Strategic and Organizational Development Coordinator

Description

Choices for People provides year-round support and instructional programs designed to aid individuals with disabilities in developing essential life skills. These skills promote inclusion, independence, self-sufficiency, and productivity; and aim to maximize the individual’s quality of life in the least restrictive environment possible.

Choices for People assists in individual goal-oriented program planning, and acts as an advocate in the community through the removal of attitudinal, architectural, environmental, financial, employment-related, communicational, transportation, and other barriers.

Position Summary

The Strategic and Organizational Development Coordinator will assist with the organization’s resource development, marketing, and fundraising initiatives. Reporting directly to the Director of Development, this role is responsible for elevating the organization's visibility through the execution of comprehensive development strategies. The Strategic Organizational Development Coordinator will assist with public communications, donor engagement, events management, and community outreach, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic priorities. This position is critical in driving collaboration across departments, enhancing interdepartmental coordination, and supporting long-term organizational growth.

 Duties and Responsibilities (not all inclusive):

• Support marketing, fundraising, and organizational development initiatives.
• Create engaging social media content and manage posting schedules in conjunction with the social media team.
• Develop internal and external marketing materials, including flyers, newsletters, presentations, and promotional content.
• Write clear communications for employees, donors, community partners, and the public.
• Bring creative ideas to campaigns, events and outreach efforts.
• Assist with fundraising campaigns, donor communications and special events.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, businesses, and other partners.
• Collaborate with departments to share stories, highlight accomplishments, and promote services.
• Maintain consistent branding and messaging across materials and communications.
• Demonstrate strong writing, organization, and relationship-building skills.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Previous marketing and fundraising experience preferred.
• Experience with brand management, digital marketing, and strategic communications preferred
• Experience working with nonprofits, grant writing, or fundraising campaigns preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Project management and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools, content creation, CRM systems, and Microsoft 365
• Ability to develop rapport and coordinate with other divisions, vendors, key stakeholders, etc.
• Willingness to maintain confidentiality of private, sensitive, or protected information
• Understanding of donor engagement and volunteer coordination best practices
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and support strategic organizational goals
• Knowledge of grant research and nonprofit funding sources a plus
• Creative thinker with the ability to innovate while remaining mission-focused
• Commitment to the organization’s mission and working with a diverse population

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Stand and/or sit for prolonged periods
• Prolonged periods of talking, typing, and looking at computer screens

 WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Standard office environment with regular travel to organizational sites, events, and community locations
• Occasional nights and weekends

Comments:

Failure to provide official transcript(s) or other required verification may result in the withdrawal of the job offer.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and a drug screen.

EEO STATEMENT:

It is the policy and intent of Choices for People Center, Inc. to comply with all federal and state laws concerning non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or age (40 or older), except where age is a bona fide occupational requirement or qualification; and to take affirmative action towards the goals and intentions of the applicable laws.

Furthermore, it is our policy and intent to practice non-discrimination in regard to the above factors on personnel matters concerning employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training including apprenticeship.