Development & Communications Manager

*Purpose and Responsibilities* Under the direction of the Development Director, the Development & Communications Manager is responsible for supporting the fundraising efforts and activities at Lumina Alliance as well as assisting the Communications & Outreach Director with marketing and communication activities.
*To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume.
Position is open until filled.
* *Job Duties* _*Gift Processing*_ * Manage the donor database; including accurate data entry, timely acknowledgment processing, report generation, and donor interaction tracking * Responsible for mailing list maintenance and generation * Manage in-kind gift processing and collaborate with other department to update agency needs and maintain an accurate list on the website * Work in conjunction with the Finance Department to process incoming gifts and donations, as well as financial reporting _*Events*_ * Manage all aspects of third-party fundraising events with outside organizations * Manage administrative activities related to major fundraising events, such as licensure and registration, auctions, vendor invoices, and more * Plan and implement donor recognition and cultivation events * Assist with the development of communication materials related to fundraising _*Communications *_ * Assist with the development and dissemination of e-newsletters, social media, website maintenance, brochures, displays, and other outreach materials * Support media outreach efforts by maintaining an up-to-date contact list, disseminating media releases, and scheduling requests for interviews * Organize and inventory promotional items and materials _*Administrative Support*_ * Coordinate appointments for the Development & Communications Department, including speaking opportunities, check presentations, and outreach opportunities * Provide administrative support to Capital Campaign committees * Manage the agenda and take minutes at External Committee meetings * Manage and update Lumina Alliance email signature software * Manage and respond to all communications received to the inbox * Manage office functions, i.
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phone calls, routine inquiries, mail, and walk-ins * Other duties and responsibilities as assigned *Preferred Qualifications* * Fluency in English is required; additional fluency in Spanish is preferred * An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject area or equivalent work experience in a similar position is preferred * Experience with donor databases and event software such as Little Green Light and Better Unite is preferred *Key Characteristics* * Detail-oriented and able to prioritize tasks and manage competing deadlines * Ability to use and learn new technologies and software, including graphic design (i.
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Canva), donor database software (i.
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Little Green Light and Better Unite), and other media platforms (i.
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WordPress, social media, Adobe) * Excellent oral and written communication skills; Ability to frequently and clearly communicate with supervisor, staff, donors, volunteers, and community * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision * Works closely, cooperatively, and collaboratively with others *Requirements* * Must satisfactorily pass a Live Scan background check, paid for by employer * Completion of Lumina Alliance’s 65-hr California State Certified Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Crisis Counselor Training (on-the-job training) *Position Title:* Development & Communications Manager *Reports to:* Development Director *Hours:* Full-time/40 per week *Location:* San Luis Obispo County *Salary Range*: $26.
00 - $29.
26 (Bilingual differential of $1/hr if applicable) *Benefits* * Generous health insurance benefits; silver tier plan premium for employee provided by employer * Premium paid for dental and vision insurance by employer for employee coverage, life insurance plan * IRA Retirement plan with employer-matching contributions * Paid Time Off including 16 paid holidays * Opportunities to accrue additional PTO * Various engaging internal committees on paid time, such as the Fun Committee, DEI Committee, and many others * Family-friendly workplace and generous pet accommodations * Opportunities for growth within the organization *ABOUT LUMINA ALLIANCE* Lumina Alliance is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization created by the merging of RISE and Stand Strong in July 2021.
Their mission is to empower those impacted by sexual and intimate partner violence through innovative advocacy, healing, and prevention programs.
Services include 24/7 crisis and information line, case management, restraining order assistance, legal assistance, accompaniment and advocacy, emergency shelters, transitional housing, individual and group therapy, and robust prevention education.
For more information, please visit Lumina Alliance is an at-will and an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, religion, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
Lumina Alliance is a Drug Free Workplace.
*To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume.
Position is open until filled.
* Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $26.
00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift Work Location: In person