Position: Associate Director
Yellow Brick Place (YBP) is a small nonprofit cancer support center providing programs and services to anyone with cancer in the Mahoning Valley. All programs, including brand-new, beautiful wigs, are free of charge.
The Associate Director supports the Executive Director in advancing the mission and strategic goals of Yellow Brick Place. This role assists with daily operations, fundraising initiatives, grant writing, marketing and social media, community outreach, and the development and implementation of programs that support individuals and families impacted by cancer. The Associate Director helps strengthen community relationships, increase organizational visibility, and support the continued growth of YBP.
Position Duties
- Assist the Executive Director in developing and implementing fundraising strategies and goals through special events, grant opportunities, individual and corporate solicitations, sponsorships, and annual campaigns.
- Manage YBP social media platforms by creating and scheduling content to promote programs, events, fundraising efforts, and community engagement.
- Coordinate monthly client programs, facilitator communication, program promotion, and postcard development.
- Assist with marketing and communications, including email campaigns, newsletters, blogs, press releases, and promotional materials.
- Develop proficiency in YBP’s CRM system, DonorPerfect, including donor records, gift entry, online forms, reporting, letters, and coding management.
- Recruit, train, schedule, and maintain records for volunteers while helping develop the volunteer program.
- Assist with planning, organizing, promoting, and executing fundraising events, including sponsorship outreach, donor engagement, event logistics, acknowledgments, and financial tracking.
- Support grant research and grant writing efforts to secure funding aligned with YBP’s mission and objectives.
- Assist in maintaining inventory and development of promotional materials, brochures, and event literature.
- Help strengthen public relations efforts by cultivating relationships with community organizations, businesses, civic groups, healthcare partners, and media outlets.
General Responsibilities
- Assist clients with wig fittings and scheduling.
- Help maintain wig inventory as needed.
- Able to work independently and as a team.
- Support the Administrative Coordinator and other team members as needed.
- Help maintain organized office and storage spaces.
- Assist with day-to-day operations and program set up when needed.
Desired Skills & Experience
- Minimum of 2 years of nonprofit experience is preferred.
- Demonstrated success in fundraising and donor engagement.
- Grant writing experience preferred.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong public speaking and presentation abilities.
- Able to work independently and as a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Experience with DonorPerfect or other CRM systems is a plus.
- Highly organized with strong multitasking abilities.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and team-oriented with a passion for community service
Work Hours
- Salaried Position
- Monday - Thursday, 9am to 5pm
- Holiday and Vacation paid
- Occasional work on weekends and evenings
Please send resume and cover letter to K.moliterno@yellowbrickplace.org
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Position: Development & Grant Coordinator
Description
Come Join our Team!
The Youngstown Area Jewish Federation is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and passionate professional with a background in donor relations, grant writing, and fundraising. This role supports the FRD Director in a range of advancing fundraising efforts, engaging donors, overseeing grants, and event initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, along with experience in nonprofit management, strategic planning, fundraising, and event and project coordination, as well as a proven ability to build and sustain meaningful relationships. This position plays a key role in engaging current and future lay leaders in advancing the Federation’s mission:
…to sustain and enrich the quality of life for the Jewish people regionally, in Israel and worldwide. We are guided by the values of Tzedakah, Klal Yisrael, Dor l'dor and Tikkun Olam.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Support the FRD Director with, but not limited to, special events, major gifts, direct response communications, planned giving, Foundation needs, and community relations programs as needed.
- Lead comprehensive grant management efforts, including planning, writing, and organizing proposals; producing timely reports; identifying new funding opportunities; collaborating with Agency Directors; and maintaining ongoing communication with grant funders.
- Effectively utilize and manage campaign software to enter pledges and gifts, maintain accurate donor records, and generate campaign reports.
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee the growth and execution of the annual JCC Golf Outing, including all aspects of the event: sponsorships, auction, committee engagement, volunteer coordination, and day-of operations.
- Coordinate with the FRD Director on all logistical aspects of the annual campaign, capital campaigns, recognition events, and administrative needs of the Youngstown Area Jewish Foundation.
- Ensure timely acknowledgment of pledges, gifts, sponsorships, and grants, and coordinate appropriate donor recognition efforts.
- Build and cultivate relationships with individual donors, including solicitation efforts for annual, capital, and special fundraising campaigns.
Benefits include:
- Free Jewish Community Center Membership
- 403(b) with 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree. Two to five years of experience in nonprofit development and grant management, with a focus on donor relations and financial resource development (equivalent experience in sales, marketing, or business development will also be considered). Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication, with a proven ability to build, cultivate, and sustain trusted relationships with key stakeholders. Strong capacity to work both independently and collaboratively in a mission-driven environment, with strict adherence to confidentiality and ethical standards. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, coupled with strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Proven experience in program administration, community engagement, and event coordination, with the ability to effectively engage staff, donors, and volunteers.
To Apply: Development
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Position: Program Support & Community Specialist VISTA
The VISTA will increase OCCHA's capacity to deliver high-quality programs that addresses poverty and meets community needs, strengthen partnerships, and expand resources. Their work will directly enhance program effectiveness, sustainability, and community engagement. Specific responsibilities include evaluating all OCCHA programs for alignment with community priorities, identifying areas for improvement, and updating workflows and guidelines as needed. The VISTA will assist in identifying and pursuing funding opportunities to sustain and grow programs, while also supporting marketing and outreach efforts to boost engagement. Additionally, they will help develop partnerships with organizations and stakeholders to enhance program quality and reach, strengthen existing initiatives, and assist in creating new programs that respond to evolving community needs.
Skills:
Conflict Resolution, Social, Business/Entrepreneur, Fundraising/Grant Writing, Community Organization, Recruitment.
Member Duties: As a member, duties include evaluating all OCCHA programs to ensure alignment with community priorities and identifying opportunities for improvement. Responsibilities involve reviewing and updating program workflows and guidelines, as well as assisting in the pursuit of funding opportunities and resources to sustain and grow initiatives. Members will also support the development of partnerships with organizations and stakeholders to enhance program quality and expand outreach. In addition, they will contribute to marketing and community engagement efforts, while strengthening existing programs and helping design new ones based on evolving community needs
Interested Candidates please apply directly to the AmeriCorps website (link below) and email your resume to Angelica Diaz, Executive Director at adiaz@occhaohio.org
AmeriCorps
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