Development & Strategic Planning Coordinator

Idaho Smart Growth

Idaho

On-site

USD 23,384

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Training

Health Coverage

Childcare assistance

Education award or end of service stipend

Living allowance of $513.94 bi-weekly

Job summary

A nonprofit organization located in Idaho is seeking a Development & Strategic Planning Coordinator VISTA to enhance community engagement and drive fundraising strategies. This one-year role focuses on implementing ISG’s mission of promoting affordability and sustainability across the state. Responsibilities include conducting research, leading the strategic planning process, and engaging with donor networks. A strong commitment to community development and the ability to work collaboratively are essential. The position offers various benefits, including a living allowance, health coverage, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years old and a US citizen or legal resident.
Successfully complete a criminal background check.
Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement fundraising strategies.
Lead the development of ISG’s next five-year strategic plan.
Conduct relevant research and collect feedback from various groups.

Skills

Fundraising strategy development

Membership engagement

Donor cultivation

Marketing and branding

Strategic planning

Job description

Development & Strategic Planning Coordinator VISTA

Deadline for applications is 10/01/2024. This yearlong position will start Nov 4, 2024. For further information contact Crispin Gravatt at crispin@idahosmartgrowth.org.

Applicants must complete an application on the AmeriCorps VISTA eGrants platform to be considered for this role. Access the eGrants platform through theopportunity listing here .

Program Description

Idaho Smart Growth is a statewide, independent nonprofit aiming to bring people together to create great places to live. Since 2000, ISG has collaborated with partners throughout the Gem State to preserve and enhance quality of life, offering a range of programs to help make communities more attractive, economically stronger, and safer for everyone. Our headquarters is in downtown Boise, conveniently near some of the best restaurants, entertainment, and access to outdoor recreation in the state. Idaho has remained one of the fastest-growing states in the country, posing unique challenges and opportunities for housing affordability and economic opportunity. ISG promotes the smart growth principles that keep our communities vibrant and our lands healthy. And now, we are revitalizing our efforts into a new and exciting chapter to tackle our greatest challenges together.

Member Duties

The Development & Strategic Planning Coordinator VISTA will build capacity for ISG’s efforts to promote affordability, sustainability, and healthy communities across the state. Primary duties will include the development and implementation of our fundraising strategy, including membership engagement and development, donor cultivation and solicitation, marketing and branding efforts, and fundraising calendar buildout. As a part of these efforts, this position will lead the development of ISG’s next five-year strategic plan by conducting relevant research, collecting feedback from beneficiary populations, partner organizations, and other groups through surveys and interviews, creating draft proposals for presentation, and working closely with other staff to identify and operationalize smart growth strategies within high-needs communities.

VISTA member will record these deliverables using templates within our organization’s shared network, and will supplement presentations to the ISG Board, donor networks, and other groups as needed. The VISTA member will also assist in recording funds and membership in our donor management system.

Program Benefits