Advancement Coordinator
Wesley Willows•Rockford, IL
•$52,000 - $58,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Advancement Coordinator will play a vital role in helping advance initiatives connected to whole-person wellness, resident engagement, memory wellness programming, campus transformation, and community impact. At Wesley Willows, philanthropy is more than fundraising. It is about creating meaningful opportunities that enhance the lives of older adults today and for generations to come.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age or older
- Associate’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Public Relations, or related field preferred
- Minimum of 2–3 years of administrative, fundraising, event planning, customer service, or nonprofit experience preferred
- Experience working with donor databases or CRM systems preferred
- Experience in senior living, healthcare, nonprofit, or hospitality environments is a plus
- Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test.
- Candidates must also complete a QuantiFERON Gold TB Blood Test as part of their pre-hire drug screen and physical.
- Verification of work authorization
Responsibilities
- Support fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship initiatives, and annual giving efforts
- Maintain donor records and communications, process gifts, and manage donor data in fundraising systems
- Coordinate fundraising events, donor receptions, community outreach activities, and resident engagement programs
- Manage event logistics, registrations, sponsorship tracking, vendor coordination, and event materials
- Build and strengthen relationships with residents, families, donors, volunteers, and community partners
- Assist with newsletters, email campaigns, social media content, and other advancement communications
- Provide administrative support through scheduling, reporting, meeting coordination, and department operations
Benefits
- Access earned wages before payday through ZayZoon, plus tools and resources to support your financial wellbeing.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Mail Order Pharmacy
- Telemedicine Services
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
