Marketing & Development Coordinator

Life Navigators is looking to hire a Marketing & Development Coordinator to join our dedicated service team. Life Navigators’ mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with developmental and related disabilities, their families and the greater Milwaukee community through information, education and life planning programs.

The Marketing & Development Coordinator will be responsible for administrative, marketing, fundraising, and special event activities to advance Life Navigators' mission. Working closely with the Marketing Director, this role handles donor records, acknowledgment letters, and event materials. This position offers growth potential for a motivated, highly organized professional with excellent communication skills and strong initiative.

Bachelor’s Degree required. One year of paid experience in marketing, development or special events is required. Digital Marketing experience is a plus. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with donors, volunteers, community partners, vendors, staff, board members, and committee members.

Life Navigators is a small but mighty agency that works with kids and individuals with disabilities to ensure they are living safe, happy, and healthy lives in our amazing community. At Life Navigators, we believe our employees should lead balanced lives, and we offer employees the flexibility to do so through hybrid work. Our team is supportive and encouraging of each other. Employees, board members, and our partners are committed to giving individuals with varying abilities the opportunity to live lives that have purpose and meaning. Together, we are impacting over 4,200 kids, adults, and families each year and are motivated to continue to do so. We have been named a "2026 Best Places to Work" by the Milwaukee Business Journal! We are honored to rank among the best in the area for the eighth year in a row.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Development & Donor Relations

• Maintain accurate and timely donor/prospect records in the donor database
• Prepare donor acknowledgment letters, impact reports and other donor materials
• Assist with donor appeals, fundraising campaigns, donor cultivation and stewardship activities
• Assist with grant applications, reports and related documentation
• Support corporate, philanthropic and community partnership activities
• Assist with donor recognition and volunteer recognition activities

Special Events & Community Engagement

• Coordinate details for fundraising and donor cultivation events, including the Challenger Event, Inspiration Hours, Charity of the Month partnerships and other special events
• Prepare event materials, including name tags, packets, posters and signage
• Assist with event communications, registration and promotional materials
• Secure and track in-kind donations and auction items
• Recruit and coordinate community volunteers
• Coordinate event logistics and work with vendors and community partners
• Assist with event planning, timelines and follow-up
• Provide on-site support during events, including occasional evenings and weekends
• Assist with donor and sponsor recognition and post-event follow-up
• Work with event committees to support planning and assess event outcomes

Marketing & Communications

• Draft email communications, impact stories, advertising and promotional materials
• Maintain website and updates to ensure accurate information
• Coordinate with external marketing, communications and social media vendors
• Assist with promotional materials while coordinating with external graphic design and printing vendors
• Support digital communications and monitor engagement and analytics
• Help maintain consistent branding and messaging across communications
• Carry out additional activities identified in the organizational marketing plan
• Draft advertising materials and help coordinate media relations

Team & Organizational Support

• Work closely with the Marketing & Development Director, Executive Director, Leadership Team and committees to carry out marketing and development goals
• Prepare reports and other documentation for the Marketing & Development Director, Executive Director, Board Committees and external sources
• Perform other duties and special projects that support Life Navigators' marketing, development and community engagement efforts

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in business, nonprofit management, marketing, communications or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• At least one year of professional experience in fundraising, special events, marketing, communications or a related field. Digital marketing experience is a plus
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate clearly, accurately and professionally
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with donors, volunteers, community partners, vendors, staff, board members and committee members
• Strong passion for Life Navigators' mission and the ability to communicate the organization's mission and impact to a variety of audiences
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, or comparable software
• Experience working with Canva, email marketing and video software is a plus
• Ability to learn and effectively use donor database and other technology systems.
• A valid WI Driver's license, vehicle, and automobile insurance that meets agency policy

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Life Navigators is committed not only to the individuals we serve but also to offering the best to our staff with a comprehensive benefits package. Life Navigators covers 70% of health, dental, and vision insurance and covers 100% of life insurance and short and long-term disability insurance, flex spending account, and a 403b that Life Navigators will match after one year of employment. Employees receive a generous paid time off benefits package, including 8 paid holidays, vacation time, anniversary day off, sick time, and compensatory time. Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,000/year and mileage reimbursement.

Our most popular perk remains the ability to work remotely or in the office. This hybrid environment allows our team to collaborate, meet the needs of their families and allows them to choose the environment they feel allows them to work their best. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. After initial training, employees have the flexibility to adjust those hours as needed.

Life Navigators offers frequent employee enrichment activities such as catered lunches, staff outings, and appreciation events. An occasional dog(s) in the office from time to time is a nice perk, too.

Life Navigators is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, on-the-job injury, sexual orientation, political affiliation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $57,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Milwaukee, WI 53210