Investments and Partnership Coordinator (Local Candidates Only)

Do you want to make a real difference for people with autism?

The Washington Autism Alliance is searching for a passionate and results-oriented Investments and Partnerships Coordinator to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for cultivating and stewarding relationships with our government and foundation partners, ensuring they are engaged with our mission and maximizing their support.

Nature of the Organization: The mission of is to expand access to healthcare, education, and services for people with autism and other intellectual developmental disabilities across Washington State. Our culture is one grounded in supportive relationship building, teamwork, mutual caring, and dedication to our mission.

About the Role:

The Investments and Partnerships Coordinator will play a vital role in cultivating and expanding relationships with key stakeholders, securing funding, and advancing the organization's mission. This position requires a dynamic and highly organized individual with exceptional communication and relationship-building skills. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a passion for our work and a proven track record in fundraising and partnership development.

Responsibilities:

Relationship Management & Outreach:

• Share the Agency’s goals and strategies with key stakeholders across the state, soliciting their advice and feedback.
• Serve as a liaison, supporting the outreach, advocacy, and relationship-building efforts of the CEO with influential leaders in government, nonprofit, community leadership, and advocacy.
• Cultivate and steward a portfolio of approximately 75 current and prospective financial supporters and/or community partners, encompassing 150 constituents, by the end of the first year. Provide continuous, customized attention and engagement to each organization.
• Maintain a high level of contact with current and prospective supporters, averaging a minimum of one and an optimum of three personal contacts per business day.
• Provide direct, efficient, responsive, and personalized support to the CEO in establishing and building strong relationships with current and prospective civic partners and investors.
• Represent the organization at tabling and stakeholder events.

Fundraising & Development:

• In collaboration with the Investments and Partnerships team, raise 1x your salary in new funding by the end of the first year.
• Work with the Grants Program Manager to ensure that each partner receives customized follow-up reports detailing the use of funding and the benefits created.
• Manage the donor management system, ensuring consistent and accurate data entry, gift reporting, donor acknowledgment, fundraising reports, and troubleshooting database issues.
• Assist in scheduling meetings with prospective and current supporters.
• Complete deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting letters and emails, and other tasks necessary to effectively lead fundraising efforts.
• Report to management staff, creating reports that demonstrate fundraising progress and the effectiveness of current and past campaigns.
• Contribute to the production, distribution, and analysis of bi-weekly and monthly pipeline reports summarizing the relationship stage and activity levels with all current and prospective partners and supporters (foundations, government agencies, and other institutions).
• Support the implementation of Investments & Partnerships office planning efforts, including policies and procedures, and goal implementation.

Administrative & Event Management:

• Perform basic administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and maintaining a filing system.
• Manage contact reports with current and prospective partners and investors, ensuring timely entry (within 24 hours) according to office policy.
• Maintain the donor database with accurate and well-organized information.
• Manage two significant annual events: serve as the internal point person for the Special Events contractor for the Fundraising Gala and the Day Out for Autism event.
• Assist in managing major events, including donation and sponsorship procurement, guest development, recruiting committee chairs and volunteers, and project coordination.
• Attend resource fairs, festivals, and other public events
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations) preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience:
• Proven track record in fundraising and partnership development, with demonstrated success in cultivating and expanding relationships with key stakeholders. Specific examples of fundraising achievements should be highlighted in the application materials.
• Experience working with donor management systems (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge) and maintaining accurate records.
• Experience in event planning and management, including logistics, sponsorship procurement, and volunteer coordination.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, nonprofits, community leaders, and individual donors.
• Skills:
• Exceptional Communication & Relationship-Building Skills: Ability to build rapport, establish trust, and effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Fundraising Acumen: Understanding of fundraising principles, strategies, and best practices. Demonstrated ability to identify, cultivate, and solicit potential donors.
• Organizational Skills: Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Self-Starter: Proactive, takes initiative, and can work independently with minimal supervision.
• Data Management Skills: Proficiency in data entry, database management, and generating reports.
• Event Planning Skills: Experience in planning and executing successful events, including managing logistics, budgets, and volunteers.
• Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Passion for the Organization's Mission: A genuine commitment to the organization's goals and values.
• Other Requirements:
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Ability to travel within the state.
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in the nonprofit sector.
• Knowledge of the specific issues the organization addresses.
• Familiarity with the local philanthropic landscape.

Join our team and make a positive impact!

Compensation: Will be determined based on experience: $52K-55k.

Appointment: Fulltime, 40 hours per week.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to Trish Thrush at office@washingtonautismadvocacy.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kirkland, WA 98033

Salary : $52,000