Development and Marketing Associate

Summary:

Foothill Unity Center, Inc. (FUCI) seeks a creative and detail-oriented Development and Marketing Associate to support our marketing, communications, and fundraising efforts. Reporting to the Development Director, this role plays a critical part in developing and executing multi-channel marketing campaigns, managing digital platforms, and coordinating donor communications to strengthen FUCI’s visibility, fundraising, and community engagement.

The ideal candidate will bring strong writing, design, and digital skills, a passion for community service, and a high level of emotional and professional intelligence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures that the mission and values of the organization are upheld and that the face of FUCI reflects compassion for all, integrity in practices, and professionalism overall
• Support the planning and execution of FUCI’s marketing calendar and strategies.
• Develop and manage digital content for all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, YouTube), including photo, video, graphic design, and written copy.
• Track and analyze digital metrics to evaluate impact and audience engagement.
• Design, produce, and distribute newsletters, e-blasts, flyers, and other promotional materials.
• Maintain FUCI’s website and events calendar, ensuring up-to-date content and consistent branding.
• Organize and maintain FUCI’s media and marketing library (photos, graphics, logos, event archives).
• Assist with donor communications, mailings, and acknowledgments.
• Prepare presentations and materials for funder meetings.
• Coordinate communications with the Board of Directors, media contacts, and third-party vendors (e.g., designers, printers, videographers).
• Help plan and support fundraising campaigns and special events (e.g., online auctions, restaurant nights, in-person drives).
• Take photographs and video footage at events to be used in future marketing and donor communications.
• Contribute to donor storytelling and impact reports, including articles and social media posts.
• Provide administrative support to the Development Director, including scheduling and note-taking.
• Assist in managing and supporting volunteers assigned to marketing or development tasks.
• Attend staff meetings and organizational events as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory:

This position does not oversee staff.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience

• AA degree or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in marketing, communications, or nonprofit development.
• Experience in community service or public-facing nonprofit work preferred.
• Familiarity with the San Gabriel Valley and surrounding communities.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms and content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, iMovie, or Premiere Pro).
• Experience with email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including editing and storytelling.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and emotional intelligence.
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish, Chinese, or Vietnamese preferred.
• Ability to relate well with other people and demonstrate compassion and empathy.
• Ability to publicly advocate on behalf of Foothill Unity Center and the people it serves.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must possess a valid Driver’s License

Work Environment:

• The work is typically performed in an office environment, with a moderate noise level.
• Some work will be performed in event spaces or outdoors.
• Occasional travel to company or client locations during the day and occasional evenings and weekends may be required.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit, stand, and move as needed to complete requisite paperwork.
• Ability to commute to various client settings in the community, and to other FUCI locations.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. of employee and business files.
• Ability to work at a computer terminal for the bulk of the workload for this position.