Development Associate Stewardship Donor Relations

Company: Connecticut Children's Medical Center
Location: Hartford
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Job Description:

SUMMARYThe Stewardship & Donor Relations (SDR)/Communications Associate is a creative and detail-oriented professional who will contribute to the overall success of the Stewardship, Donor Relations & Communications Team. Coordinates and performs a variety of administrative and operational support duties that require strong writing skills, a familiarity with various digital platforms, tremendous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects. Primary focus will be to support Digital Foundation Communications, Stewardship Communications and Events and the Patient Ambassador Program. Works independently with moderate supervision.ROLE RESPONSIBILITIESProvide general project support to the Stewardship, Donor Relations & Foundation Communications Team with particular focus on Stewardship Communications and Events, the Patient Ambassador Program and Digital Foundation Communications.Support Foundation Digital Communications in the promotion of philanthropic events, cause marketing and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals programs by:Drafting social media contentCreating and posting digital calendar listingsPosting blog stories and maintaining other digital assetsSupport Foundation Print Communications, Philanthropic Events, Stewardship Reports and Proposals by:Maintaining a Patient Ambassador database accessible to Foundation and Marketing-Communications teamsSupporting the intake and data entry of Patient Ambassador stories from website, providers and the Honor Your Caregiver program.Assisting in identifying appropriate patient ambassadors for Philanthropic Events program needsSupporting the administrative needs of the Patient Ambassador program (e.g. emails; mailings, assisting with patient ambassadors at events)Support Stewardship and Donor Relations by:Drafting and monitoring template acknowledgement letters for all Foundation giftsDrafting acknowledgement letters for leadership and major gift donorsAssisting with logistics for Stewardship and Donor Relations events, including but not limited to Mini-Internship, President's Circle events, endowed chair investitures, the Isidore Wise scholarship programThe Stewardship, Donor Relations & Foundation Communications Associate will maintain the highest quality of standards thus ensuring positive relationships with past, current and potential donors.Will help represent Connecticut Children's Foundation in the community (events, meetings, Medical Center tours, etc.), furthering Connecticut Children's reputation for excellence.Demonstrates support for the mission, values and goals of the organization.Performs other duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREDStrong writing skills.Knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Experience with Salesforce, Classy or Drupal is preferred, but not required.Experience with creating effective content for social media platforms.Ability to work independently, while prioritizing and successfully managing multiple projects.Attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.Creativity and the ability to remain organized.Ability to support a team and work with a positive attitude.Ability to provide one's own reliable transportation.Exceptional judgment and ability to exercise discretion handling confidential financial and personal information.Ability to work occasional nights or weekends, in accordance with scheduled events.Work Environment:Professional office setting. Most likely in cubicle or shared office space.Requirements:Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing or Humanities, with 2 years relevant work or volunteer experience preferred.High School Diploma or equivalent, plus minimum of 2 years relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint required. Previous use of Salesforce, Classy and/or Drupal is beneficial.

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