Development & Public Relations Coordinator

McMillen Health•Fort Wayne, IN

7d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Development & Public Relations Coordinator will provide essential support to the Development and Marketing team, ensuring donor tracking efficiency and growth, news outlet relationship cultivation, press release creation and event success. This role involves organizing documents, conducting deliveries and pick-ups of event materials, assisting with donor thank you efforts, and coordinating news and public relations. This is a full time, in-person, 12-month hourly position and reports directly to the Director of Development and Marketing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or certification in development, fundraising, or public relations
Valid Driver’s License
Presentation skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Problem solver
Proven ability to meet deadlines
Knowledge of media conduct and donor relations
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Highly organized, with the ability to track and monitor multiple projects
Ability to organize, prioritize and manage workload, advising supervisor of significant issues
Ability to exercise judgment and discretion and maintain confidentiality
Ability to systematically research growth opportunities.
Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
Strong understanding of appropriate information-sharing boundaries in a workplace setting.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with Director of Development and Marketing to handle donor and foundation management software such as inputting data and organizing profiles
Keep up to date records of grant agreements and sister documents in the W drive
Coordinate planning and execution of special events annually with the Director of Development & Marketing and Marketing Specialist by identifying, assembling, and organizing event material as well as event communication
Prep donor, foundation, and sponsor thank you letters by addressing and mailing them with 100% accuracy for Director of Development and Marketing or Executive Director to sign
Assist with preparation and distribution of mailings
Assist with research on grant and foundation request due dates and report to Director of Development and Marketing
Create donor email drafts through Network for Good for Director of Marketing and Development Review
Assist with design and drafting of McMillen Health Annual Report
Coordinate with Director of Development and Marketing to plan annual fundraising campaigns and outreach for new potential donors
Collaborate with news outlets, external partners, and community organizations alongside Director of Development and Marketing
Draft press releases to send to news contacts and news updates for the McMillen Health Website
Research and keep records of up to date news contacts within Allen and surrounding counties
Perform general office duties, such as ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a clean and organized workspace
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Prioritize and complete multiple responsibilities simultaneously while managing time effectively
Other duties as assigned