Central Indiana Land Trust, Inc. · 3 days ago
Outreach and Development Coordinator
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$38K/yr - $45K/yr
2+ years expCentral Indiana Land Trust, Inc. (CILTI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Central Indiana’s natural areas. The Outreach and Development Coordinator will connect people to CILTI’s mission through event planning, volunteer engagement, and donor stewardship, ensuring a positive experience for supporters.
Environmental Services
Responsibilities
Execute day to day data entry and gift processing in Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge. This includes entering new gifts, preparing check deposits, processing direct deposit logs and credit card logs, and other gift entry tasks
Responsible for following current processes to ensure information entered is accurate and working with Development Director to streamline these processes for efficiency when possible
Prepare and process donor acknowledgment letters for development staff or leadership to personalize and sign as appropriate. Must maintain confidentiality of all donor information
Support development mailings. Responsible for the printing and mailing logistics. These include member-wide spring and year-end appeals, as well as smaller intermittent mailings such as postcards, targeted campaigns, and new member packets
Work with the development and communications staff to track key dates, requirements, and documents for grant applications/reports
Work with administrative staff to order and design promotional materials (print materials, CILTI clothing, giveaways) when necessary for donors or events
Responsible for planning and executing an annual calendar of events designed to engage CILTI’s many audiences (new and prospective constituents, current donors, planned giving donors, board members, and volunteers). Typical CILTI events include: Public hikes at nature preserves, educational events, member meet-and-greets, occasional community outreach events
Track attendance and event data in the donor database
Analyze and report on participants’ experience through follow-up evaluations, incorporating feedback for continuous improvement of events
Manage event logistics, including venue coordination, catering, rentals, etc
Work with communications staff to promote CILTI events and community presentations, including drafting online event listings
Support social media and other digital communications through quality photography and timely updates on events
Manage CILTI volunteer program:
Respond to volunteer inquiries
Maintain volunteer participation records in database and track volunteer liability waivers
Plan and execute corporate volunteer workdays for corporate sponsors
Provide logistical support to the White River Docent program
Assist staff in identifying meaningful volunteer opportunities that meet an organizational need or strategy
Plan and support volunteer workdays in cooperation with the CILTI’s field stewardship team
Qualification
Required
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree required
At least 2 years of office experience
Experience coordinating events
Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse personalities and populations
Strong knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Knowledge of operation of standard office equipment and administrative procedures and systems, such as filing and record-keeping
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong project management experience, including overseeing multiple projects through to success, and meeting project deadlines
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and traverse flights of stairs
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities/activities in an independent and unstructured work setting
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Ability to successfully manage multiple projects with varying deadlines at once
Collaborative team player
Ability to maintain confidential information with discretion
Passion for the mission of the Central Indiana Land Trust
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to represent CILTI well to our members and the larger public
Preferred
Experience at a nonprofit a plus
Experience with nonprofit fundraising/data best practices is a strong plus
Database experience is a plus, especially Blackbaud Raiser's Edge
Photography and basic videography skills a plus
Benefits
Generous and flexible paid time off
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Central Indiana Land Trust, Inc.
CILTI preserves the best of Central Indiana’s natural areas, protecting plants and animals, so Hoosiers can experience the wonder of the state’s natural heritage.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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