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Jessica R. Gordon, MPA

912 Savannah Road, Lewes,Del.

Summary

Creative professional with extensive experience in non-profit development, communications and project coordination. Innovative self-starter and skilled writer dedicated to aligning organization objectives with client service outcomes and community advancement.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Philanthropy Officer, Southern Delaware

Delaware Community Foundation
11.2023 - Current
  • Collaborate with potential funders to establish philanthropic interests and goals
  • Coordinate with non-profits throughout the state to assess needs, discover current programs and initiatives, and inform potential funders
  • Enhance the role of philanthropy throughout the community by building relationships with individuals, non-profits, businesses and professional advisors

Communications Project Coordinator

Beebe Healthcare
06.2022 - 11.2023
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows
  • Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments
  • Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments
  • Gathered requirements for ongoing projects and organized details for management use

Academic Program Coordinator

University Of Delaware
06.2019 - 05.2020
  • Advised approximately 135 students regarding course load, degree requirements and graduation procedures
  • Worked with faculty and staff to coordinate courses and curricula and implement school-wide policies and programs
  • Contributed to graduate and undergraduate committee work to create new classes, update curricula, address student issues, organize school programs and coordinate special projects

Creative Director

Minds Over Matter Initiative
01.2014 - 06.2021
  • One of six co-founders who brainstormed, planned and created this nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing mindfulness training to the local community
  • Partnered with schools, organizations and companies to create mutually beneficial programs focused on the principles of mindfulness
  • Crafted and coordinated all marketing materials including web content, magazine features and outreach videos
  • Worked with graphic and web designers and social media strategists to maximize publicity and expand our reach
  • Lead classes and professional development sessions

Writer

Delaware Beach Life Magazine
01.2013 - 09.2018
  • Wrote and edited more than 60 feature stories and briefs for monthly magazine with community focus
  • Interviewed subjects and organized material, determining area of emphasis
  • Authored stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
  • Responded constructively to direction and feedback from editors
  • Wrote in several styles and voices

Development Officer

Beebe Medical Foundation
11.2007 - 09.2011
  • Assisted the Executive Director and Board of Directors in the design, implementation and execution of an $8 million capital campaign
  • Created visual presentations and printed materials for campaign marketing
  • Organized and managed campaign infrastructure including volunteer management, office procedures and gift acceptance policies
  • Assisted in the solicitation of major individual gifts
  • Researched prospective major donors and sponsors, cultivated relationships and implemented stewardship programs
  • Raised more than $90k in sponsorships and underwriting for both of the Foundation's major fundraisers for three consecutive years

Education

Master of Science - Public Administration

Wilmington University
New Castle, Del.
2006

Bachelor of Arts - English - Journalism

University of Delaware
Newark, Del.
2000

Skills

  • Project Coordination
  • Strategic Planning
  • Donor/Client Development
  • Community Outreach
  • Volunteer Leadership
  • Program Management
  • Strategic Marketing
  • Fundraising Implementation
  • Brand Messaging
  • Copywriting & Editing
  • Grant Writing
  • Social Media Management
  • Public Relations
  • Event Planning
  • Extraordinary Attention to Detail
  • Exceptional Written & Verbal Communication Skills

Certification

  • Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Jordan Johnson)
  • Certificate in Social Media Management (University of Delaware)
  • Certificate in Grant Writing (Delaware Technical & Community College)
  • Certificate in Mindful Communication (Mindful Schools)
  • First Place Award (Feature Story - Magazine), 2023 Delaware Press Association Communications Contest
  • Silver Award (General Feature 35,000 or less Circulation), 2023 International Regional Media Association Awards
  • Second Place Award (Feature Story, Magazine/ Newsletter), 2023 National Federation of Press Women Professional Contest
  • First Place Award (Specialty Articles - Education), 2018 Delaware Press Association Communications Contest
  • Second Place Award (Personality Profile, 500 words or more), 2017 Delaware Press Association Communications Contest
  • Second Place Award (Personality Profile, 500 words or more), 2016 Delaware Press Association Communications Contest

Timeline

Philanthropy Officer, Southern Delaware

Delaware Community Foundation
11.2023 - Current

Communications Project Coordinator

Beebe Healthcare
06.2022 - 11.2023

Academic Program Coordinator

University Of Delaware
06.2019 - 05.2020

Creative Director

Minds Over Matter Initiative
01.2014 - 06.2021

Writer

Delaware Beach Life Magazine
01.2013 - 09.2018

Development Officer

Beebe Medical Foundation
11.2007 - 09.2011

Master of Science - Public Administration

Wilmington University

Bachelor of Arts - English - Journalism

University of Delaware

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