Community Development Coordinator

Background:

Job Summary:

Help get the word out about the amazing work Forestdale does! The Development Associate is a high-energy, dynamic multi-tasker responsible for helping Forestdale maintaining a positive and active community engagement program and assist with grant development.  This position is a key liaison between Forestdale, our partner organizations, current & prospective funding sources, governmental entities, individual donors, and the community. The Development Associate works closely with Forestdale’s Sr. Community Engagement Officer and Director of Development and executive leadership on strategic engagement initiatives, and grant writing.  

Responsibilities:

Grant Writing and Proposals

• Primary responsibility will be to research all legislative government and foundation grant opportunities and make recommendations of opportunities that meet Forestdale’s needs.
• Provide the initial draft of some grant proposals on behalf of Forestdale.
• Work with Executive Director, Director of Community Development and administrative staff to obtain quotes, incorporate financial information and other needed statistics and proofread to ensure accuracy and positive impact of all grant proposals.  
• Become familiar with GrantHub and Network for Good development platforms.  

Website Coordination

• Work with Sr. Community Engagement Officer to create fresh, updated content for new Forestdale website: www.forestdaleinc.org.
• Assist Sr. Community Engagement Officer with all Social Media regarding Forestdale, including Facebook page, X, Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn.  

Event Planning & Coordination, and Fundraising Campaigns

• Assist the Sr. Community Engagement Officer in coordinating and managing any fundraising or community outreach events on behalf of Forestdale (i.e., Annual Benefit, Toy Drive, Backpack Drive, Coat Drive, etc.).
• Assist Sr. Community Engagement Officer in research and identification of appropriate corporate partners for events and fundraising campaigns. Also assist with the preparation of corporate sponsorship presentation materials. Complete the online proposal portion of any corporate sponsorship opportunity.
• Work with the Development team on materials and information for new Board Members, and for on-going communication with entire Board of Directors. 

Media Outreach

• Assist Director of Community Development and Executive Director with written communications as required.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited university.
• At least two years’ work experience in the field of development or journalism, or general administrative experience with an emphasis on writing and editing.
• Some experience in web-based applications, review and implementation of web content.
• PC literacy in Word, Excel, PPT and knowledge of Social Media channels.
• Administrative skills, possessing attention to details and follow-through, with an emphasis on editing and proofreading.
• Ability to work independently and be self-directed; possess discretion and good judgment; willingness to interface with program departments, as requested. 
• Desire and motivation to stay updated on current knowledge and trends in development. 
• Understanding of and commitment to furthering the mission and vision of Forestdale. 

Salary:

Bachelors - $27.47/hr - $30.77/hr

Bachelors (Bilingual)- $28.57/hr - $31.87/hr

Location:

67-35 112th Street, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits:

• Four weeks’ vacation
• Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance
• 401(k), 7% employer contribution 2% match
• Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans
• Flexible Schedule
• Opportunities for educational scholarships

Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.
 
Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.