Development and Fundraising Coordinator

Position Summary:
The Development and Fundraising Coordinator plays a key role in advancing the mission and growth of the organization by supporting business development initiatives and fostering community and partner relationships. This position is responsible for marketing and communications, client engagement, partnership development, grant writing, fundraising efforts, and managing client-focused resources. The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities while representing the organization professionally to internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Marketing & Communications
Develop and implement outreach strategies to increase brand awareness.
Create content for newsletters, press releases, promotional materials, and social media platforms.
Maintain and update the organization’s website and marketing materials.
Collaborate with internal teams to align messaging and branding.
2. Client Engagement & Partnerships
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
Support the development and execution of partnership strategies.
Assist in organizing community events, informational sessions, and engagement activities.
Serve as a liaison between the organization and potential partners or clients.
3. Grant Writing & Fundraising
Research funding opportunities from government, private, and philanthropic sources.
Draft compelling grant proposals, letters of intent, and funding requests.
Track submission deadlines and reporting requirements.
Coordinate and execute fundraising campaigns, donor appreciation initiatives, and special events.
Develop relationships with corporate sponsors, faith-based organizations, and philanthropic networks to expand funding sources.
Monitor fundraising progress and report outcomes to leadership.
4. Client Resource Development & Management
Maintain a database of community resources and referral partners.
Create and distribute client resource guides and tools.
Collect and analyze data to improve client services and partnerships.
Assist with onboarding and training partners or clients on available resources.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Public Administration, or related field preferred.
2+ years of experience in business development, communications, nonprofit, or client-facing roles.
Demonstrated experience with grant writing and/or partnership development is a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and networking abilities.
Highly organized with attention to detail and follow-through.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Canva).
Passion for community engagement, mental health, and social impact work.
Behavioral Health experience preferred
Core Competencies:
Strategic Thinking
Communication & Presentation
Relationship Building
Project Management
Adaptability
Initiative & Problem Solving

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No