Development Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY

The Development Coordinator at REACH LA plays a vital role in supporting our mission to diversify revenue streams and expand awareness among corporate, nonprofit, and community stakeholders dedicated to health equity and racial justice. Collaborating closely with the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer (CMCO), the Development Coordinator contributes to the creation and execution of REACH LA’s grant writing and fundraising strategies, driving the advancement of our mission and vision.

This role requires exceptional networking and interpersonal skills, outstanding communication abilities, and strong time management capabilities. The Development Coordinator enhances administrative efficiency, fosters organizational growth, secures funding opportunities, maintains positive donor relationships, and upholds the integrity of development processes. A comprehensive understanding of discussions within LGBTQ+, racial justice, and HIV leadership education communities is essential to identify trends and target areas where REACH LA programming can make the most impact.

Key responsibilities include supporting the CMCO in researching, preparing, submitting, and managing grant proposals and reports that align with agency goals and comply with funder guidelines. Managing funder relationships, ensuring compliance with reporting, and supporting special projects are integral to this position. The role seeks a proactive, organized individual with experience in fundraising and networking, capable of inspiring and motivating colleagues while working collaboratively to achieve REACH LA objectives.

• Support the Marketing & Communications Department (Marcomms) in researching, preparing, submitting, and managing grant proposals and reports to aid the agency’s goals and meet funder guidelines.
• Work closely with the CMCO Director of Development & External Affairs with the grant development process for foundation, government, and corporate funding opportunities, including:
• Prepare and organize materials for proposals
• Submit grant applications via paper or online portals, and maintain list of passwords
• Monitoring grant applications submissions and awards
• Maintain a library of grant support documents including resumes, biographies, IRS forms, Board/Staff diversity lists, financial documents, etc.
• Monitor grant applications submissions, awards, and compliance reporting.
• Develop and execute fundraising strategies, including events, annual giving, and community-focused initiatives.
• Coordinate funder relationships and ensure compliance with funder reporting schedules and requirements.
• Research new funding and business development opportunities on a local, state, and federal level.
• Coordinate with other team members on fundraising events and maintain the organization’s donor and prospect information.
• Maintain a master calendar of grants and prospects and all associated files and correspondence; prioritize maintaining the organization’s donor and prospect information so that it is up‑to‑date and accurate.
• Ensure acknowledgment of funders/investors via website, e‑newsletter, and social media.
• Executing thank you letters and facilitate grant contracts/agreements
• Stay up to date on grant‑making and philanthropic trends.

• Work closely with the Director of Development & External Affairs to plan, develop, and implement the internal and external public affairs strategies of TE.
• Maintain positive relations with donors and ensure the integrity of development processes.
• Support and help coordinate company site visits.
• Assist with representing REACH LA at events, coalitions, councils, and media opportunities to foster relationship building.
• Support the execution of REACH LA public affairs strategies, including media relations and strategic partnerships.
• Collaborate with national and local partners to advance REACH LA policy priorities.
• Prepare impactful presentations for various audiences, including funders, external government officials, and strategic partners.
• Collaborate with the marcomms department to assist in creation of outward‑facing communications media and materials (newsletters, media summaries, press…