Grants & Development Coordinator

Colectiva Legal del Pueblo is a non-hierarchical collective organization founded for and by undocumented immigrants working to build community leadership and power for migrant justice through legal advocacy and education.

Colectiva Legal del Pueblo was founded in November 2012 by a group of undocumented community organizers, activists and immigration attorneys who recognized the need to create an organization that provides legal support while building community power for migrant justice. We provide legal advocacy, community education, and support to immigrant communities, as well as legal support, in general.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Grants & Development Coordinator

Location: Burien, WA

Hours: This is a part-time, hybrid, contract/freelance position offering flexible

hours and potential for growth within the organization. This is a 3-month

contract position with the potential for extension. Our goal is to find

someone who is a great fit and, ideally, transition them into a long-term permanent role.

Compensation: $34.80/hour

Hours: 10-20 hours per week, Monday through Friday (flexible), with

potential to increase up to 32 hours per week

Availability: Some mornings and early afternoons (EST) availability

required for team meetings.

Start Date: June 2025

POSITION SUMMARY

Colectiva is searching for a person committed to social justice and advancing immigration reform by growing the collective to provide immigrants with services and support. We are searching for an experienced individual to lead our strategic fundraising efforts, and to execute Colectiva’s fundraising plan in collaboration with Colectiva’s Finance Committee.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES OF THE POSITION

A. Grassroots Fundraising & Coordinating Events

• Lead Colectiva’s Fundraising Committee;
• Develop, maintain and cultivate relationships with current, past and potential donors, increasing the number and amount of donors;
• Create and implement strategies to secure new funding streams and diversify revenue sources;
• Design targeted initiatives to convert one-time donors into recurring supporters;
• Monitor day-to-day giving, ensuring accurate processing and stewardship of gifts via mail, emails and phone calls;
• Supervise the accurate processing of checks, credit cards, and electronic funds transfers for unrestricted and restricted gifts and monies;
• Coordinate direct mail and end of year giving plan, including developing and distributing Annual Reports, coordinating annual e-appeals, stewardship of donors, and sending tax letters to all donors;
• Spearhead events, including Give-Big, Giving-Tuesday, and other fundraising events;
• Support social media engagement related to fundraising activities.

B. Working with Donors & Funders

• Write, and submit grant proposals to obtain, increase, and diversify funding that aligns with Colectiva’s mission;
• Coordinate site visits and work with staff to manage funder reports, accomplish objectives in accordance with funding timelines, and oversee project budgets;
• Input and track all foundation monies in Colectiva’s donor management database.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION

• 2+ years of successful development experience that include the proven ability to set and meet fundraising goals;
• Alignment with Colectiva’s mission and organizational values;
• Posses the natural ability to build relationships, lead and train others with exceptional writing, speaking and interpersonal communication skills;
• Experience developing and executing strategic fundraising plans;
• Experience planning and implementing virtual (and potential in-person) donor cultivation events;
• Comfortable working in a highly collaborative, small-team environment;
• Comfortable working with Colectiva’s Board members in their fundraising efforts;
• Experience tracking revenues and expenses, working with and maintaining CRM donor databases, knowledge of Little Green Light and Quickbooks is a plus;
• Proficiency in Spanish preferred.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The wage for this position is $34.80 per hour.

During the contract period, the applicant would not receive paid time off or benefits. If the position were made a permanent full-time staff position. Benefits package includes health and vision insurance, professional development & membership fees, and generous paid time off, vacation and sick leave. Starting full-time employees receive 200 hours of paid time off (sick and vacation combined) per year.

TO APPLY

Please send a resume, cover letter, and list of three references to jobs@colectivalegal.org. All documents must be attached in PDF format in one email with “Development Coordinator” in the subject heading. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. No phone calls please.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

CLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees/applicants in all of our employment practices without regard to race, religion, color, sex or gender (including gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental ability, or any other basis protected by law. We encourage applications from people of color, immigrants, women, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ community and other traditionally underrepresented groups.