Coordinator of Mission Advancement

The Coordinator of Mission Advancement will enhance The Literacy Council’s development efforts through grant research and writing, database management, and donor engagement/cultivation activities. As part of the leadership team, the Coordinator of Mission Advancement will collaborate on event planning, junior board activities, and communication efforts, including annual reports, social media, newsletters, and direct mail.

THE LITERACY COUNCIL MISSION AND HISTORY

The Literacy Council’s mission is to improve the lives of adults and their families through literacy education that teaches people to read, write, and speak English.

 In 1991, the United Way of Central Alabama, the Birmingham Chamber of Commerce, and the Junior League of Birmingham identified a need to support adults with low literacy in Central Alabama. Together, they formed The Literacy Council of Central Alabama (TLC) to provide that support in Jefferson, Shelby, Blount, Walker, and St. Clair counties.

TLC provides programs for the most vulnerable members of the communities we serve. 58% of adults in Central Alabama need improved reading, writing, or language skills, making the need for TLC’s programs imperative. In the more than 30 years of serving Central Alabama, TLC has witnessed the impact of low literacy. It touches every facet of an individual’s well-being and the communities where they live. Literacy is essential for personal well-being, addressing social justice and equality, and helping communities become stronger socially and economically.

The Literacy Council’s programs align educational opportunities for adults to optimize their potential, pursue their goals, and help their families thrive.

•       Support the Executive Director, Board Development and Marketing Committee, and others on designing and implementing an annual development and marketing plan to meet TLC’s revenue goals and strategic direction.

•       Build relationships with community stakeholders across TLC’s service area to increase giving and advance the mission of the agency.

•       Foster relationships and arrange meetings with donors and the Executive Director through personal visits and communication.

•       Oversee the administration of donor mailing lists and database.

•       Collaborate with the Junior Board, Board of Directors, and staff on planning and executing fundraising events.

•       Organize, implement, and oversee TLC’s gift acknowledgement and stewardship practices.

•       Prepare and present regular reports on fundraising progress.

•       Oversee, prepare, and submit grant applications in collaboration with staff.

•       Coordinate grant process, which includes deadlines, reporting, and funding details.

•       Coordinate with Executive Director and other staff on timely and accurate report deliveries to funders, including pledge reminders, thank you letters, and grant reports.

•       Collaborate with program staff to collect information and data to support grant proposals and reports.

•       Research and identify new grant opportunities.

Communications 

•       Coordinate the content and distribution of marketing and communication materials, including the annual report, to advance the mission and fundraising goals of the agency.

•       Oversee the messaging of the agency and increase brand awareness and recognition of TLC.

•       Collaborate on overall strategy and content for social media, newsletter, outreach materials, and other key communication.

•       Represent TLC at community events.

•       Participate in professional development opportunities and staff activities.

•       Support efforts of Executive Director to advance agency’s mission.

•       Perform other agency duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred Skills/Experience

·       Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)

·       Fundraising, campaign management, and/or sales experience

·       Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

·       Detail-oriented and solution focused in executing projects/assignments

·       Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·       Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups of people

·       Self-starting and self-motivated

Desired Skills/Experience

·       Event planning/management experience

·       Grant writing experience

·       Experience with CRM systems

·       Social media management experience

·       Graphic design skills

Requirements

·       Valid Alabama driver’s license

·       Access to reliable transportation

Finalists will be asked to provide a short writing sample and complete a background check.

Position type: Full time, occasional evenings and weekends

Compensation: $40,000 - $45,000 based on experience

Benefits: 75% Employer-Paid Medical, Vision and Dental insurance (single); matching retirement plan; generous schedule of paid time off and paid holidays.

Submit cover letter and resume with contact information for three professional references to careers@literacy-council.org. Please put Coordinator of Mission Advancement in the subject line.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.