What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advancement Communications Specialist position at Fellowship Square, Christian Care Management, Inc.?
Overview
We are looking for an experienced, mission-driven Advancement Communications Specialist with strong interpersonal skills, a passion for community engagement, and a background in fundraising.
This role will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors for Christian Care/Fellowship Square.
Responsibilities
- Build and manage a portfolio of Corporate and Foundation donors that align with the organization’s Mission and Values.
- Create giving opportunities through special events and sponsorships for Fellowship Square programs.
- Act as the primary point of contact for donors, developing and tracking strategies and interactions using Raiser’s Edge.
- Engage with donors through meetings and written communications, ensuring clear strategies for each donor’s cultivation and stewardship.
- Increase donor revenue year-over-year by aligning asks with their passions and interests.
- Assist the Advancement Team in securing new and renewed gifts for the organization.
- Record donor interactions in Raiser's Edge NXT promptly, and engage in thank-you calls and events to increase donor visibility and involvement.
- Collaborate with the Chief Advancement Officer to plan and execute cultivation events for residents, donors, and prospects.
- Identify and pursue relevant grant opportunities from both public and private sources.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2-3 years of nonprofit fundraising and development experience.
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a job-related field.
- Excellent knowledge of Raiser's Edge database software or a similar system.
- Willingness to take a hands-on approach in a demanding role that requires a high level of energy and professionalism.
- High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, and a working knowledge of search functions for donor research purposes.
- Superior interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate professionally with a diverse group of donors, especially elderly residents.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines with competing requirements.
- Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the Office of Advancement.
Benefits:
- Daily pay option through PayDaily.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and paid sick leave.
- Flexible schedule
- 403b company matched retirement plan.
- Career Advancement Opportunities.
- $15,000 Life insurance payout by company and option to purchase additional coverage.
- Employee assistance program and much more!
About Us:
Fellowship Square is a non-profit Christian Care Community that has been offering affordable senior housing for over 40 years while enhancing the quality of life and independence of our residents. As a company, we take great pride in delivering an exceptional living experience to our residents and fostering a warm, family-like environment for our team.
Fellowship Square Christian Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Salary : $15,000
