Job Summary

Plays an active role in developing company fundraising promotions, donor retention strategies, and volunteer coordination. Works closely with the Creative Director and the Communications and Marketing Specialist to support donor retention and fundraising initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum 2-year degree in English, communications, journalism, marketing, business or related field, or;

Minimum 2-year experience with fundraising and donor retention

Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)

Experience working with nonprofit agency

Experience developing and implementing capital campaign

Experience with project and/or program management

Exceptional writing and editing skills

Strong analytical and networking skills

Confident communication and decision-making skills

Detailed organizational skills

Able to meet the "Additional Requirements" (see the full job description - link below)

Responsibilities

Fundraising

Collaborate with business and nonprofit partners on events and fundraising initiatives that support Cascade Connections

Support the planning and execution of Cascade Connections' own fundraising events and activities

Develop direct mail campaigns to engage donors and supporters

Design and implement email marketing strategies for fundraising outreach

Facilitate peer-to-peer fundraising efforts to expand donor networks - Cultivate partnerships and sponsorships to enhance fundraising opportunities

Write compelling fundraising messages that inspire action and support

Donor Retention
Research and identify prospective donors

Research and implement donor-retention best practices

Request and track donor/donation information, with help from the Financial Department

Compose and mail thank-you letters to donors

Volunteer Coordination

Collaborate with the Creative Director and Executive Director to develop a volunteer program

Work with all departments within the agency to coordinate volunteer projects, facilities maintenance

Facilitate volunteer recruitment efforts through local networks

Develop volunteer training materials in collaboration with the Training Department

Attend monthly Volunteer Manager meetings facilitated by the Volunteer Center of Whatcom County

Join Our Team

Make a positive difference

Work close to home

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

Supportive team environment

Competitive employee and benefit packages

Opportunities for development

Opportunities for advancement

Opportunities to work with diverse populations

Great experience for future career paths

Benefits

Sick leave

401k plan

Employee Assistance Program

Follow the link below to review the complete job description and apply.

Please note, we will only consider applicants who apply through our website.

Cascade Connections is an Equal Opportunity Employer and stands committed to Affirmative Action.

Cascade Connections

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