Development & Events Coordinator

 The Development and Events Coordinator manages the Boston Cyclists Union's rapidly growing membership, events, and volunteer programs. They manage and assist in planning fundraising events and rides, like Biketoberfest and Bostreal; recruit volunteers to help execute engagement events and programs; develop and execute communication strategies related to member recruitment, engagement, and retention; and collaborate with staff to explore other fundraising and development opportunities. Through the work they fulfill the Bike Union’s goals of growing and supporting our membership, and building the bike community and the network of bike-friendly businesses in the Boston area. 

Core Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategies to retain existing and recruit new members, including creating and reaching annual membership goals
Play a lead role in planning and executing annual fundraising events, including our annual spring VIP fundraising event and fall member party, Biketoberfest
Recruit and support riders for our annual fundraising bike ride, Bostreal, and work with volunteer team to book travel details and manage other aspects of the ride
Manage EveryAction member and donor database, including overseeing updates to our donation portal and automated donation receipts, welcome letters to new members, and drip campaigns for converting new contacts
Coordinate volunteer nights and events to build the bike community 

Other Responsibilities

Manage and support volunteers who want to get involved in running programs, including leading the Programming Group / Union Events Team and dedicated volunteers to execute programs and events, including Bike-in Movies, Winter Biking Clinics & Socials, Group Rides, and Bike Breakfasts 
Work collaboratively with Development Committee and Executive Director to implement new membership recruitment and fundraising strategies
Develop and manage business and employer membership and member discount programs in conjunction with the Development Committee and volunteers
Create organization-wide themes, talking points and messaging across programs, events, monthly newsletter, and membership materials
Development and market research to lead to increasing the organization budget
Create written and visual content for our website, newsletters, action alerts and social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram) (requires familiarity with Wordpress or willingness to learn)
Collect and analyze historic and survey data to evaluate and refine existing membership programs
Perform data entry and other tasks as assigned, related to administration
Some evening and weekend work will be expected and required

Qualifications

Deep commitment to the Boston Cyclists Union mission
2+ years experience in a similar field (could include events planning, fundraising, program development, organizing, an administrative role, volunteer management or a volunteer position such as AmeriCorps or Peace Corps, etc)
Excellent communicator, written and verbal, written and visual communications
Demonstrated track record of successful project planning and goal reaching
Desire and ability to implement systems that will allow your work to scale quickly and significantly to be able to reach more people
Organized and detail oriented, with the ability to track and execute tasks reliably
Knowledge and experience using Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends for rides, events and tabling, volunteer nights, and occasional monthly committee meetings
Desire to work as part of a team, including group reflection, receiving and giving feedback and honoring the strengths/passions of all team members
Enthusiastic about bringing new ideas, strategies, and connections to a small and growing organization 
Strong interpersonal and relational skills and a commitment to working respectfully with individuals of different races, ethnic groups, socioeconomic backgrounds, and life experiences 
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Google docs
Extra points for working knowledge of EveryAction, Wordpress, Canva, Asana, and/or Adobe Creative Suite
Experience with direct mail and email campaign marketing preferred
Bilingual abilities are a plus, but not required
Knowledge of bike advocacy is not required, but an interest in learning about it is
Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required
This is an ideal position for someone seeking a career in bike advocacy, program management, non-profit administration, development, or the bike industry at large. 

Salary 

Starting salary is $38,000-$42,000. We are a small, extremely fast-growing non-profit and strong performance will be rewarded as our budget allows. This is a full-time, exempt position. Benefits include health and dental insurance (*), retirement plan with employer match, a bicycle commuter benefit, two weeks of paid vacation in the first year along with paid federal holidays, reimbursement for cell phone use, opportunity to purchase bike parts at-cost, and a commitment to training and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

Send a compelling cover letter and resume to jobs@bostoncyclistsunion.org. Please include "Development & Events Coordinator, YOUR NAME" in the subject line of the email, and be sure to mention where you saw the job advertised. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled, with preference given to applications received by January 6th. We strongly encourage applicants to submit their application as soon as possible. People of color and women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Boston Cyclists Union is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation or political orientation.