Gateway Center of Monterey County
Development & Community Engagement Coordinator
Gateway Center of Monterey County, Pacific Grove, California, United States, 93950
Development & Community Engagement Coordinator
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.
Base Pay Range $28.00/hr - $34.00/hr
Key Responsibilities
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.
Qualifications
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.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and web/social media platforms.
Experience with donor databases/CRMs (e.g., Bloomerang, Salesforce, Auxilia) is a plus.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Passion for Gateway Center mission and commitment to inclusion equity, and community empowerment.
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.
Compensation
Hourly Rate Range: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Full benefits package and access to professional development opportunities.
If interested, please submit cover letter and resume to: hr@gatewaycenter.org
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Base Pay Range $28.00/hr - $34.00/hr
Key Responsibilities
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.
Qualifications
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.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and web/social media platforms.
Experience with donor databases/CRMs (e.g., Bloomerang, Salesforce, Auxilia) is a plus.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Passion for Gateway Center mission and commitment to inclusion equity, and community empowerment.
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.
Compensation
Hourly Rate Range: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Full benefits package and access to professional development opportunities.
If interested, please submit cover letter and resume to: hr@gatewaycenter.org
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