Kidsforthebay
Communications and Grants Manager
Kidsforthebay, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Location:
East San Francisco Bay Area, California, based in BerkeleyOrganizational InformationKIDS for the BAY (KftB) is an environmental education organization now in its 32nd year of operation. We deliver engaging, hands-on programs to our partner elementary schools throughout Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. Our programs connect school students with nature on field trips to creek, bay and ocean habitats, engage students in science learning that supports Next Generation Science Standards, and inspire students to become environmentalists. We provide professional development in environmental science education for our partner teachers. We also run an exciting Summer Camp for children ages 5 – 11 to explore in nature, learn hands-on science and become environmental stewards. For more information about our mission, impact and programs, please visit our website at kidsforthebay.org . KIDS for the BAY is a project of Earth Island Institute.Our office is located in the Lorin District of Berkeley, walking distance from Ashby BART station and surrounded by popular coffee shops, restaurants and unique neighborhood stores, as well as a weekly Farmers Market. Most working days will be spent in the office, and there will also be site visits to our partner schools and our special field trip and Summer Camp locations. KftB offers a friendly, supportive working environment, with professional development opportunities.The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate is passionate about environmental education and about supporting the mission and programs of KftB. They are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, hands-on environmental science learning and promoting positive solutions to environmental problems. This candidate is excited to tell the stories of our work and promote our belief that everyone is an environmentalist! This person has a lot of energy and enthusiasm, is highly organized, has excellent writing and communications skills and can multi-task on a daily basis to meet the needs of working in an effective grassroots nonprofit organization that provides engaging, community-based programs.ResponsibilitiesThe Communications and Grants Manager will be responsible for managing communications and grants in a team-based approach, working with the Executive Director, the Education and Outreach Manager and the program staff team, as well as providing fundraising and office support. This position will report to the Executive Director.Communications Management:Help developcommunications goals and plansManage monthly communications calendar and communications campaignsSupport the program staff team with communications projects including reports, photo documents, blog page stories, quotes, pictures and video clipsComplete regular website maintenance and content updates and post blog page stories to the websiteDevelop and send segmented and general Mailchimp email campaignsHelp develop and contribute to the annual report and prepare report mailingManage social media campaigns and increase engagement (IG, FB, LI)Organize Best Pictures folders for school programs and Summer CampGrants Management:Prepare grant and contract management plans for assigned funders, including preparing reports, photo documents, and receipts/spreadsheets to support invoicesReview grant and contract management plans with program staff, review and edit report packages prepared by program staff and ensure all components are complete and ready to submitUpdate the Fundraising Calendar with report and invoice due datesProvide input to the annual Fundraising PlanResearch potential new fundersManage Little Green Light Constituent Relationship Management database, help create appeals and develop and send acknowledgement emails to funders and donorsPrepare assigned components of proposal/grant application packagesSite visit liaison for assigned funders and donorsOffice Support:Process weekly office accounting, manage office accounts and keep all accounting recordsOrganize repairs for office equipment and maintain the efficiency of all office machinesTake inventory and purchase office supplies and printed materialsQualifications and ExperienceAt least two years of experience working in nonprofit organizations in communications and administrationBachelor’s degree in communications, nonprofit management, education or related fieldExcellent written and oral communications skillsExperience with Google Suite (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, and Forms)Mailchimp, basic WordPress, Canva, and Customer Relations Management database experience preferredEnergy and enthusiasm, upbeat, positive, mature attitude and professional communication approachAbility to multitask while maintaining attention to detail and high quality of workExcellent organizational, time management, and planning skillsWillingness to follow direction from supervisor, as well as self-direct/manage tasks independently and work effectively in a team-based approachCommitment to diversity, equity and inclusionCompensationStarting salary is $33,000 per year at 60% time (Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday each week), based on a full-time annual salary of $55,000. Health and vacation benefits are included.Application ProceduresStart Date:
Early fall, 2023Apply early; applications will be processed in the order receivedIn your application, please include your resume, a cover letter, and a list of at least two references with full name, title, place of work, relationship to you, and current contact information (phone and email) including at least one direct supervisor.Please write:
Communications & Grants Manager application
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East San Francisco Bay Area, California, based in BerkeleyOrganizational InformationKIDS for the BAY (KftB) is an environmental education organization now in its 32nd year of operation. We deliver engaging, hands-on programs to our partner elementary schools throughout Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. Our programs connect school students with nature on field trips to creek, bay and ocean habitats, engage students in science learning that supports Next Generation Science Standards, and inspire students to become environmentalists. We provide professional development in environmental science education for our partner teachers. We also run an exciting Summer Camp for children ages 5 – 11 to explore in nature, learn hands-on science and become environmental stewards. For more information about our mission, impact and programs, please visit our website at kidsforthebay.org . KIDS for the BAY is a project of Earth Island Institute.Our office is located in the Lorin District of Berkeley, walking distance from Ashby BART station and surrounded by popular coffee shops, restaurants and unique neighborhood stores, as well as a weekly Farmers Market. Most working days will be spent in the office, and there will also be site visits to our partner schools and our special field trip and Summer Camp locations. KftB offers a friendly, supportive working environment, with professional development opportunities.The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate is passionate about environmental education and about supporting the mission and programs of KftB. They are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, hands-on environmental science learning and promoting positive solutions to environmental problems. This candidate is excited to tell the stories of our work and promote our belief that everyone is an environmentalist! This person has a lot of energy and enthusiasm, is highly organized, has excellent writing and communications skills and can multi-task on a daily basis to meet the needs of working in an effective grassroots nonprofit organization that provides engaging, community-based programs.ResponsibilitiesThe Communications and Grants Manager will be responsible for managing communications and grants in a team-based approach, working with the Executive Director, the Education and Outreach Manager and the program staff team, as well as providing fundraising and office support. This position will report to the Executive Director.Communications Management:Help developcommunications goals and plansManage monthly communications calendar and communications campaignsSupport the program staff team with communications projects including reports, photo documents, blog page stories, quotes, pictures and video clipsComplete regular website maintenance and content updates and post blog page stories to the websiteDevelop and send segmented and general Mailchimp email campaignsHelp develop and contribute to the annual report and prepare report mailingManage social media campaigns and increase engagement (IG, FB, LI)Organize Best Pictures folders for school programs and Summer CampGrants Management:Prepare grant and contract management plans for assigned funders, including preparing reports, photo documents, and receipts/spreadsheets to support invoicesReview grant and contract management plans with program staff, review and edit report packages prepared by program staff and ensure all components are complete and ready to submitUpdate the Fundraising Calendar with report and invoice due datesProvide input to the annual Fundraising PlanResearch potential new fundersManage Little Green Light Constituent Relationship Management database, help create appeals and develop and send acknowledgement emails to funders and donorsPrepare assigned components of proposal/grant application packagesSite visit liaison for assigned funders and donorsOffice Support:Process weekly office accounting, manage office accounts and keep all accounting recordsOrganize repairs for office equipment and maintain the efficiency of all office machinesTake inventory and purchase office supplies and printed materialsQualifications and ExperienceAt least two years of experience working in nonprofit organizations in communications and administrationBachelor’s degree in communications, nonprofit management, education or related fieldExcellent written and oral communications skillsExperience with Google Suite (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, and Forms)Mailchimp, basic WordPress, Canva, and Customer Relations Management database experience preferredEnergy and enthusiasm, upbeat, positive, mature attitude and professional communication approachAbility to multitask while maintaining attention to detail and high quality of workExcellent organizational, time management, and planning skillsWillingness to follow direction from supervisor, as well as self-direct/manage tasks independently and work effectively in a team-based approachCommitment to diversity, equity and inclusionCompensationStarting salary is $33,000 per year at 60% time (Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday each week), based on a full-time annual salary of $55,000. Health and vacation benefits are included.Application ProceduresStart Date:
Early fall, 2023Apply early; applications will be processed in the order receivedIn your application, please include your resume, a cover letter, and a list of at least two references with full name, title, place of work, relationship to you, and current contact information (phone and email) including at least one direct supervisor.Please write:
Communications & Grants Manager application
in the subject line.Follow us on social media and sign up for our E-Newsletter!
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