Development Coordinator

Would you like to work in an international environment where you’ll make a difference every day? At Permobil, we’re looking for game-changers to join us as we innovate for individuals and develop the world’s most advanced assistive solutions.

At Permobil, the people who use our products come first. Our purpose is to create advanced assistive solutions that make the lives of adults and children living with disabilities more enriching. Our people are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver innovations that improve lives. We are a sustainable and responsible business committed to continuous improvement, and our customers can trust us to provide market-leading solutions driven by insights-based clinical data.

The Permobil Foundation is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Development Coordinator to support our mission of enhancing the quality of life for individuals with mobility challenges. The Development Coordinator will play a crucial role in overseeing fundraising events, managing grant applications, and cultivating relationships with corporate donors. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful initiatives that make a difference in our community for Permobil’s philanthropic arm, a separate 501c3 entity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Fundraising Events:

Create and execute all components and sponsorship of a new fundraising event that aligns with the foundation’s mission and goals.

Coordinate and execute fundraising events, including logistics, vendor management, volunteer coordination, and post-event evaluations.

Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional materials and strategies for events.

Analyze event outcomes and provide recommendations for future improvements.

Grant Management:

Research and identify potential grant opportunities from foundations and government sources.

Prepare and submit grant proposals, ensuring all deadlines are met and requirements are fulfilled.

Maintain accurate records of grant applications. Working with Associate Executive Director for grant activations: tracking progress and reporting on outcomes.

Corporate Donor Relations:

Build and maintain relationships with corporate partners and potential donors.

Develop and implement strategies to engage corporate donors, including sponsorship opportunities and recognition programs.

Prepare donor communications and impact reports to demonstrate the value of their contributions.

Database Management:

Collaborate with Finance & Program Coordinator on donor and event databases to ensure accurate tracking of contributions and engagement.

Generate reports on fundraising progress and donor activity for internal stakeholders.

Collaboration and Support:

Work closely with the Foundation team and Board of Directors to align fundraising strategies with the foundation’s goals.

Assist in creating a comprehensive fundraising plan, including annual goals and strategies.

Assist with social media activations as it pertains to fundraising initiatives

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree, preferred.

3+ years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or event planning.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent organizational and project management abilities. Ability to wear many hats and solve problems in a fast-paced environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Knowledge of fundraising techniques and strategies.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines and income goals.

Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.

Passion for the mission of the Permobil Foundation and a commitment to serving individuals with mobility disabilities.

Hybrid position opportunity

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with grant writing and management.

Familiarity with corporate fundraising and sponsorship development.

Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment with a remote team.

Additional Notes

The Permobil Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit organization, was established to assist individuals with funding for mobility devices that promote accessibility, inclusion, and empowerment for individuals with mobility disabilities. Through our commitment to community engagement and impactful philanthropy, we strive to make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve so they can live a life with fewer limitations.

Why Permobil is a great next step for you!

1. You’ll make a difference. Every day

   Everything we do leads to understanding and improving the lives of our users. Through our evidence-based innovation, we make a difference to people’s lives.

2. You’ll make your mark as part of our future

   We collaborate with colleagues across borders toInnovate for Individuals. The impact you make personally could lead change around the world.

3. You’ll feel welcome from day one

   We’re known for being great colleagues, who are collaborative, fun and at the cutting-edge. Everyone in the Permobil family cares as much as you do about making a positive difference.

4. You can have a lifestyle you love

   you’re always close to nature, yet never far from civilization. We want everyone who works for us to have a lifestyle they love – at work and beyond.

Who you are

You are passionate, innovative, and ambitious. You want to make a difference for others and feel fulfilled when you can see the link between the work you do and positive improvements in the lives of others. You search out opportunities and are prepared to go off the beaten track to chase your dreams. You don’t follow the herd – you find new ways of working and go where you see potential to make your mark. You are a pioneer, a revolutionary, a game-changer and you are who we’re looking for.

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More about Permobil

Permobil founder Dr. Per Uddén believed that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, Permobil has held fast to that belief. Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users’ needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs.

Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 1900 team members in more than 18 countries around the world. For more information regarding the company’s storied history and complete product line, visit permobil.com.