Community Outreach and Fundraising Coordinator

Organization: Saint James Health Federally Qualified Health Center

Location: Newark NJ

Position Type: Full-time

Overview: Saint James Health Federally Qualified Health Center is seeking a motivated and experienced Community Outreach and Fundraising Coordinator to join our dedicated team. This position plays a crucial role in advancing our mission to provide accessible healthcare services to underserved communities in Newark NJ. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nonprofit community outreach and fundraising with a passion for healthcare equity and social justice.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive community outreach strategies to increase awareness of Saint James Health Federally Qualified Health Centers services among target populations.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations local businesses government agencies and other stakeholders to promote collaboration and support for our initiatives.
• Plan and coordinate community events health fairs and educational workshops to engage with the community and promote health awareness.
• Identify funding opportunities and develop fundraising campaigns to support the organizations programs and services.
• Cultivate relationships with individual donors corporate sponsors and foundations to secure financial contributions and sponsorships.
• Manage donor stewardship activities including acknowledgment letters donor recognition programs and regular communications.
• Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to create promotional materials social media campaigns and press releases to support outreach and fundraising efforts.
• Track and report on outreach and fundraising activities including donor contributions event attendance and community engagement metrics.
• Stay informed about healthcare policies community needs and funding trends to inform strategic planning and decision-making.
• Coordinate and host community events for HIV Testing influenza shots insurance enrollment National Health Center week

Other Duties:

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in nonprofit management public health communications or related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in nonprofit community outreach and fundraising.
• Proven track record of successful community engagement and relationship-building.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including public speaking and presentation abilities.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of healthcare systems public health issues and healthcare disparities preferred.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment.
• Bilingual preferred but not required

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health benefits package
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Professional development opportunities

Saint James Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace.

Bilingual encouraged but not required

Required Experience:

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