Position: Development and Communications Coordinator

Reports to: Executive Director





About MESA

Oregon MESA is working to close the opportunity and achievement gaps for students underrepresented in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) fields. MESA is an equity program hosted at the Portland State University-Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science; MESA equips underrepresented students with STEM, invention, and 21st-century skills.





Position Overview

The Development and Communications Coordinator supports resource development operations to achieve the goals of the annual development strategy. The Assistant supports the day-to-day responsibilities of donor cultivation and engagement, special events execution, communications, and administrative support. This position reports to the Executive Director and will support the outreach, marketing, and communications functions central to MESA’s efforts to elevate our visibility, share stories with donors, and engage new supporters in our work.





Responsibilities

Communications

Manage and optimize existing social media channels including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat and build MESA’s presence on new platforms such as LinkedIn

Write and edit press releases, social media content, website updates, newsletters, annual report, and other materials

Collect and compile data, student stories, and outcomes data for grant proposals, marketing materials, and annual report

Manage website and content using Concrete5

Photograph activities and manage organization’s image files

Create graphics and design materials using design software like Canva or InDesign

Seek out media opportunities and assist with coordination of staff taking part in media interviews

Provide support to staff members who conduct outreach and assist in creating and implementing MESA-wide communications strategy

Ensure quality and branding are maintained across all outreach items produced

Donor Cultivation and Administration

Process all aspects of the gift and donor acknowledgment process in an accurate and timely manner including writing, printing and sending thank you notes to donors

Maintain accurate and orderly records of all contributions from individuals, foundations, and corporations

Generate mailing lists and manage mailings for special events, individual and corporate appeals

Assist in donor stewardship activities, donor thank you calls, and provide excellent customer service to all donors

Maintain deadlines calendar for donor reports, etc

Assist in the preparation and execution of donor site visits

Assist the Executive Director in the planning, development, and execution of donor/partner engagement and fundraising events

Assist in the preparation of Board and Development meetings

Assist with other organizational and administrative projects, as assigned





Required Qualifications

Passion for the MESA mission

Excellent organization and project management skills

Highly adaptable, efficient, self-motivated, and detail-oriented

Excellent oral, written, and visual communicator

Excellence in communicating professionally with diverse audiences

Proven ability to collaborate with teams, multi-task, set priorities, adapt to change, and solve problems in a dynamic, high-performing work environment

Proficient in social media and outreach tools (ex: Hootsuite, Facebook, Instagram, etc)

Strong eye for graphic design, color, and fonts.

Prior experience with visual design and software tools

Proficient in Google Drive, including Google Docs and Google Sheets

Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed

Bachelor’s degree required or in-progress





Desired Qualifications

2+ years of experience in customer service or communications role

Bilingual: Spanish (written and verbal)

Experience with website design (ex: Concrete5, Wordpress, etc)





Compensation and Benefits

Portland State University student employee position

$14/hour for 15-20 hours/week; Minimum 1-year commitment





To apply: Applicants must submit their resume and cover letter to Handshake or directly to MESA Executive Director, Tong Zhang (ttz@pdx.edu) no later than Wednesday, November 7th at 5 pm.







