Job Description

Position Title: Development Coordinator

Reports To: Operations Director

Location: Hybrid; Westminster, VT

What Is Sojourns Community Health Clinic?

Sojourns Community Health Clinic is a non-profit (501(c)3), community-rooted health center nestled on the eleven-acre organic Long River Farm in Westminster, Vermont. Each year, we care for thousands of community members through integrative, wellness-based services -- from primary care, chiropractic, and physical therapy to chronic disease management. We are especially known for our welcoming apothecary and our expertise in treating Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. At Sojourns, we believe healing happens best when body, mind, and spirit are supported together, and when care is connected to the land and community we call home. Our mission is to keep evolving our integrative practice model and to serve as a trusted resource for whole-person care, locally and beyond.

Job Summary

Sojourns Community Health Clinic is seeking a relationship-driven, organized, and mission-aligned Development Coordinator to support and grow our fundraising efforts. This role will steward existing community donors, strengthen outreach and visibility, and manage key giving initiatives--including seasonal giving drives, events, planned giving coordination, researching & securing grants, and local business partnerships. The Development Coordinator will play a vital role in ensuring Sojourns has the philanthropic support needed to provide accessible, patient-centered care and advance our mission in the community.

Key Responsibilities

Community Engagement & Donor Communication:

Build and sustain regular communication with the community to encourage ongoing and increased giving (email campaigns, updates, donor stories, appeals, and gratitude outreach). Maintain documentation of the interests of top donors. Tailor the timing and messaging of communication accordingly. Develop clear, consistent messaging that reflects Sojourns' values, impact, and community role. Support donor stewardship, including thank-you letters, acknowledgement processes, and relationship touchpoints throughout the year.

Annual Giving & Fundraising Campaigns:

Coordinate and manage Sojourns' seasonal fundraising efforts, including the Fall Giving Drive and Spring Fundraising Drive. Support planning, content creation, timelines, and execution of campaign materials (digital and print as appropriate). Track results and recommend improvements to increase donor participation and retention.

Fundraising Events & Community Visibility:

Develop and facilitate fundraising events that strengthen community connection and support clinic sustainability. Coordinate event logistics (venue, vendors, communications, volunteer support, run-of-show, materials, and follow-up). Collaborate with clinic leadership and staff to identify event ideas that reflect Sojourns' mission and community culture.

Business Partnerships & Sponsorship Development:

Identify and cultivate relationships with local businesses and community partners likely to provide financial support (sponsorships, matching gifts, event underwriting, in-kind donations). Create partnership opportunities and outreach strategies that make it easy for businesses to engage meaningfully. Maintain consistent follow-up and stewardship to build long-term partnerships.

Planned Giving Coordination:

Support planned giving efforts (e.g., legacy gifts, bequests) by coordinating outreach materials, donor conversations support, and process tracking. Partner with leadership to ensure planned giving opportunities are communicated clearly and appropriately.

Internal Engagement, Board & Staff Involvement:

Encourage staff & Board participation in development efforts in ways that feel authentic, manageable, and aligned with clinic culture, including attending Philanthropy Committee meetings. Support internal storytelling by gathering impact highlights, patient-centered wins (de-identified), and team accomplishments for donor communications. Help create a shared understanding across the organization that development is a collective effort in service of the mission.

Tracking, Reporting & Administration:

Maintain donor records and gift tracking in the clinic's database/CRM. Track campaign performance, donor engagement, and event outcomes; provide regular updates to leadership and the Philanthropy Committee. Support grant tracking or other development administrative tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum 2+ years' experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, donor engagement, or related work. Demonstrated ability to build relationships with donors and community partners through warm, consistent communication. Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple initiatives simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong quantitative and analytical skills. High attention to detail, discretion, and follow-through. Comfort working independently while collaborating with staff and leadership. Experience coordinating fundraising campaigns and/or community events. Experience researching and successfully securing grants. Experience with planned giving outreach or donor stewardship strategies. Familiarity with donor databases/CRMs. Passion for community-based healthcare and mission-driven service organizations.

Personal Attributes:

Compassionate, grounded, and people-centered team member. Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving. Excellent communicator and collaborator with a calm, steady presence. Inspired by Sojourns' mission and the values of wellness, integrity, and community care.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform routine office and facility management tasks in a professional healthcare environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods. Ability to move about the clinic, property, and community spaces as needed. Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving materials or supplies up to 25 pounds. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, by phone, and in writing. Ability to operate standard office equipment and computers. Occasional local travel may be required for meetings, errands, or events.

Work Environment and Schedule:

This part-time position is expected to work an average of 20hrs/week. Hybrid; remote + minimum one day per week on-site at our Clinic in Westminster, VT.

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation range: $25.00-$30.00 hourly rate (based on experience) Status: Non-Exempt 8 paid holidays 3 weeks ETO, increasing over time In-Clinic healthcare benefits 30% Apothecary discount 401(k) plan
Equal Opportunity Statement

At Sojourns Community Health Clinic, we believe that a healthy community is one where everyone is valued, respected, and included. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating a workplace where differences are celebrated and all team members can thrive. We welcome applicants of every race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, and background. Just as we care for the whole person in our patients, we strive to honor the whole person in our staff, fostering an environment of belonging, growth, and shared purpose.

Application Instructions:

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to admin@sojourns.org

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 20.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Paid time off
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Westminster, VT 05158