Development coordinator

Description

The Salvation Army

Hawaiian and Pacific Islands Division

Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center

Job Description rev. 07.18.2023

POSITION TITLE : Development Coordinator

DEPARTMENT : Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center (Kroc Center Hawaii)

SUPERVISOR : Corps Administrator

FLSA STATUS : Exempt

CLASSIFICATION : Full Time, Salary

GENERAL STATEMENT : The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is a spiritual, emotional, and physical regeneration of all people.

MISSION STATEMENT : The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.

Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

KROC CENTER HAWAII Vision : Kroc Center Hawaii is a community center where families, individuals and relationships thrive in the name of Jesus.

POSITION SUMMARY : The primary responsibility of the Development Coordinator is to enhance, create, and expand fundraising and development initiatives across Central and West Oahu.

Focus on the development of Fundraising Plans and Events, Echelon board development, and Volunteer Initiatives. Position works closely with the Kroc Hawaii Corps Officers to develop a strategic plan to set and exceed development and fundraising goals.

Provide fundraising and logistic support for gala events, Christmas Kettle Events, Echelon recruitment and fundraising events & Corporate Relations initiatives, with an aim towards recruiting new private and corporate donors.

Build awareness of The Salvation Army Kroc Center programs and services. Enhance traditional and social media opportunities for the Kroc Center programs and services.

Participate in local community and cultural events to help establish The Salvation Army's local presence. Work closely with team to set goals for seasonal initiatives such as the Red Kettle Campaign, Camp fundraising, Stuff the Bus, and local Echelon initiatives.

Leverage volunteer relationships into fundraising leads to support corps development plans and goals.

The DC will have a deep commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army, which will be evident in his or her professional life and the manner in which he or she represents The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in the community.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience required.
• 2 years of relevant development experience required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with donor prospecting, marketing, fundraising, strategic planning and coordinating special events.
• Volunteer management experience.
• Must have the ability to maintain highly restrictive and confidential information.
• Requires the exercise of independent judgment and technical knowledge.
• Expression skills must include :
• Good communication ability both oral and written. Superior interpersonal skills to create and maintain effective relationships.
• Ability to adapt to rapid changes in environment, structures, assignments and maintain a solution-oriented focus
• Tact and diplomacy to negotiate and promote goodwill within the organization.
• Must be self-motivated, conscientious, resourceful, creative, self-directed, and able to work independently.
• Knowledge of TSA structure, terminology, policies, procedures, and culture.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or sales (or related field).
• Four or more years of professional work experience, preferably in a development office, special events organization and / or fundraising.
• Knowledge of Oahu roadways and willingness to drive to all areas of Oahu.
• Familiar with Salvation Army programs

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Work with the Hawaii Kroc Center Corps Officers, Center Director, and Special Projects Coordinator to identify fundraising goals and targets for Hawaii Kroc Center programs.
• Work with the Kroc Center Echelon Liaison to help sustain Echelon in West Oahu through recruitment, event planning, fundraising, and marketing.
• Assist the Kroc Center Hawaii Advisory Council and the Special Projects Coordinator with digital virtual fundraising and event planning, including but not limited to the Annual Red Kettle Event, Kettle Kick Off and virtual / digital fundraising events.
• Work with team members to enhance strategic plans for physical and digital fundraising opportunities.
• Research data and develop annual impact report to be shared with shareholders and stakeholders.
• Create a Seasonal Volunteer Calendar for events including but not limited to Angel Tree, Bell Ringing, Food Distributions
• Including date, description, and contact details
• Send internally to Kroc Center Employees
• Update Volunteer Database / Opportunity posts on website
• Track volunteer opportunities annually
• Send quarterly newsletters with event recaps and new volunteer opportunities.
• Work with groups and individuals who are looking for opportunities to volunteer.
• Accountable for meeting deadlines, responding to other department requests.
• Perform all other responsibilities and projects as assigned by his / her immediate supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MENTAL DEMANDS :

Able to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, highly creative, detail oriented and organize. Prioritize multiple work tasks to meet tight deadlines;

work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure; and take projects from beginning through completion.

Available to work flexible hours including some nights and weekends as required for fund-raising events or speaking engagements.

Able to keep confidential matters and materials confidential. Interact with others with courtesy and respect, emote the "Aloha Spirit"

Must possess the self-discipline necessary to perform repetitive tasks without lowering quality of work. Able to work with limited supervision, and work in a team setting with other professionals.

Exercise good judgment and comfortable taking initiative with projects.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The position requires sitting; climbing and / or balancing; stooping, kneeling, bending, stretching, crouching and / or crawling;

standing; walking; manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; use of vision; driving a vehicle; pushing / pulling / lifting / carrying 25 pounds and occasionally more than 25 pounds.

COMMUNICATION DEMANDS :

The position requires formal presentation skills and experience in public speaking; superior customer service, both internal (i.

e. co-workers) and external (vendors, visitors, customers, etc); computer proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Publisher.

The position requires the ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive, professional manner in conformity with The Salvation Army Mission Statement.

The position also requires the ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances.

• The position also requires talking to co-workers, clients, vendors; requires written communication to and from co-workers, clients, vendor;
• talking on the telephone; requires responding to written or verbal requests of co-workers, clients, and vendors; requires training / giving verbal and written instructions;
• requires receiving verbal and written instructions; requires writing / composing written language; requires reading; requires visiting / working at other worksites;

requires communication via the latest technologies.

EQUIPMENT NEEDS :

Equipment used includes general office equipment such as computers, photocopiers, scanners, printers, fax machines, telephone (office and cell), and 10-key calculator.

CERTIFICATES & LICENSES :

Must have a valid driver's license and insured transportation and participation in The Salvation Army's Fleet Safety Program on an annual basis.

CLEARANCES :

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment.

The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification.

It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory, or all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.

Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by management.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Last updated : 2024-03-04