Development Coordinator

DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

ABOUT CONVALESCENT AID SOCIETY

Convalescent Aid Society (CAS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents of the San Gabriel and San Fernando valleys facing mobility challenges. By offering free loaned medical equipment and assistive mobility devices such as hospital beds, walkers, and wheelchairs, CAS promotes independence and safety among its clients.  Supported solely by tax-deductible monetary donations from clients, community members, and area foundations, CAS operates independently of government funding, ensuring flexibility in its operations while effectively serving the community's needs.

CAS's impact extends beyond individual assistance, encompassing environmental sustainability through its recycling and refurbishing program for donated medical equipment. By repairing and sanitizing gently used items, CAS not only reduces waste but also ensures that essential resources are accessible to those who may not afford them otherwise. Through its commitment to providing free access to medical equipment and promoting environmental stewardship, CAS embodies a holistic approach to addressing healthcare needs in both the San Gabriel and San Fernando valleys, fostering inclusivity and improving the quality of life for all residents. 

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to and in partnership with CAS’ Chief Executive Officer (CEO) the Development Coordinator will implement a comprehensive, effective annual development plan to meet or exceed CAS' annual financial and strategic goals. The Development Coordinator will manage donor relationships, implement fundraising campaigns, and oversee donor stewardship programs. The role involves planning and executing special fundraising events, including managing logistics, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring successful outcomes. The ideal candidate will have experience working with donor management databases, strong project management skills, and excellent written and verbal communication abilities. This position requires a strategic thinker who can balance multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and delivering high-quality donor experiences.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Fundraising

• Identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards relationships, and identifies new opportunities for partnerships and sponsorships.
• Manages engagement of regular face-to-face visits, letters, and other forms of communication with current donors, lapsed, and prospective donors.
• Ensures that all major donors, regardless of revenue channel, have a high-quality, personalized experience, including phone calls and thank you acknowledgments.
• Manages fundraising direct mail campaigns, including direct mail vendors.
• Identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards relationships, and identifies new opportunities for partnerships and sponsorships.
• Manages external communications on social media highlighting program impact.
• Partners with the CEO to create an annual fundraising budget.
• Provides reports that deepen analysis of past and current giving and inform future fundraising strategies.
• Oversees the donor acknowledgment program, with an eye toward improving the process.
• Partners with the Programming team to ensure that programs are conveyed in a fresh and centered way within individual donor stewardship strategies.
• Manages and improves donor data and reporting using the CAS custom CRM. 

Events Management

• Develop appropriate event programming, content, plans, and timelines for all pre-event planning sessions with the event committee.
• Coordinate the creation, production, and distribution of all event marketing collateral and digital fundraising in collaboration with marketing vendors.
• Control and administer special events operational budget and ensure it is prudently managed.
• Provide and prepare reporting on statistical analysis of events.
• Manages special fundraising events including outside contractors, invitations, facilities/space, volunteers, and logistics coordination.
• Represent Convalescent Aid Society at organization functions and events and provide event planning support as it pertains to donors.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, public administration, fundraising, philanthropic studies, non-profit management, or similar area required.
• At least three (3) years of professional working experience in project management, sales, administration, or fundraising.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Meets deadlines, establishes appropriate priorities, and gets the job done on time.
• Passion for the mission of CAS.
• Proven superior customer service skills with internal and external audiences.
• Proven to be highly motivated, self-directed, results-oriented, and energized in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Proficient in database management, Microsoft Office, and donor/fundraising software (such as eTapestry or Raisers Edge.)
• Proficient in Canva, Mailchimp, WordPress, and other marketing programs.

SALARY & BENEFITS

This is a full-time in-person position located in Pasadena, California. Salary Range is $50,000 - $60,000. Benefits consist of 2 weeks of paid vacation, 8 personal days, and 10 paid holidays. In addition, there’s employer 403B contribution (5% - no match required), 100% employer health, dental, & vision.

Convalescent Aid Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to addressing discriminatory practices and working toward racial equity. The equal employment opportunity policy of Convalescent Aid Society provides fair and equal opportunities for all employees and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, disability, or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. Convalescent Aid Society hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

Envision Consulting was retained by the Convalescent Aid Society for their search for a Development Coordinator.

Applicants needing accommodation for any part of the application process may contact Envision Consulting at 626.889.7905 to request and arrange for assistance.