businesses, corporations, vendors and communitybased organizations
Conduct research related to current projects and upcoming events.
Collaborate with the team to highlight recent programs, partnerships, and events.
Interact with various external contacts and volunteers on behalf of the Development Department.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Note:

In the event that the Agency requests the regular usage of bilingual skills, the passing score of 70% on a proficiency test is required to receive a monthly bilingual stipend; per the Agency's Bilingual Stipend Policy.

Competencies

Aptness to work well under pressure and tactfully with various personalities.
Flexibility and openness to diverse experiences and perspectives.
Highly meticulous attention to detail and timemanagement skills.
A proactive and resourceful approach to problemsolving, handling multiple concurrent tasks, and a fastpaced, dynamic environment.
Provides a positive customeroriented attitude and professionalism.
Ability to assume responsibility and function effectively in a team environment or independently.
Willingness to work some evenings, weekend days to complete special projects and participate in fundraising events

Supervisor Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

Superior communication both verbally and written and able to listen and write clearly and analytically
Exceptional interpersonal skills, able to relate oneonone and in groups with confidence, empathy and poise
Superb Time Management and Organizational Skills, with an ability to prioritize, work well under pressure, and meet deadlines
At least 2 years of experience managing Department and/or Administrative Level schedules
High level of comfort with the internet and technology, especially social media
Must have working experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, InDesign.
Experience in taking and editing photos and videos with iPhone/iPad.
Punctual and proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Event planning and hospitality
Experience in branding, typography, and multimedia projects is highly valued.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of an A.A./A.S. degree in Communication, Marketing or related to Social Services industry.
2 years of experience working/volunteering for a nonprofit organization.
Must be able to communicate clearly; both verbally and in writing.
Comfort with technology and adaptability to new digital tools and platforms that enhance communication and development efforts.

EEO Statement:

Counseling4Kids provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, Counseling4Kids complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and trai