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Development & Communications Coordinator (Part-Time)

Friends of the Cape Cod National Seashore (FCCNS) is the nonprofit philanthropic partner of the Cape Cod National Seashore; a partnership established in 1987 to help preserve, protect, and enhance the fragile environment, visitor experience, and unique cultural heritage of the park.            

FCCNS seeks a Development & Communications Coordinator to advance the organization’s mission by supporting fundraising operations, donor engagement, data management, and external communications. This part-time (20 hours/week) role plays a key role in growing a modern development program during a period of organizational expansion and offers hands-on experience in philanthropy through donor engagement and public outreach, supported by effective administration, storytelling, and data-informed strategies. The position reports to the Director of Development and the Executive Committee.

Key Responsibilities

Development & Fundraising

Donor Relations & Stewardship (in collaboration with the FCCNS Administrative Assistant)

  • Prepare and process donor acknowledgments, correspondence, renewals, and event invitations.

  • Develop donor briefings, contact summaries, and stewardship materials for leadership and Board engagement.

  • Track donor interactions and ensure accurate data entry to support stewardship and reporting.

Database & CRM Management (in collaboration with the FCCNS Administrative Assistant)

  • Maintain donor and membership records in the organization’s CRM (e.g., Wild Apricot or similar).

  • Enter and manage gifts, pledges, renewals, and contact notes.

  • Produce donor, membership, and fundraising reports.

  • Build event registrations, donation forms, surveys, and targeted mailing lists.

 

 

Fundraising & Events

  • Provide logistical support for membership programs, donor meetings, and fundraising and community events.

  • Serve as liaison to the volunteer Community Engagement Committee, coordinating meetings, communications, and volunteer scheduling.

  • Support the Businesses & Corporate Partnership Program, serving as a point of contact for sponsors and ensuring timely delivery of benefits.

  • Manage event registrations, guest lists, follow-up communications, and post-event reporting.

Communications & Outreach

Digital & Social Media

  • Identify and share timely, mission-driven stories in collaboration with staff and volunteers.

  • Create and schedule engaging social media content aligned with fundraising and outreach goals, track performance metrics, and apply insights to grow and engage audiences.

  • Manage routine upkeep of the organization’s Squarespace website, including simple text updates, blog posts, event and calendar entries, and basic content maintenance to ensure information is current and accurate.

Donor & Member Communications

  • Support email newsletters, appeals, announcements, and surveys.

  • Assist with the creation of promotional materials.

Administrative Support

  • Provide administrative support to the Director of Development, including scheduling, document preparation, and meeting coordination.

  • Prepare agendas, presentations, briefing materials, and meeting notes for development and Board-related meetings.

  • Maintain organized digital and physical files.

  • Assist with fundraising-related financial tracking, invoicing, and expense documentation.

  • Support volunteer coordination and maintain supplies for office and events.

Qualifications

  • 1–5+ years of relevant experience in administration, fundraising, communications, or related fields (internship experience welcome).

  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Familiarity with donor management systems is strongly preferred.

  • Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.

  • Interest in nonprofit storytelling, social media, and learning basic design tools (e.g., Canva).

Work Environment

  • Primarily remote position, approximately 3–4 days per week (flexible schedule), including some in-person attendance at meetings and events. Some evening and weekend hours required.

  • Ability to assist with event setup and lift to 25 pounds as needed.

Compensation

·         $22.00–$26.00 per hour, based on experience

To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to Julia Bateman, Director of Development, at julia.bateman@fccns.org.

 

 

Julia Bateman