Currently Hiring:
Morning Star currently has openings for the following positions:
Development Coordinator
Half-time, Non-exempt; Harrisburg Administrative Office. Reports to Director of Advancement.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Assists in organizing, planning, and conducting events and ongoing programs to raise funds and cultivate donor relationships.
- Assists with contacting current and potential supporters and developing donor relationships, including through direct solicitation and the implementation of donor appreciation tracks (phone calls, emails and handwritten cards).
- Develops partnerships with local churches, identifying prospects, securing introductory meetings, and facilitating ongoing relationship development through regular follow-up.
- Represents Morning Star at local churches through one-on-one meetings with clergy and supporters, speaking at services or small groups, and the delivery or collection of campaign materials.
- Supports church partners in the implementation of campaigns to support Morning Star, including donation drives, fundraising campaigns, the promotion of the Shooting Star 5K Run and Walk for Life, etc. As appropriate, represents Morning Star as an on-location presence during these efforts.
- Executes Morning Star’s Baby Bottle Blessing fundraising campaign in partnership with local churches, scheduling campaigns, coordinating the delivery/pick-up of campaign materials, tracking giving totals, and implementing donor acknowledgments.
- Arranges and provides clinic tours for existing and new donors.
- Participates in client- and donor-facing community outreach events.
- Documents all pertinent information in donor management system.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Willingness and ability to demonstrate commitment to Morning Star’s mission, vision, core values, and statement of faith in the execution of position responsibilities.
- Willingness and ability to serve clients and other center constituencies in a way that honors Jesus Christ and supports and promotes Morning Star’s life-affirming ministry.
- Two years of related experience required.
- Good interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with employees, volunteers, churches, and donors.
- Possess and demonstrate good judgment and integrity.
- Attention to detail and ability to provide appropriate documentation.
- Proficient in writing skills and Microsoft Office.
- Occasional weekend and evening availability.
- Comfort and confidence in public speaking.
- Ability and willingness to travel to local churches and community organizations.
- Ability to work well with staff and volunteers within the clinic and to assist in events.
- Ability to work independently as well as with the Director of Advancement and Executive Director.
The above describes the general nature of the job and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions. Interested individuals should reply with resume and cover letter to careers@supportmorningstar.com.
