Community Development Associate

Cook Children's; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children’s Health Foundation seeks a Community Development Associate to support National and Regional Partnerships, build donor relations, and assist with fundraising campaigns including CMN Hospitals and partner events.

The role includes data maintenance, event support, and communications across channels. Strong written/verbal communication and CRM familiarity are essential; 1–2 years in fundraising or related fields is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1–2 years fundraising, communications or events experience preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication; able to manage multiple tasks.
• Experience with CRM platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support DIS by processing Gift Processing Transmittal Forms and tracking donations.
• Maintain donor contact lists in internal database and assist in data needs.
• Assist CMN team with campaign materials and event coordination.
• Develop and distribute promotional messaging for foundation communications.
• Enter actions in Raiser's Edge and assist with budget and reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

CRM experience

Teamwork

Donor relations

Education

High School Diploma required

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Database management

Job description

Location: Rosedale Office Building Department: CMN - Fundraising Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Standard Weekly Hours: 40

Summary

The Community Development Associate supports Cook Children’s Health Foundation by assisting in all areas of the National and Regional Partnerships Department. The Associate will build and maintain effective working relationships and establish rapport with key constituents to include employees, foundation staff, community partners and donors. The Community Development Associate will provide support for department fundraising initiatives including Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and Community Partner Events. In addition, this position will be responsible for maintaining the database health for the department’s constituent records, assist in data needs and support Cook Children’s Health Foundation events and initiatives as needed. This position is unique because it provides strong opportunities to learn basic components of a comprehensive development program.

Donor Information Services

Community Development Associate will be responsible for completing Gift Processing Transmittal Forms and delivering financial gifts to DIS team. Responsible for tracking donations as directed by supervisor and work with the National & Regional Partnerships team for appropriate mailing and recognition lists. Work with the team to develop and maintain accurate contact lists for corporate partner and event contacts in internal database. Associate will be responsible for the migration of CMN to the RENXT database.

Children’s Miracle Network

Assist the CMN team with preparation and distribution of campaign promotional materials for corporate partners and events. Coordination of the internal volunteer team for campaign execution. Oversee campaign communication and collateral distribution for minor CMN partners. Responsible for working with the team to update online calendars to promote initiatives. Assist with planning, organization and attendance at special events as requested.

Department Communications

Work with the team to execute content and development of promotional messaging for foundation communication, social media, web site, cmnhospitals.org blog, internal communications and other available channels. Execute donor relations activities for individual cmnhospitals.org donors, as well as assist with acquisition list to build Cook Children’s donor pipeline.

Reporting and Data Entry

Responsible for accurately maintaining and filing all reports before deadline as required by Children’s Miracle Network including the quarterly Performance Metrics Report and annual Impact Survey. Manage department budget for program purchases, travel and expenses. Enter actions into Raiser’s Edge for team members as needed.

Event Logistics

Support team in coordination and scheduling of donor events, on and off campus, as directed. Assist team in ordering supplies and promotional materials. Assist in building Team Raiser / Luminate fundraising pages. Maintain department calendars for campaigns and events.

Qualifications

High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of one to two years of experience working with comprehensive fundraising programs, communications programs or high-profile special events is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Must have excellent written and oral communications skills with the ability to draft letters and articles, as well as interact with donors, patients, families and the public. Must be able to manage multiple tasks, as well as be self-motivated, flexible, work well under pressure and with a team. High proficiency in the use of computer applications, organizational skills, customer relationship management and a willingness to learn new systems as necessary is crucial. Experience with Raiser’s Edge or other customer relationship management platforms is preferred. Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity.

About Us

Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children’s offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination. Cook Children’s is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment. Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands—especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise. It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children's team, you can be an important part of making that happen.