Development and Outreach Coordinator

Development and Outreach Coordinator

Location: Ely, MN / Northeast Minnesota

Reports to: Executive Artistic Director and Board

Position Type: Part-time, Salaried (Exempt), 15 hours per week on average

Salary: $15,000 annually

Contract: 12 months, with potential for extension

Application Deadline: March 14, 2025

About the Role

Northern Lakes Arts Association (NLAA) seeks a dynamic and organized Development and Outreach Coordinator to help expand our reach and ensure the sustainability of our programs. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who thrives in community engagement, fundraising, and program coordination.

The coordinator will work closely with the Executive Artistic Director (EAD) to support marketing, fundraising, and program logistics while fostering relationships with donors, volunteers, and the arts community.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative & Fundraising Support

• Assist the EAD with marketing communications, fundraising campaigns, and donor outreach.
• Support data entry, analytics, and database management.

Program Coordination

• Help manage registrations, box office operations, and event logistics.
• Provide support for NLAA programming initiatives.

Community Outreach & Volunteer Management

• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers.
• Organize community appreciation initiatives and ensure effective scheduling.
• Act as an NLAA ambassador to strengthen relationships with donors, businesses, and the community.
• Other duties as assigned to support NLAA’s mission.

Who We’re Looking For

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong relationship-building skills with donors, foundations, and local businesses.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Persistence in donor outreach, networking, and cold calls.
• Proficiency in database management (EveryAction preferred), Microsoft Office, and Google Suite.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles.
• Public speaking and community engagement confidence.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and flexible hours as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in fundraising and program coordination.
• Familiarity with the Ely and Northeast MN arts communities.
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience.

Job Requirements

Technology Needs: Reliable internet and personal laptop.

Local Travel: Must be able to attend events in Ely.

Flexibility: Willingness to work nights, weekends, and longer hours during peak seasons.

Perks & Benefits

Remote Flexibility – Work remotely while attending in-person events as needed.

Professional Development – $500 annual stipend for continuing education.

Wellness Support – $500 annual reimbursement for work-life balance.

Flexible Schedule – Workload varies seasonally, with more hours in the summer.

Working Hours

• Part-time salaried, averaging 15 hours per week.
• Seasonal flexibility – more hours in summer, fewer in winter.
• Evening and weekend availability may be required for events.

Join us in making a lasting impact in the arts community of Northeast Minnesota!

Apply by March 14, 2025.