ADVANCEMENT COORDINATOR
ABOUT US
Cameron House is a 150 year old institution that is deeply woven into San Francisco history and rooted in faith-based outreach and support. We proudly hold the honor of serving the evolving needs of the San Francisco Chinese community. Cameron House is a hub of year-round programs and services. These programs include our heritage youth school, adult ESL and computer classes, counseling services in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, domestic violence intervention, and case management for accessing all of the San Francisco area community resources available for immigrants with low to moderate income. We empower community members to build strength and resilience through family-centered programs, and help people learn, heal, and thrive.
JOB SUMMARY
Reports to the Chief of Advancement and works as a member of the Advancement department. Responsibilities include: working closely with key stakeholders to coordinate the execution of communications that broaden awareness and increase visibility of programs and priorities across audiences; ensuring that community outreach efforts reflect the organization's values; and supporting fundraising efforts.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Marketing and Communications
Work closely with the Senior Director of Advancement, Chief Executive Officer, staff, volunteers, and alumni to effectively coordinate communications
Develop a marketing and communications plan that strategically includes short- and long-term goals for reaching a broader base of donors
Lead outreach efforts related to communications, marketing, and programs
Design, create and distribute direct mail, appeals, media/press kits, brochures, newsletters, and other promotional materials
Maintain a current archive of marketing collateral and materials
Identify and explore public relations opportunities
Provide program support and editorial assistance to Program Directors, as needed
Fundraising
Support events such as Carnival, the annual fundraising gala, and other events that are developed
Contribute ideas for short- and long-term strategic fundraising tasks and goals
Capture notes from donor engagement calls and emails in Salesforce Customer Relationship Management database
Generate donation acknowledgment letters and coordinate response to donor inquiries
Generate and send end of the year annual summary of donations, upon request
CORE COMPETENCIES
Basic Abilities
Familiarity with the challenges of immigrant communities as well as the special issues facing women and children exposed to domestic violence, and/or youth development programs
Ability to stay focused, organized, and meet deadlines
Proactive, self-motivated and self-directed with demonstrated ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and think proactively
Ability to coordinate project logistics, outstanding attention to details and consistent follow up
Communication Skills
Bilingual/Biliterate in English and Cantonese is a plus!
Comfortable picking up the phone or meeting face-to-face, pitching our organization and its programs with passion and credibility
Excellent Interpersonal Skills
Ability to work collaboratively with volunteers and/or staff
Possesses a positive “can do” attitude regardless of the task at hand, able to work effectively and collaboratively with others as a team player
Computer Knowledge
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace
Able to Reason & Think Critically
Capable of solving problems with sound judgment and practical approaches - solution-oriented
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Business, or a related Required: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Marketing, Communications or Project Management
Required: Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in fundraising, communications or related nonprofit areas
Required: Experience working with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel,Powerpoint), and Zoom
Preferred: Experience working in design programs such as InDesign, Wordpress, social media sites, and other platforms
Preferred: Graphic design and/or video editing experience a big plus!
IMPORTANT!
All candidates must fulfill the following requirements upon being hired:
Achieve satisfactory clearance from the Department of Justice via Live Scan
Undergo a screening for tuberculosis
Complete a Sexual Harassment Prevention training
NOTE: It's important for you to know we appreciate cover letters, they help us understand why you are interested in working with us and they show us how you express yourself in writing. We will prioritize applicants who provide a cover letter.
In your cover letter, please share a brief overview of how your qualifications align with the requirements for this position.
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Regular, Nonexempt
SCHEDULE
40 hours per week
Occasional evening and weekend event participation
WORK LOCATION
San Francisco Chinatown
COMPENSATION
As a financial steward of public funds, Cameron House is committed to pay equity and transparency. Cameron House offers competitive base salaries aligned with the market midpoint for not-for-profit organizations of similar size. To maintain this commitment, Cameron House does not negotiate salary offers; instead, each offer is carefully calculated using benchmarking data. This is an nonexempt (hourly) role with a pay range of $27.52 -$33.64 an hour.
BENEFITS
401(k) + 4% Employer Match
100% Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Commuter Benefits & Free Parking
Wellness Support: Free Local Gym Membership
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
15 Days of Paid Vacation (to start)
13 Paid Holidays
10 Days of Sick Time
HOW TO APPLY
https://cameronhouse.org/about-us/jobs/
Cameron House aspires to make the online job application process accessible to any and all users.
If you have a disability that impacts your ability to complete the application process, and would like to request assistance or accommodation, please contact us.
We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any bias including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability or national origin.
Lastly, pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
