Resource Development and Event Coordinator
Shepherd Center

Shepherd Center, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is a private, not-for-profit hospital specializing in medical treatment, research and rehabilitation for people with spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, spine and chronic pain, and other neuromuscular conditions.

Join us in our mission to help people with a temporary or permanent disability, rebuild their lives with hope, independence and dignity, advocating for their full inclusion in all aspects of community life.

At Shepherd Center, you'll discover a diverse and inclusive environment, enlightened leadership, a culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect. If you are seeking career advancement, continuing education opportunities coupled with a welcoming and fun workplace, competitive compensation and employment benefits, visit our careers page to explore current openings.

Resource Development and Events Coordinator
Located in Stone Mountain, The Side-by-Side Clubhouse is the only work-oriented day program in Georgia that specifically supports adults with brain injuries - and their families - for as long as they choose.
With help from Atlanta's Shepherd Center and Emory University to get us started, we have been partnering with people on their goals toward self-sufficiency for over two decades.
We are a unique community-based program where our interdisciplinary team of brain injury specialists work interdependently with participants in all that we do.
Since 2000, Side by Side has provided a supportive environment where adults suffering from brain injuries can redevelop social and work-related skills at their own pace in a meaningful, productive way.
This is an on-site, full time, Monday- Friday position.

The Resource Development and Events Coordinator will d evelop, coordinate, implement and evaluate resources integral to growing and maintaining a strong base of external stakeholders of Side-by-Side Brain Injury Clubhouse. Organizational responsibilities include communications/public relations; marketing; events coordination; charitable and grant fund development; volunteer coordination.

This is an on-site, full time, Monday- Friday position.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION : Minimum Bachelor's degree in nonprofit administration, marketing, public relations, allied health, or other human service related field

EXPERIENCE: Two years' experience in nonprofit development is preferred. Demonstrated success in meeting goals of increasing community investment in an organization's mission and effectiveness. This includes project management; individual and corporate donor cultivation, solicitation, and securement; grant securement and reporting; fundraising and friendraising events; increasing public awareness and respect for the organization's mission. Experience serving people who have cognitive and/or physical disabilities is preferred.

OTHER : Verbal and writing skills to compose compelling funding requests, press and marketing materials, and to cultivate supporters. Physical ability to perform job requirements. Proficiency in MS Office, WordPress, Canva, social media, and donor management technology. Flexibility and willingness to assist in other areas of the program as needs arise. Good driving record, current Georgia driver's license; insurable by employer's auto insurance policy; ability and willingness to use personal vehicle for organizational business with appropriate mileage reimbursement.

EDUCATION : Minimum bachelor's degree in nonprofit administration, marketing, public relations, allied health, or other human service-related field

EXPERIENCE: Two years' experience in nonprofit development is preferred. Demonstrated success in meeting goals of increasing community investment in an organization's mission and effectiveness. This includes project management; individual and corporate donor cultivation, solicitation, and securement; grant securement and reporting; fundraising and friendraising events; increasing public awareness and respect for the organization's mission. Experience serving people who have cognitive and/or physical disabilities is preferred.

OTHER : Verbal and writing skills to compose compelling funding requests, press and marketing materials, and to cultivate supporters. Physical ability to perform job requirements. Proficiency in MS Office, WordPress, Canva, social media, and donor management technology. Flexibility and willingness to assist in other areas of the program as needs arise. Good driving record, current Georgia driver's license; insurable by employer's auto insurance policy; ability and willingness to use personal vehicle for organizational business with appropriate mileage reimbursement.