Development Coordinator (Fresno/Bakersfield, CA)

IDEA; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

IDEA, Islamic Development & Empowerment in America, is seeking a Development Coordinator in the Fresno/Bakersfield, CA region for a part-time role. You will build donor, masjid, and community relationships to advance development goals and support regional events and campaigns.

You will travel up to 60% regionally, work with volunteers and staff, present to diverse audiences, and report progress to the Fund Development leadership. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Experience with grassroots organizations and community engagement is preferred.
• Familiarity with the local Muslim community and community leaders is desired.
• Strong organizational, project-management, time-management, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent oral communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong written communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in fundraising is a must.
• Must be available to travel at least 60% of the time within the region, with regional/national travel as needed, and possible international travel.
• Desire to work for a humanitarian cause.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours during events.
• Must have own transportation.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with donors, masajid, businesses, community institutions, volunteers, and the public in the assigned area.
• Strengthen relationships with existing masajid and identify opportunities to establish relationships with new masajid and communities.
• Conduct outreach visits and represent IDEA at community events and program engagements as assigned.
• Plan, organize, host, and support regional fundraising activities and events in coordination with the Regional Manager and volunteers.
• Respond to donor and community inquiries with accurate information about IDEA's campaigns, programs, and engagement opportunities.
• Schedule and deliver presentations to audiences of diverse backgrounds.
• Prepare and submit plans, projections, and reports to the Regional Community Fund Development Manager.
• Research local communities, prospects, and opportunities to support regional fundraising strategies.
• Continue to strengthen knowledge through required training, workshops, and professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public speaking

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Written communication

Time management

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Salesforce

ClickUp

Job description

Role Overview The Development Coordinator builds and maintains masjid, business, donor, and community relationships that advance Islamic Development & Empowerment in America (IDEA)'s mission and Fund Development goals. Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Development Coordinator manages an assigned portfolio, secures fundraising and outreach opportunities, supports regional events and campaigns, and represents IDEA throughout the assigned area. The role works closely with regional staff, volunteers, community partners, and cross-functional departments to strengthen donor engagement and expand IDEA's regional presence. The candidate must show commitment to IDEA's faith-inspired values and principles, as well as the vision and mission of the organization.

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with donors, masajid, businesses, community institutions, volunteers, and the general public throughout the assigned area.
• Strengthen relationships with existing masajid and identify opportunities to establish relationships with new masajid and communities.
• Conduct outreach visits and represent IDEA at community events and program engagements as assigned.
• Plan, organize, host, and support regional fundraising activities and events in coordination with the Regional Manager, Event Coordinator, other appropriate staff, and volunteers.
• Respond to donor and community inquiries with accurate and timely information about IDEA's campaigns, programs, and opportunities for engagement.
• Schedules and delivers presentations to audiences of diverse backgrounds.
• Prepares and submits plans, projections, and reports to the Regional Community Fund Development Manager.
• Research local communities, prospects, and emerging opportunities to support regional fundraising and development strategies.
• Continue to strengthen job-related knowledge and skills through required training, workshops, readings, and professional-development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Title: Development Coordinator

Status: Part-time

Location: Fresno/Bakersfield, CA

Division: Fund Development

Role Overview The Development Coordinator builds and maintains masjid, business, donor, and community relationships that advance Islamic Development & Empowerment in America (IDEA)'s mission and Fund Development goals. Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Development Coordinator manages an assigned portfolio, secures fundraising and outreach opportunities, supports regional events and campaigns, and represents IDEA throughout the assigned area. The role works closely with regional staff, volunteers, community partners, and cross-functional departments to strengthen donor engagement and expand IDEA's regional presence. The candidate must show commitment to IDEA's faith-inspired values and principles, as well as the vision and mission of the organization.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with donors, masajid, businesses, community institutions, volunteers, and the general public throughout the assigned area.
• Strengthen relationships with existing masajid and identify opportunities to establish relationships with new masajid and communities.
• Conduct outreach visits and represent IDEA at community events and program engagements as assigned.
• Plan, organize, host, and support regional fundraising activities and events in coordination with the Regional Manager, Event Coordinator, other appropriate staff, and volunteers.
• Respond to donor and community inquiries with accurate and timely information about IDEA's campaigns, programs, and opportunities for engagement.
• Schedules and delivers presentations to audiences of diverse backgrounds.
• Prepares and submits plans, projections, and reports to the Regional Community Fund Development Manager.
• Research local communities, prospects, and emerging opportunities to support regional fundraising and development strategies.
• Continue to strengthen job-related knowledge and skills through required training, workshops, readings, and professional-development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications And Competencies

• Bachelor's degree, required.
• Experienced in working with grassroots organizations, community engagement, or a related field.
• Familiarity with the local Muslim community and community leaders.
• Strong organizational, project-management, time-management, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent oral communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and build relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong record keeping and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in fundraising a must.
• Must be available to travel at least 60% of the time within their designated geographic area, regional/national travel as needed, with possible international travel.
• Desire to work for a humanitarian cause.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace; familiarity with Salesforce, ClickUp, or similar platforms is preferred.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours during events and campaigns.
• Must have their own means of transportation.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

At IDEA (Islamic Development & Empowerment in America), we are committed to safeguarding and protecting all individuals we come into contact with through our work. IDEA representatives must adhere to its organizational values: Integrity, Service, Resilience, Social Innovation, and Collaboration. In accordance with these values, IDEA operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Code of Ethics, and Anti-Harassment and Discrimination.