Digital Communications and Fundraising Coordinator

The Inland Ocean Coalition (IOC) seeks a Digital Communications and Fundraising Coordinator. This role is ideal for a professional passionate about ocean protection, eager to lead our organization’s digital presence, and adept at fundraising during transition and re-organization. Key responsibilities include managing our digital marketing strategies across social media, website, and email platforms, designing website content, and overseeing our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. The coordinator will also be pivotal in fundraising, engaging with donors, seeking new revenue sources, applying for grants, and executing our donor stewardship strategy.

This remote position is open to candidates within and beyond the Boulder/Denver area, provided they are the right fit.

Fundraising Duties:

• Help develop and execute an annual fundraising plan focusing on individual, in-kind, and corporate giving.
• Manage the IOC database for tracking donor activity, including organization income, event participation, and contributions.
• Help create a Corporate/Business Sponsorship Program and associated materials.
• Design and produce donor communication materials and ensure appropriate recognition of supporters.
• Analyze fundraising effectiveness and report findings to the Executive Director.
• Collaborate on special events and fundraisers, supporting with invitations, promotions, and auctions.
• Assist with grant submissions and oversee grant deliverables and reporting.

Communications Responsibilities:

• Manage IOC’s marketing and communications, including printed materials, website content, annual reports, newsletters, social media, and blogs.
• Co-design and implement an annual communications plan, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Oversee website development, organization, and design 
• Develop marketing plans for key programs and events in collaboration with staff.
• Oversee content editing for various IOC materials.
• Amplify partner messages and action alerts on social media.
• Participate in Advisory Board Meetings and relevant committee meetings when necessary. 

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of three years of relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal and donor stewardship skills.
• Exceptional communication capabilities, including campaign development and creating a cohesive communications platform.
• Proficiency in email marketing, digital advertising, and social media.
• Background in environmental, watershed, or ocean stewardship.
• Leadership skills, strategic and creative thinking, and a team-oriented approach.
• Ability to work flexibly under pressure and prioritize tasks.
• Fluency in WordPress and Salsa Labs (or similar software).

Desired Skills: 

• Proven ability to secure funding from various sources.
• Experience in event planning.
• Website design and development. 
• Experience in working with global communities. 

This is a part-time contract position with a $25/hr. compensation rate.