Sierra Club

Non-Profit

Communications&AdvancementCoordinator

$65–65k Chicago, Illinois, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Communications & Advancement Coordinator at Sierra Club. Skills: Digital communications, Fundraising, Campaign management, Brand strategy. Create e-newsletters. Schedule mass emails”

Industry & Context.

Non Profit
Eligibility Requirements

In-person days at office, Travel across state

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years active donors, Experience with Salesforce database, Valid driver's license, Satisfactory driving record, Proof of auto insurance

Nice to Have

Experience supporting digital communications, Experience supporting fundraising, Experience with event planning, Experience with fundraising events, Fluency in Spanish

What You'll Do.

Schedule mass text messages

Prepare mass text messages

Send mass text messages

Create print newsletter

Print annual newsletter

Mail annual newsletter

Schedule social media posts

Prepare social media posts

Send social media posts

Maintain website content

Maintain online events calendar

Create digital registration forms

Coordinate content with teams

Ensure content consistency

Implement messaging strategy

Develop communications strategy

Implement communications strategy

Coordinate communications strategy

Develop digital engagement strategy

Implement digital engagement strategy

Coordinate digital engagement strategy

Create shareable graphics

Coordinate thank-you notes

Contact monthly donors

Send donation reports

Assist with donor stewardship

Prepare fundraising letters

Prepare fundraising brochures

Prepare mailing lists

Coordinate hand-addressing letters

Lead outreach for giving days

Communicate programmatic work

Develop communication trainings

Deliver communication trainings

Plan fundraising events

Manage fundraising events

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with chapter staff; Work with volunteer leaders; Coordinate with staff; Coordinate with volunteers; Work with staff leaders; Work with volunteer leaders

Communication Scope

Message development; Email strategies; Social media strategies; Narrative strategy; Equitable communications

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