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Development Coordinator / Music

El Sistema USA/Salinas, Inc. dba The Youth Orchestra of Salinas (YOSAL)

Development Coordinator / Music

Salinas, CA
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

     

    TYPE: Part-Time, up to 20 hours per week

    LOCATION: Salinas, CA

    HOURS: Monday - Friday; occasional evenings and weekends when needed

    HOURLY RANGE: Based on education & experience; $25 - $33

    START DATE: Immediately; position open until filled

     

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    As YOSAL’s lead coordinator in fundraising, including private foundation and government grantmaking, corporate sponsorship, and individual donor giving, the successful candidate will develop and execute an annual campaign for program support and capital expenditures through grant writing, major gifts, cultivating donors, and special events.

     

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    GRANTS

    ● Create and maintain a detailed grant calendar each year

    ● Research, apply for, and track grants throughout the year

    ● Maintain direct communication with Executive Director in all aspects of fundraising

    ● Use relevant software/websites for grant-related tasks:

    • Instrumentl - research, applications, specific grant tasks (such as reporting, communication, etc.)

    • Bloomerang - maintain funder profiles updated, keep track of grant applications, input pledges and received payments

    ● Submit grant reports to funders when required

    ● Communicate with YOSAL’s accountant when needed

     

    DONATIONS/FUNDRAISING

    ● Plan and execute fundraising campaigns: instrument drive, year-end appeal, etc.

    ● Use Bloomerang to keep donation information organized:

    • Track all donations

    • Maintain donor information current

    • Create monthly tax receipts/thank you letters

    • Create reports when needed

    ● Use Givebutter for: ○ Fundraising campaigns ○ Online donations ○ Creating reports when needed

     

    GENERAL

    ● Attend community events, concerts, and functions to increase awareness

    ● Develop and nurture relationships with potential donors throughout the county and beyond

    ● Develop, implement, and report monthly on annual fundraising plan; set and meet financial goals

    ● Compile and send monthly donation and deposit reports

    ● With the Directors, create and send a quarterly newsletter to the YOSAL mailing list

    ● Grant writing to private foundations; corporate, and government grant opportunities.

    ● Develop and maintain good relations with individual donors and corporate sponsors.

    ● Develop Annual Marketing Plan; contribute to social media coordination. Maintain relations with media representatives. Participate in community outreach/public relations.

    ● Participate cooperatively with Directors to recommend and design plans for fund development for each program, and report on grant activities and program goals to our donors. Produce annual Program Highlights for donors.

    ● Lead activities to increase legacy giving; lead endowment plan or other planned giving campaign.

    ● Coordinate and oversee implementation of volunteer fundraising effort; provide staff support for Board Fundraising and Advocacy Sub-Committees.

    ● Maintain and improve donor recognition program, including thank you letters, donor database, newsletters, and annual Gratitude Report.

    ● Lead event activities. Utilize volunteer committees.

    ● Assure compliance of all policies and procedures for YOSAL

    ● Establish a realistic budget for events and account for anticipated fundraising outcomes

    ● Work with the Executive and Program Directors to promote fundraising events using flyers, advertisements, and digital marketing outreach

    ● Assume full responsibility for various fundraising efforts including product sales, obtaining items for sale in auctions and acquiring donations

    ● Assist in developing event opportunities

    ● Research and identify prospective new donors and proactively initiate sponsorship and funding

    ● Assist in helping management in the development of fundraising goals and works to achieve and surpass these goals

    ● Work directly with Executive and Program Directors to manage project workflow and oversee day to day milestones for projects

    ● Coordinates fundraising events and activities from start to finish.

    ● Assists in helping YOSAL in the development of fundraising goals and works to meet these goals

    ● Identifies and solicits new donors; takes initiative to negotiate funding

    ● With the input of Directors, writes grant proposals and develops gift opportunities

    ● Takes complete responsibility for various fundraising efforts such as product sales, procuring items for sale in auctions and soliciting donations in the form of money or gifts

    ● Works with a team to advertise and market fundraising events through the use of flyers, radio advertisements and social media websites

    ● Assists with creating budgets based upon anticipated fundraising results

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    ● Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision-making skills for the purpose of earning money for YOSAL.

    ● Shows the ability to negotiate with donors and persuade individuals to provide items or funds for a particular cause.

    ● Possesses interpersonal skills that allow him or her to interact with potential donors and the general public.

    ● Demonstrates creativity in coming up with fundraising opportunities and executing events successfully.

    ● Possesses the ability to work well with limited or direct supervision.

    ● Foster positive relationships with current and potential business partners

    ● Work closely with Directors to establish plans for marketing events and programs

    ● Ability to work well with a team to promote company initiatives

    ● 1-3 years' experience working in fundraising or project organization

    ● Ability to prioritize and manage several milestones and projects efficiently

    ● Professional written and interpersonal skills are essential when communicating with grantees, donors, and sponsors

    ● Experience planning large-scale events and fundraisers a plus

    ● Ability to generate interest in the organization and reach out to appropriate business partners

    ● Experience working with a diverse team and promoting a positive brand image

     

    INQUIRY & APPLICATION:

    Please contact:

    Ameena Maria Khawaja

    Executive Director

    ameena@yosal.org

    In your email, please include the following:

    ● Cover letter

    ● Resume

    ● Two references

     

    ABOUT YOSAL

    El Sistema USA/Salinas, Inc., dba The Youth Orchestra of Salinas (YOSAL), is a non-profit organization committed to transforming the lives of our youth and communities through the inspiration, discipline, and performance of orchestral music. Founded in the summer of 2010, YOSAL is an El Sistema-inspired orchestral and choral education program. Under the direction of YOSAL Teaching Artists and coaches from the Monterey Symphony, Carmel Bach Festival and Monterey Jazz Festival, students from first grade through high school engage in weekly practice and music classes after school, perform regularly on stage as a member of one of the orchestras, choirs, or one of several music ensembles. They learn to be responsible citizens and develop interpersonal and collaborative skills as their self-confidence grows. Working with local school boards and social organizations, YOSAL is a tuition-free program and operates year-round. Surveys have shown that YOSAL students benefit from improved study habits, improved grades, better relationships both at home and in school, and improved self-esteem and confidence. We are currently serving approximately 250 students from 25 different schools in four school districts throughout the city of Salinas.

     

    MISSION

    The Mission of Youth Orchestra Salinas (YOSAL) is to transform the lives of our youth and our communities through the inspiration, discipline, and performance of classical and ensemble music.

     

    AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    YOSAL does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. YOSAL complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. To learn more about the organization visit us online at www.yosal.org.