Funding Engagement Coordinator

Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network (RMIAN-pronounced “Remain”) provides free immigration legal services and social services to individuals in immigration detention and to children and their families throughout Colorado. RMIAN believes that justice for immigrants means justice for all. 

As a growing nonprofit, RMIAN aims to be as efficient and effective with the resources we have. In fundraising, that means a small but powerful team - and this role is essential to our development efforts. Reporting to the Development Director, the Funding Engagement Coordinator will be a key partner and collaborator who provides critical support for RMIAN’s fundraising efforts.

This position is meant for someone eager to learn who has had at least some exposure to nonprofit development (at least 1 year of experience to understand the dynamics and processes), who loves getting the job done efficiently and with a high level of attention to detail. 

The ideal candidate:

• Is passionate about social justice, with an interest in and curiosity about immigration law and social services - this person has worked in a social justice organization and has been following immigration stories in recent years.
• Is often described as a “doer” by their colleagues - someone who can be relied on to take a project to completion within the timeline requested, who finds joy in routine tasks that keep the team going, and who asks for help when needed.
• Has 1+ years of development experience, including work with fundraising databases and donor acknowledgements, and event coordination or support.
• Is a great short-form writer and storyteller – they ask questions and listen carefully to capture the details and find the connections that others can relate to and has some experience with translating that information into engaging, short articles, letters, emails, and posts that help drive people to action.
• Has full professional, native / bilingual proficiency in speaking and writing in Spanish – this person supports the principles of language equity and is committed to supporting inclusive communications.
• Is an organizational whiz. This person excels in handling details and multiple projects running in parallel, methodically creating and working through checklists. This is someone who might color-code their calendar or create a spreadsheet to plan a trip.
• Has a desire to learn and grow - this is someone who is eager to build their skills and take on new challenges as they get comfortable with their role.

Responsibilities

RMIAN’s team is growing, and the Funding Engagement Coordinator role has been updated to complement the recently hired Development Director. The set of responsibilities outlined here will evolve over time, based on the organization’s needs and the strengths of the person hired. Key duties include:

Database Management (30%)

• Maintain and update donor database and establish related systems, processes, and training for the team.
• Timely processing of donations and donor thank you letters.
• Strengthen systems to process and acknowledge gifts, supporting the long-term stewardship of funder relationships.

Donor Communications and Support (30%)

• Create monthly development newsletters and coordinate the process of sending those out, in collaboration with Development Director
• Coordinate all giving campaigns (e.g., Colorado Gives Day, annual report, end-of-year campaign) in collaboration with Development Director
• Prepare and customize written correspondence for prospects and funders, including introductory letters, follow-up materials, and thank-you notes.
• Support development of funder presentation materials
• Provide research and support for funder visits as needed.
• Support updates to communications calendar in collaboration with social media contractor, staff, Development Director
• Perform website maintenance, in collaboration with other team members.
• Provide other fundraising communications support as needed.

Grant Support (25%)

• Support grant management and report submission processes, working with Development Director and grants contractor.
• Support funders team meetings
• Managing grant portfolio for potential funding up to $10K

Events Coordination (15%)

• Provide detailed project management and coordination for special events in partnership with Development Director
• Coordinate with other team members, venues, and vendors
• Design, Distribute and maintain event marketing materials.
• Field informational calls for event attendees
• Lead day of event coordination for special events

Location and Work Requirements

This position is based out of RMIAN’s office located in Westminster, Colorado. RMIAN’s operations are currently operating on a hybrid remote/in-person model requiring at least two days a week of work in RMIAN’s office or other work-related locations. In order to protect our clients and team members, proof of vaccination against COVID-19, or proof of eligibility for exception, is required.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position. The salary range is between $50,000 and $58,000. RMIAN offers a phenomenal benefits package, which includes:

• Generous paid time off with 15 days of vacation in the first year of employment and an additional 2 days for each additional year of employment, 10 sick days, 11 Federal holidays, plus, an annual week-long end of year office closure.
• Excellent health insurance (100% covered by RMIAN).
• Life insurance, professional liability insurance, and short-term disability insurance (100% covered by RMIAN).
• Eligibility to participate in RMIAN’s Simple IRA retirement plan (RMIAN matches three percent).
• Eligibility to participate in RMIAN’s flexible spending plan; and
• Eight-week sabbatical after five years of employment.

To Apply:

If this profile calls out to you, please submit your resume and a brief note about what interests you in the position to hr@rmian.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

RMIAN is an equal opportunity employer and recognizes the importance of diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from people of color, immigrants, women, members of the LGBTQ community, and other underrepresented and marginalized groups. RMIAN does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status or veteran status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment free from discrimination.

https://www.rmian.org/happenings-news/2023/9/5/were-hiring-funding-engagement-coordinator