The Marketing and Development Coordinator is responsible for coordinating fundraising initiatives, coordinating and disseminating of agency announcements, assisting with planning special events as well as creating content for the agency through storytelling, graphics, photos and other options that follow our marketing guidelines as well as handling some administrative tasks.

Independent Living, Inc. is a consumer-directed, cross-disability advocacy and service organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals living in the Hudson Valley region and we seek to hire a Marketing and Development Coordinator that would support the Director of Marketing and Development in the implementation of campaigns and other marketing efforts. High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Bachelor’s degree, preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports the Director of Marketing and Development and agency with all marketing and fundraising efforts. 
• Assists in the coordination of fundraising initiatives, which includes soliciting individual donations, corporate philanthropy, and sponsorships, fundraising events, and annual giving campaigns.  
• Assists in the development, editing, and dissemination of quarterly newsletters, brochures, and other marketing and development-related materials.
• Contributes to the planning and execution of community events, taking responsibility for coordinating outreach materials and supporting program managers in preparation for outreach events. Attendance at evening and weekend events may be required.  
• Attend community meetings and events, as an Ambassador of Independent Living, Inc. 
• Acts as liaison between the marketing department and staff to identify, capture, create, and coordinate content that effectively promotes the agency’s mission and impact.
• Maintains and monitors agency websites and social media accounts, adhering to agency branding and best practices guidelines. 
• Develops engaging content for the website, social media accounts, email marketing, events, and other marketing endeavors. Content may include photos, graphics, videos, audio, advertisements, etc.
• Administrative tasks as needed. 
• The above list of responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive, other responsibilities and/or training may be assigned or required.

SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday 9am-5pm

PAY RATE: $23.00/hr - $25.00/hr

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays from the first day of employment
• Paid lunch break

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.  
• Bachelor’s degree, preferred. 
• Bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred.
• Excellent critical thinking and strategic planning skills, with proven capacity to identify opportunities and develop actionable plans to achieve goals. 
• Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to take initiative and work independently to achieve departmental and agency goals.
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and prioritizing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with effective presentation skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail ensuring accuracy in documents and communication. 
• Excellent customer service, analytical, follow-up, and time management skills with a professional and proactive approach to achieving results. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, and Canva.