As the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, Breakthrough T1D helps make everyday life with T1D better while driving toward cures. We invest in the most promising research to turn ideas into life-changing therapies and devices. We work with government, regulatory officials, and insurance companies to address issues that impact the T1D community -- breaking through barriers that limit access to care worldwide. We provide resources and guidance that makes it easier to live and thrive with T1D. This is more than a moment -- we're empowering a movement for the T1D community. Share your support and help educate and empower individuals facing type 1 diabetes.

Our mission is to improve lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent and ultimately, cure T1D and its complications. Always, we are guided by a single purpose: As we drive towards curing type 1 diabetes, we help make everyday life better for the people who face it.

The Development Coordinator will play an integral role in the day-to-day support and execution of fundraising efforts for the Chapter.

Working with the entire 9-person Chapter team, while directly supervised by the Market Director, the Development Coordinator will be assigned work that will involve supporting specific components of our core fundraising and community building activities; Gala, Walk, Ride, Community Engagement, Advocacy, Other Special Events and Third Party Activities. Additional support functions will include but are not limited to the areas of software data entry, chapter communications, donor stewardship, community engagement events, operations, office administrative duties, and volunteer engagement.

This role has flexibility for telecommuter/work from home options. This will require comfort with, and confidence in, direct staff and supporter work accomplished both through in person and video teleconferencing means. In-person staff, volunteer and community gatherings throughout the Chapter geography will be required. On-site event participation will also be required as assigned.

Responsibilities

Support the coordination of fundraising and non-fundraising efforts directed by immediate supervisor, with strong collaboration amongst Chapter, Regional and National staff and volunteer leadership.
Support the development and execution of plans for assigned projects and/or events. Participate in fundraising related meetings as assigned. Develop and assist in delivering presentations as requested.
Support Community Engagement with outreach specific to Spanish-speaking T1D community.
Support fundraising and other mission activities designed to increase the identification, education, cultivation, and stewardship of fundraisers, donors, participants, and volunteers.
Lead chapter communications in coordination with chapter staff. Responsible for monthly communication calendar, chapter e-newsletter, chapter emails, social posts on multiple platforms and all printed material. Strong writing and design skill required.
Learn and effectively utilize key systems and tools including Luminate Online; Greater Giving; Salesforce/CRM; Sales Force Marketing Cloud; and others as determined necessary.
Perform data entry into the various project management platforms, as assigned, to ensure event information is current according to policies and standards.
Partner with the Chapter staff to identify, solicit, recruit and develop additional program and event volunteers, as assigned. Field chapter volunteer inquiries to pair them with volunteer opportunities that fit their strengths/interests.
Assume various responsibilities for other assigned activities in partnership with various Chapter Staff and under the direction of the Executive Director.
Maintain standards for all programs established by the National Program Teams to ensure that the fundraising and program priorities of Breakthrough T1D are always incorporated.
Comply with Breakthrough T1D’s financial policies and procedures. Maintain accurate and complete financial records as required.
Plan and coordinate meetings, agendas, and activities as requested. Prepare PowerPoint presentations and meeting support materials as assigned.
Respond to and follow through with all inquiries, needs, complaints and/or issues in a prompt and courteous manner.
Ensure the confidentiality and security of all proprietary information.
Maintain a basic understanding of Breakthrough T1D’s mission and research therapeutics.
Perform all other responsibilities and projects as assigned by her/his immediate supervisor and/or senior management.
Accountable for meeting deadlines, responding to volunteers and Executive Director and other Chapter requests.

Qualifications

Bilingual Spanish
Minimum of 2 years of fundraising experience or relevant business/volunteer experience.
Strong verbal and written communication. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Ability to interface with all levels of staff and volunteers.
Ability to create and manage processes that enhance efficiency of staff work while allowing for donor centricity.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint). Experience with databases. Familiarity with Salesforce, WordPress, Greater Giving, Convio/Luminate, and Canva preferred
Proficiency across social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
Must be a self-starter, with the ability to collaborate as a team player.
Detail oriented.
Ability to travel within the chapter footprint. Occasional evening and weekend work as needed.
Effectively establishes priorities to work in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of administrative procedures, such as coordination of people and resources, planning, and resource allocation. Knowledge of clerical procedures and other office procedures and terminology.
College degree or equivalent experience.

Additional information: resumes without cover letters will not be considered

Essential Functions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and infrequently up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Essential Functions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and infrequently up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Information

Requests for medical, religious, and other exemptions will be considered on an individual basis. Breakthrough T1D will comply with all federal, state, and local laws.

Breakthrough T1D supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Breakthrough T1D is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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