Development & Communications Coordinator

Development & Communications CoordinatorReach Out And Read ColoradoDenver MetroNonprofit, Part-time, Development, $24 - $26 hourlyThe Reach Out and Read Colorado Development & Communications Coordinator is a key member of the team and is responsible for supporting a variety of projects and deliverables for the Development and Communications teams. At 20 hours per week, this part-time position is the perfect role for anyone interested in building and refining the skills that will help them build a successful nonprofit career.The successful candidate will support donor and foundation stewardship, database management, fundraising events and campaigns, and will help create and implement marketing strategies and tactics that raise awareness for our brand. The right candidate will be passionate about early literacy, relational health, and health equity and will be excited to join a dedicated and passionate team of experts who have built a culture of collaboration and support.They will bring solid writing, strategy, and analytical skills to the position, and will have the opportunity to hone those skills working with members of multiple teams. The right candidate will be able to capture our personality and tell stories of our impact and produce compelling content for parents, providers, and supporters. This role provides the opportunity to showcase creativity, build experience, try new things, and help share our mission among a variety of stakeholders. Days will be varied and fast-paced, but work hours can be scheduled flexibly.Duties and Responsibilities :Support stewardship of grant/funder relationships, including prospect research, grant writing and reportingGenerate, organize, and analyze reports from donor database in support of fundraising projectsCreate content (both original and curated) for fundraising campaigns, newsletters, social media, website, articles, etc. with clarity, consistency, style, and brand voice in mindManage social media accounts, from content creation and design to implementationManage day-to-day social engagement across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedInEnsure consistent messaging and imagery across all platformsConduct regular social media platform performance analysisAssist with website management, including creating and updating pages within WordPress, integrating SEO best practices, etc.Analyze data to inform content strategies, evaluate the effectiveness of digital efforts, and provide insights to optimize communicationsSupport fundraising eventsRepresent the organization in community-facing settings, including occasional participation in photography and video for marketing materialsAttend monthly staff meetingsCollaborate on special projects as neededAdministrative tasks as neededPersonal and Professional Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceExcellent written and oral communications skillsAbility to juggle projects and priorities, both independently and as part of a teamAbility to be efficient while maintaining strong attention to detail and accuracyDemonstrated success working independentlyStrong knowledge of social media and best practices – active on multiple platforms with personal or brand accountsProficient in MS Office Suite (specifically Excel and Word) and Google SuiteProficient in data management: recording, filtering, analyzing, and reportingComfortable using AI tools to maximize efficiencyExperience with social media content creation and design; graphic design experience a plusPossession of a valid driver's license and the ability to drive a car safely and responsiblyThere may be occasional requirements in this role to run errands relating to a fundraising event or provide transportation for office-related tasksSpanish fluency not required but a strong plusTimely and regular attendance is an expectation of performance for all Reach Out and Read Colorado employees. To ensure adequate staffing, positive employee morale, and to meet expected productivity standards throughout the organization, employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule, in and out of the office.Some evening and weekend work may be required. Must be able to safely move books/supplies weighing up to 40 lbs.BenefitsThis is a part-time, hybrid, non-exempt position, 20 hours/weekThis position is paid at an hourly rate of $24-26/hourHybrid position with flexible hours; in-person 1-2 days/week at Denver officeBenefits include paid time off, cell phone stipend, and bi-annual bonus contingent on organizational health3% Simple IRA matchHow to ApplyPlease send resume and cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io, using the subject line "Development & Communications Coordinator." No applications will be considered without both requirements fully met. The position will remain open until the role has been filled.