Donor Engagement & Communications Specialist

at Natün Guatemala
Published February 27, 2025
Location Panajachel, Guatemala
Category Finance  
Job Type Full Time  
Base Salary $ 1100
Salary Units Month

Description

Natün Guatemala is a non-profit, multidisciplinary, majority Maya-led organization passionate about elevating the leadership, rights and capacity of Indigenous people in Guatemala. Our mission is to advance education, nutrition & health and economic development, through community-led initiatives which build on existing resources and knowledge.

The Donor Engagement & Communications Specialist plays a vital role in sharing the impact of Natün's work with current and potential supporters through compelling storytelling and strategic donor engagement. This position combines field-based content creation with donor cultivation and stewardship. We seek a dynamic communicator who can craft impactful narratives while building meaningful relationships with donors and program participants.

Responsibilities

Content Creation & Field Work:

Conduct regular program visits to document program impact through writing, photography, and video
Create compelling written content, including impact stories, website text, blogs, and newsletter articles
Develop and maintain a content calendar aligned with organizational priorities
Ensure all content reflects our values and commitment to dignity and cultural sensitivity
Donor Cultivation & Fundraising:

Identify opportunities and develop strategies for donor engagement
Write and coordinate donor correspondence, including updates, appeals, and stewardship materials
Develop and execute donor acquisition and retention strategies
Support management in the development and execution of the annual fundraising calendar, including campaigns, giving days, and events
Strategic Support:

Analyze communication effectiveness and donor engagement metrics
Support development of fundraising and engagement strategies
Assist with donor events and site visits, including translating between English and Spanish
Provide strategic input on donor cultivation approaches
Profile

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish
Experience in storytelling, journalism, or content creation
Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and experience working in cross-cultural environments
Experience in donor relations or fundraising, ideally in donor cultivation strategies
Understanding of safeguarding principles and ethical storytelling
Ability to conduct regular field visits in rural communities
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
Passionate about Indigenous rights and community-led development
Understanding of dignity-based development communications
Experience with digital content management
Interest in the multicultural context of rural Indigenous communities in Sololá / Guatemala
The successful applicant will work in Guatemala (location flexible) for a minimum 2-year commitment. We have a flexible working-from-home policy, but a regular presence in the Panajachel office and field (Sololá department) will be necessary.

Please send your CV and a cover letter, with details about your experience and interest in the role.

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