Development and Community Engagement Coordinator

Position Overview

The Development & Community Engagement Coordinator (DCEC) collaborates with the Development Director (DD) to implement and execute the overall development strategy of Bay Area Turning Point (BATP), encompassing community engagement, events, fundraising, and donor stewardship for mid-level donors. The DCEC works closely with the Development Director to meet development goals by sharing the BATP mission through strategic communications, social media posts, donor engagement, and events. The DCEC assists the DD with the agency’s annual signature event, manages a portfolio of donors, and actively participates in community events. The DCEC aims to acquire and retain donors through clear, compelling communications and well-executed, donor-centric events. Additionally, the DCEC will maintain a visible presence as a primary ambassador of the agency through attending identified community engagement events.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment, excels at building relationships, and is passionate about advancing BATP’s work to end domestic and sexual violence.

HOURS: 40 hours weekly minimum or as necessary to achieve program objectives, responsibilities, and tasks. Work Schedule to include:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Mid-Level Donor Cultivation – Time allocation: 30%

• Identify, cultivate, and solicit gifts of $500–$5,000 to support BATP’s programs and initiatives.
• Focus on retaining and growing mid-level donors while identifying prospects for advancement to the Development Director’s portfolio.
• Maintain accurate donor records and assist with stewardship efforts to deepen donor engagement.

• Serve as a primary ambassador for BATP at community, civic, business, and partner events.
• Develop and nurture partnerships for third-party fundraisers that benefit BATP.
• Build relationships with event attendees to attract new donors, sponsors, and volunteers.
• Conduct presentations and outreach events to educate the public about the dynamics of domestic violence and sexual assault.

• Assist in planning and executing BATP’s annual signature fundraising event as well as smaller donor stewardship events.
• Collaborate on all event components: sponsorships, invitations, venue logistics, food and beverage, entertainment, silent auction, and volunteer coordination.
• Ensure events reflect BATP’s mission and foster donor-centric experiences.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to enhance donor engagement and community awareness.
• Create and maintain a monthly social media calendar highlighting agency programs, fundraising initiatives, and educational content on domestic and sexual violence.
• Write, proof, and publish social media posts across all platforms, ensuring alignment with BATP’s style guide and brand.
• Cultivate relationships with journalists, manage media inquiries, arrange interviews, and prepare official statements as needed.

• Assist with answering agency phone lines to provide support and information when needed.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the Development Department’s goals.

• Demonstrated experience of 3+ years in fundraising ($100,000+ annually) and event planning.
• Proven success in cultivating and soliciting individual and institutional donors.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, or 2–5 years of experience in nonprofit donor development.
• Must pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle report, and reference checks.
• Must have a clean driving record, verifiable 3+ years of driving experience, and maintain automobile insurance coverage.
• Ability to lift/carry/move a minimum of 40 lbs. for extended distances.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and a strong understanding of web and social media tools.
• Ability to attend meetings/events outside of traditional working hours as necessary.
• Demonstrated critical-thinking skills and ability to resolve issues in real-time.
• Sensitivity to the issues of domestic and sexual violence.
• Must embrace the mission of Bay Area Turning Point.
• Must be a “self-starter” and goal-driven to initiate donor visits and fundraising calls.
• Be aware and knowledgeable of the Greater Houston and Bay Area philanthropic community and their events to maintain a full calendar of either donor meetings, community events, or volunteer opportunities.
• Must have exceptional interpersonal communication, attention to detail, proofreading, and writing skills.
• Possess the ability to effectively work with and gain respect from a broad base of staff, volunteers, and the public.
• Exhibits professionalism, integrity, cultural sensitivity, and excellent customer service while maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to anticipate, understand, and respond to donor needs while representing BATP’s mission with positivity and confidence.

Bay Area Turning Point (BATP) believes that equal opportunity for all employees is important for the continuing success of our organization. In accordance with state and federal law, BATP will not discriminate against an employee or applicant for employment because of race, disability, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or non-job related factors in hiring, promotion, demotion, training, benefits, transfers, layoffs, terminations, recommendations, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. Opportunity is provided to all employees based on qualifications and job requirements.

NOTE: It is the policy of BATP not to hire applicants who have received services from our agency within the previous 12 month period.

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