Donor & Digital Coordinator

Donor & Digital Coordinator (Part-Time)

Hours: 20 hours per week

Location: Hybrid (Durham, NC)

Reports To: Executive Director

Compensation: $27 per hour

About NorthStar Church of the Arts

NorthStar Church of the Arts is a nonprofit arts and community organization committed to harnessing the transformative power of art to drive social change. We amplify diverse voices and provide a platform for creative expression, healing, and community engagement, with a strong focus on supporting artists of color.

Position Summary

NorthStar Church of the Arts seeks a Donor & Digital Coordinator to enhance stakeholder engagement, increase visibility, and support fundraising initiatives. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position will play a key role in advancing NorthStar’s mission through targeted digital communications and donor development.

As part of a capacity-building project, this grant-funded, part-time contract position (January 2025–June 2026) will enhance NorthStar’s growth by managing digital outreach, supporting fundraising campaigns, and cultivating donor relationships. Primarily remote, this role will require occasional in-person attendance at events and meetings.

Key Responsibilities

Communications & Marketing:

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop and execute a social media strategy.
• Create and manage digital and print promotional materials to engage the Durham community.
• Work with a media producer to develop content that amplifies NorthStar’s mission and highlights its programs and artists.

Development & Fundraising:

• Manage the administrative tasks of fundraising campaigns, including growing individual donors, securing corporate partnerships, and encouraging recurring contributions.
• Assist with planning a 2026 capital campaign, focusing on donor cultivation and sustainability.
• Research new funding opportunities while strengthening relationships with existing donors.
• Track fundraising goals and prepare performance reports.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build connections with local businesses, organizations, and individuals to expand NorthStar’s network.
• Support collaboration with the Operations & Outreach Coordinator to host open house events and community gatherings.

Administrative & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate donor records using DonorPerfect or similar CRM systems.
• Prepare fundraising reports for the Executive Director and board.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in nonprofit communications, development, or social media management.
• Proficiency with social media platforms and content strategies, with a record of driving engagement.
• Familiarity with donor management systems (DonorPerfect experience is a plus).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create engaging, mission-aligned content.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Passion for the arts, social justice, and community-centered work.
• Availability for select in-person events and meetings.

How To Apply

Submit your resume and answer the required questions below.

Hiring Timeline

• Application Deadline: December 15, 2024 (11:59 PM EST)
• First-Round Interviews: December 16–20, 2024
• Second-Round Interviews: January 3–5, 2025
• Offers Extended: January 6, 2025
• Offer Acceptance Deadline: January 8, 2025
• Start Date: January 13, 2025

Equal Opportunity Statement

NorthStar Church of the Arts is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity on our team and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.