Communications and Engagement Coordinator at UpValley Family Centers | Saint Helena, CA | $25/hr – $38/hr

UpValley Family Centers

Communications and Engagement Coordinator

Saint Helena, CA (On-site)

$25/hr – $38/hrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive fundraising communications and donor engagement for UVFC, coordinating messaging, campaigns, and events.

Own donor-facing materials, storytelling, and campaign pages across channels.
Must-have: 2+ years in nonprofit communications, marketing, or development support with donor-facing writing.
Standout: Bilingual English/Spanish skills and hands-on event coordination experience.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Draft and produce fundraising and stewardship communications, including letter templates, e-blasts, newsletters, impact reports, and success stories
Support donor communications for all fundraising campaigns and appeals
Collaborate with the Development Director to ensure messaging alignment, accuracy, and consistency
Assist with development of donor-facing materials such as one-pagers, campaign toolkits, and recognition materials
Develop and manage donor-facing language, storytelling, and visual presentation for online fundraising platforms (e.g., GiveSmart), including campaign pages for the VIVA! Napa Valley online auction and Napa Valley Pickleball Classic, in collaboration with the Development Manager and Development Director
Plan and coordinate donor, volunteer, and community engagement events focused on cultivation, stewardship, and relationship-building (e.g., open houses, appreciation events, small gatherings)
Manage event communications and logistics, including invitations, RSVPs, materials, vendors, and day-of coordination
Coordinate storytelling elements such as client stories, staff speakers, and visual impact materials
Collaborate with the Development Team to ensure engagement events align with broader fundraising strategies
Support post-event follow-up, recognition, and stewardship communications to strengthen ongoing donor relationships
Represent UVFC at Chamber of Commerce meetings, community networking events, and local gatherings
Conduct outreach to local businesses to build awareness of UVFC and identify sponsorship, partnership, & engagement opportunities
Support recognition & visibility for community and business partners through communications & materials
Create promotional materials for UVFC programs, services, and events in collaboration with program staff
Develop and tailor messaging and content for diverse audiences — including donors, clients, community members, older adults, and partners — ensuring communications are culturally responsive, linguistically appropriate, and accessible across varying literacy levels
Create engaging materials such as program flyers, brochures, banners, signage, swag, and digital assets using tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud
Coordinate with staff or consultants to ensure materials are bilingual and accessible as needed
Develop donor engagement and outreach materials, including the annual report, in collaboration with the Development Director
Ensure consistent look, feel, and brand alignment across fundraising campaign materials and digital platforms, including online auction and event pages
Implement UVFC’s social media strategy across platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn? (as written)

Requirements

Two (2) or more years of experience in nonprofit communications, marketing, or development support, including donor-facing writing, social media management, & creation of fundraising & promotional materials
Strong attention to detail and the ability to think both creatively and strategically
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to compellingly articulate UVFC’s mission and impact
Experience creating or coordinating communications, marketing, or engagement activities in a nonprofit, community-based, or mission-driven setting
Comfort using digital tools such as email marketing platforms, social media, Canva or similar design tools, and website CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress)
Demonstrated project management and event coordination skills
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with staff, board members, donors, volunteers, and community partners
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
Bilingual English/Spanish skills strongly desired
Commitment to individual and family wellness and to advancing equity-centered, strengths-based work
Valid Driver’s License and insurance, or other reliable means of transportation are required.
Conduct a fingerprint background check and TB test and receive clearance.

Preferred

Bilingual English/Spanish skills strongly desired
- Hours of Work note included for scheduling context

UpValley Family Centers

Our MissionUpValley Family Centers provides guidance, support and resources in the community, in the home and for the individual, so that everyone can achieve a better life.Our VisionWe envision that through healthy relationships and networks of support, all people are safe, valued and prepared to create the future they want for themselves, their families and their community.Our impact strategies: increase access to resources UpValley, work with partners who can help to advance our goals, build capacity for leadership across generations, and support people in times of crisis, and help people acquire knowledge and skills to reduce and manage stress.Our ModelThe UpValley Family Centers operates as a Family Resource Center, which is endorsed by the California Department of Social Services as a best practice for serving families and strengthening communities. Taking a prevention-focused, community-responsive approach, our services are culturally sensitive and aim to help families and communities build on the strengths they already possess to create a future of opportunity for themselves. We serve children, youth, adults, and seniors who live and/or work in the rural communities of Calistoga, St. Helena, Deer Park, Angwin, Pope Valley, Lake Berryessa, Oakville, and Rutherford.UVFC is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. Our Federal tax ID is 80-0023012.

Founded in 1999

St Helena, California, USA

27 employees

upvalleyfamilycenters.org