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Development Coordinator

cairo

St. Cloud, Minnesota, United States Full-time Posted 8d ago
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Organization Summary The Center for African Immigrants and Refugees Organization (CAIRO) is seeking a dynamic and relationship-driven Development Coordinator to help advance our fundraising, partnerships, and community engagement efforts during an exciting period of organizational growth.  CAIRO works to strengthen families and communities through programs in housing stability, workforce development, education, health, youth leadership, and economic mobility. As our impact continues to expand across Central Minnesota and beyond, we are looking for a motivated professional who can help deepen partnerships, elevate our public profile, and grow philanthropic investment in our mission.  This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, organizing meaningful events, and translating community impact into lasting partnerships and support. Someone who is a community connector and relationship builder who believes in the power of partnerships to drive lasting change. The ideal candidate is organized, creative, and passionate about strengthening communities through collaboration, storytelling, and philanthropy. Position Summary  The Development Coordinator plays a central role in advancing CAIRO’s fundraising, partnership development, and community engagement strategy. This position is responsible for strengthening relationships across the philanthropic, corporate, and community landscape while supporting the organization’s growing portfolio of programs and institutional initiatives. Working closely with the Executive Director, senior leadership team, program supervisors, and external donor relations consultants, the Development Coordinator translates CAIRO’s mission, impact, and storytelling into meaningful partnerships and sustainable funding opportunities. The role combines donor cultivation, event leadership, communications coordination, and strategic community engagement to expand CAIRO’s visibility and strengthen long-term investment in the organization’s work. Position Information: This is full-time non-exempt position Monday - Friday 9 am – 5 pm (Actual schedule will vary based on workload, additional hours will be required as needed) Salary: $25.77 - $27.98 Benefits ●       Up to 13 days of accrued Paid Time Off per year ●       Up to 48 hours of accrued sick leave per year ●       Up to 16 paid company holidays ●       Medical and Dental insurance with employee-only premiums covered 100% by CAIRO ●       Vision Insurance low-cost employee premium ●       401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match Core Responsibilities  Partnership Development, Donor Engagement & Community Relations * Cultivate and steward relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, foundations, and community stakeholders. * Identify and develop new partnership opportunities that expand CAIRO’s programs and community impact. * Collaborate with program supervisors to strengthen program-based partnerships and external collaborations. * Represent CAIRO at community meetings, networking events, and public engagements to elevate organizational visibility. * Support growth of individual giving, corporate sponsorships, and philanthropic engagement opportunities. * Coordinate regular communication between donors, Board members, and organizational leadership. * Maintain accurate donor and partnership records within CAIRO’s CRM system. * Ensure timely donor stewardship, acknowledgements, and relationship follow-up. Fundraising Initiatives, Events & Development Operations * Lead planning and execution of CAIRO’s Annual Gala, including sponsorship outreach, logistics, and donor engagement. * Play a significant leadership role in organizing additional agency-wide events and community celebrations. * Manage fundraising timelines and coordinate daily logistics for development initiatives. * Assist with development budgeting, tracking fundraising performance, and preparing progress reports. * Coordinate newsletters, storytelling content, and visibility campaigns highlighting organizational impact. * Maintain online donation platforms and ensure donor-facing systems are functional and user-friendly. * Support branding, communications, and outreach initiatives aligned with CAIRO’s strategic goals. Language Requirements: *  Required: Fluency in speaking/reading/writing English proficiently * Preferred: bilingual, ability to speak/read/write: Somali, Arabic, Swahili, Farsi, Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Cantonese, American Sign Language. Abilities, Skills & Experiences * Experience in fundraising, partnership development, nonprofit advancement, communications, or event coordination. * Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills. * Excellent organizational and project management abilities. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Experience with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace. * Familiarity with digital communications or social media platforms are preferred. * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends for events

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