Digital Fundraising & Engagement Coordinator

826 Boston • Boston, MA

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

826 Boston seeks a dynamic, communicative, and flexible individual to serve as the Digital Fundraising & Engagement Coordinator. We are seeking a candidate to support the organization’s individual giving program by implementing digital fundraising campaigns, donor communications, and social media engagement. This role helps grow and retain 826 Boston’s base of supporters to power free youth writing programs for students in Boston.

Working closely with the Development and Communications team, the coordinator will have the unique opportunity to share the stories of 826 Boston students and the impact of 826 Boston’s programs in new and innovative ways. This new position is ideal for someone who is organized, collaborative, and excited about using digital tools to build meaningful relationships with supporters. The role reports to the Development and Events Manager.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in fundraising, nonprofit communications, marketing, or a related field (internships included)
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent written communication skills and confidence in being a final proofreader on external materials
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Familiarity with digital fundraising tools and email marketing platforms
• Familiarity with the primary social media platforms that 826 Boston uses, including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
• Enthusiastic belief in the mission of 826 Boston and a passion for writing

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with CRM databases is a plus, particularly with Salesforce

Responsibilities

• Track donor retention trends by running reports and maintaining a dashboard to support donor renewal campaigns and strategy
• Maintain 826 Boston's engagement strategy using best practices such as email welcome series and customized outreach plans to encourage a deeper affinity with 826 Boston
• Write and design digital assets for peer-to-peer fundraisers participating in 826 Boston’s Half Half Half Half Half Marathon
• Coordinate outreach and communications for the organization’s monthly giving program, focusing on retaining existing donors and increasing the overall monthly giving among 826 Boston’s donor base
• Coordinate Do It Yourself (DIY) fundraising initiatives and provide support to individuals or teams who raise funds on behalf of the organization
• Implement quarterly fundraising appeals, including helping to write and send the organization’s whimsical and creative annual appeal
• Manage campaign calendars and ensure timely delivery of digital fundraising communications
• Monitor campaign performance and deliver detailed reports that lead to improvements and innovations for future campaigns
• In collaboration with the Communications Director, support social media efforts that help tell the story of 826 Boston
• Coordinate social media content related to fundraising initiatives
• Conduct wealth screenings and prospect research to help identify potential major donor prospects
• Assist with donor segmentation to support targeted outreach

Benefits

• flexible work from home options
• generous paid time off (including 15 PTO days, 5 days of sick leave, 13 paid holidays, 6 summer Fridays off, and an organization-wide two-week winter break)
• health, dental, and vision insurance (826 Boston covers 80% of premiums)
• parental leave
• paid sabbatical

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees