Development and Community Engagement Coordinator na GATEWAY CENTER OF MONTEREY COUNTY INC - WP

Description

 Under the general direction of the Executive Director, the Development & Community Engagement  Coordinator plays a vital role in strengthening the organization’s relationships with donors, community  partners, and the broader public. This position supports all aspects of fundraising, donor relations,  communications, and public engagement to advance Gateway Center’s mission of empowering adults with  developmental disabilities to live with dignity and independence. The ideal candidate is a strong  communicator, relationship builder, and storyteller who thrives in a collaborative environment and is  passionate about connecting the community to Gateway Center’s mission. 

 Key Responsibilities 

  Fund Development & Donor Engagement: 

• Support the Executive Director and development team in implementing annual fundraising  strategies, campaigns, and appeals. 
• Maintain accurate donor and prospect data in the CRM (currently Auxilia), ensuring timely gift  processing and stewardship. 
• Draft and personalize acknowledgment letters, thank-you notes, and donor impact  communications.  
• Conduct donor and grant prospect research, prepare briefing materials, and track giving trends. 
• Assist with coordination of fundraising events, campaigns, and donor recognition activities. 

Grants & Reporting: 

• Support the preparation of grant proposals and reports by gathering data, stories, and  documentation.  
• Maintain a grants calendar and assist with meeting reporting deadlines. 
• Track funding deliverables and metrics to support program impact reporting. 

Community Engagement & Outreach:  

• Collaborate with cross-department teams to promote programs, services and resources at  community events, resource fairs, and public meetings to raise awareness of the agency’s services  and mission.  
• Cultivate relationships with local businesses, civic organizations, and potential partners to  generate collaboration and sponsorship opportunities.  
• Coordinate and promote volunteer engagement activities and community presentations.  
• Assist in planning and executing outreach campaigns that highlight Gateway’s impact in the  community.  
• Communications and Marketing: Develop and manage content across Gateway Center’s social  media platforms, newsletters, and website. 
• Create promotional and informational materials (flyers, event collateral, press releases) in  coordination with staff.  
• Capture stories and photos that illustrate Gateway Center’s programs, residents, and community  partnerships.  
• Support brand consistency and public visibility across all outreach materials  

 Anticipated Impact:  

• Strengthen Gateway Center’s visibility and reputation across Monterey County.  
• Improve donor retention and engagement through timely, personalized communication.  
• Improve donor stewardship, grant reporting, and outreach coordination.  
• Free up leadership capacity for strategic growth and major donor cultivation.  

Requirements

• Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, nonprofit  management, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in fundraising, community engagement, or public relations  
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communication skills. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and web/social media platforms.  
• Experience with donor databases/CRMs (e.g., Bloomerang, Salesforce, Auxilia etc.) a plus. 
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. 
• Passion for Gateway Center mission and commitment to inclusion equity, and community  empowerment.