Description
JOB TITLE:
Development and Communications Coordinator
REPORTS TO : Director of Development
SCHEDULE : Monday-Friday (8:00am-4:30pm)
STATUS : Full-Time, 40 hours/week, Non-exempt
CELL PHONE : Reimbursement for use
DRIVER POSITION : Yes [ If yes, see driving policy below]
SALARY RANGE : $25.00/hr -$26.44/hr
Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is growing! We’re excited to expand our programs and services, creating new opportunities to support youth experiencing homelessness
ABOUT US Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is the leading service provider for youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. Founded in 2011, our agency offers trauma-informed, low barrier programs that support young people in exiting the streets and achieving stability so that they can thrive, not just survive. Our robust continuum of care includes street outreach, drop-in services, health and wellness programming, case management, education and employment services, and housing programs.
SPY is a unique social impact agency that is committed to overcoming structural barriers to equity, community collaboration, and innovative youth-focused programming. If you have the skills, passion and collaborative spirit, join our growing team of over 100 employees.
SPY strives to attract and develop individuals who reflect a broad spectrum of diversity, including (but by no means limited to) racial, ethnic, gender identity and socioeconomic dimensions. We believe that inclusion of diverse perspectives is essential to achieving long-term, systemic change. We explicitly seek applications from those who self-identify as coming from historically marginalized populations to enrich and elevate our equity-centered approach to problem-solving.
ABOUT THE ROLE The Communications and Development Coordinator is a dynamic and essential member of the Safe Place for Youth (SPY) team, providing critical administrative and programmatic support across the Development and Communications departments. This role is responsible for assisting with all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, community partnerships, and marketing. Key functions include processing gift acknowledgments, supporting event logistics, conducting prospect research, and helping to create and schedule content for social media, newsletters, and the SPY website. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, collaborative, and detail-oriented individual with a passion for advancing SPY's mission.
WHAT YOU’LL DO Development & Fundraising Support
Serve as a primary point of contact for development inquiries, responding to phone calls and emails from donors, community partners, and supporters with professionalism and gratitude.
Generate timely and personalized gift acknowledgments and tax receipts.
Assist in the planning, logistics, and execution of fundraising events, from small donor gatherings to our annual gala.
Support the coordination of direct mail and online fundraising appeals.
Conduct introductory research on prospective individual & corporate donors.
Provide administrative support to the Development team as needed, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, reconciling credit cards, assisting with partner outreach, event coordination, and stewardship activities.
Community and Corporate Partnerships Support
Researching the local/national corporate landscape to find mission-aligned partnerships.
Creating custom decks to outreach to corporations.
Attending corporate activations, volunteer days, and teach-ins to build awareness and relationships.
Communications & Marketing Support
Assist in drafting and scheduling engaging content for SPY’s social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.).
Help create and distribute email newsletters and other digital communications using platforms like Mailchimp.
Maintain the communications quarterly calendar with dates, drafts, and final products.
Support the maintenance and updating of the SPY website with current information, stories, and events.
Help schedule and gather youth stories, staff interviews, and program data for use in communications materials, always upholding a respectful and empowering narrative.
Assist in the design and production of marketing materials, including flyers, brochures, and impact reports.
Monitor media mentions and track communications analytics to help measure reach and engagement.
Other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
1-3 years of administrative or coordinator experience, preferably in a nonprofit development or communications department.
Demonstrated experience in supporting fundraising activities (like gift processing or donor relations) and/or digital marketing (social media, email newsletters).
Prior experience assisting with event planning and logistics is highly preferred.
Basic graphic design skills and experience with tools like Canva or the Adobe Creative Suite to create simple flyers and social media assets.
Hands‑on experience managing professional social media channels and email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp).
A proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Must have an impeccable eye for detail, especially in gift processing and public-facing communications.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft professional, personalized, and empathetic communications for donors, partners, and social media.
A deep and genuine passion for Safe Place for Youth's mission and a commitment to advancing the well‑being of young people experiencing homelessness.
The ability to handle sensitive donor information and youth stories with confidentiality, integrity, and respect.
A strong understanding of and commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful, empowering storytelling.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Changes in the environment, such as the office or outdoors.
Physical effort/lifting, such as sedentary- up to 15-20 pounds at times.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS Mandated Reporting Requirements: The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements Effective August 9, 2021, the State Health Officer has mandated that all workers, paid or unpaid, in homeless services organizations must provide proof of vaccination. If eligible for a booster shot, proof of booster is also required. If not fully vaccinated, weekly COVID-19 testing is necessary depending on the program. Please submit proof of vaccination to HR@safeplaceforyouth.org. To request a reasonable accommodation or exemption, please get in touch with HR at the same email address. It’s important to note that these accommodations are limited.
DRIVER POSITIONS Applicants are required to provide a copy of their driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles, along with a copy of their valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. Job offers are contingent upon a satisfactory driving record. Examples of an unsatisfactory driving record include:
Suspended or revoked license
Three or more moving violations in the past 36 months
Any violations, including drugs, alcohol, controlled substances, within the past 24 months
Reckless driving, including hit and runs, within the past 24 months
At fault accidents, resulting in fatality or serious injury, within the past 5 years
The motor vehicle record will need to include a review of all states listed on the individual's employment application and resume. See instructions on obtaining your driving record below:
https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/customer-service/request-vehicle-or-driver-records/online-driver-record-request/
For driver positions, driving is an essential job function and cannot be reasonably accommodated, employment may be discontinued.
NOTE:
All staff members will be considered introductory employees for the first three months of employment and will not be considered regular employees until the conclusion of this period. SPY reserves the right to extend an employee’s introductory period.
In no way does the expiration of this introductory period change the fact that all employees are at-will.
It is the supervisor’s responsibility to orient the employee and to communicate the expectations of the supervisor and SPY, as well as to evaluate whether the employee has the necessary level of skill, job knowledge, motivation, and attitude to become a regular member of the SPY staff. New employees are also encouraged to seek guidance and assistance during this period. Employees who fail to demonstrate the expected commitment, performance and attitude may be terminated at any time during the introductory period. However, completion of the introductory period does not change or alter the “at-will” employment status. Employees continue to have the right to terminate their employment/business relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, and SPY has the same right. The organization, in its sole discretion, may change the job duties, responsibilities and assignments of any position, at any time.
BENEFITS & PERKS Safe Place for Youth offers a competitive benefit package including comprehensive health coverage, 403b with agency contribution, and vacation/sick time. We also offer unique perks including weekly meditation/mindfulness and professional development opportunities that are tailored to your individual career growth.
EEO STATEMENT All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Safe Place for Youth does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law.
Safe Place for Youth is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. In addition, the organization will consider employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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