Job Description
Organization: Roofs from the Heart (RFTH)
Location: Wilmington, DE (Remote with local event participation)
Compensation: $25/hour + quarterly engagement bonuses (up to $2,500 annually equivalent)
Hours: 15–20 hours/week
Start Date: January 15th
Application Deadline: Open until filled
About Us
Roofs from the Heart (RFTH) is a young and growing nonprofit dedicated to helping families secure safe and stable housing. We build partnerships, engage community stakeholders, and cultivate donors to advance our mission of providing hope and shelter to those facing housing insecurity.
We are seeking a Part-Time Donor & Community Engagement Coordinator to strengthen community connections, expand donor engagement, and represent RFTH at local events and outreach opportunities.
About the Role
This is a flexible, remote position ideal for someone who loves engaging with people, building relationships, and representing a meaningful mission publicly. You’ll attend community meetings and events, support donor communications, assist with small campaigns, and maintain engagement records. Your work directly increases RFTH’s visibility and impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent RFTH at community meetings, networking events, and partner gatherings; may require before and after normal work hours
- Engage individual, corporate, and community donors
- Support donor stewardship (thank-yous, updates, follow-ups)
- Create and coordinate donor and community outreach communications
- Maintain and update donor and volunteer databases
- Develop at least one annual giving campaign and/or event
- Planning & execution for small fundraising events and community initiatives
- Support small events and campaigns (logistics, volunteers, materials)
- Identify small foundation or community grants aligned with RFTH’s mission.
- Assist with grant documentation and basic reporting needs
- Track outreach activity and prepare monthly/quarterly engagement summaries
- Strengthen relationships that elevate RFTH’s presence and mission
Who We’re Looking For Required
- 1-2 years experience in nonprofit engagement, donor relations, outreach, or communications
- Strong communicator; comfortable networking in diverse community settings
- Organized, self-directed, and comfortable working remotely
- Familiarity with donor engagement or stewardship principles
Preferred
- Experience in small or early-stage nonprofits
- Knowledge of Wilmington/Delaware community landscape, SE Pennsylvania a bonus
- Event planning or grant-support experience
Compensation & Schedule
- $25/hour for 15–20 hours per week
- Quarterly Engagement Bonus Structure (activity-based, up to $2,500 annually equivalent)
- Flexible scheduling; bi-weekly check-ins with the Executive Director
- 6-month contract with potential for renewal
- Remote work with local in-person meetings/events as needed
Why Join RFTH?
- Help build a growing nonprofit from the ground up
- Flexible, community-focused role
- Meaningful mission-driven work
- Opportunities for increased responsibility as the organization grows
Job Tags
Contract work, Part time, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours,