Development Coordinator

About the Role

HOPE 4 Youth is hiring a Development Coordinator to assist with fundraising, donor and partner engagement, and special events while working closely with the Associate Director to help sustain and grow the organization’s impact.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and submission of grant proposals and applications, including tracking deadlines and managing funder portals.
• Maintain the grants calendar and assist with required funder reports.
• Help maintain accurate records and internal reports in shared systems.
• Assist with public funding contracts, proposals, and reporting.
• Process in-kind donations and ensure timely acknowledgements and receipts.
• Serve as a knowledgeable user of the donor and volunteer database, including helping train staff as needed.
• Track fundraising activity and assist with regular development reports.
• Support the agency development plan to strengthen fundraising and organizational visibility.
• Assist with donor-facing activities such as special events, outreach efforts, and mailings.
• Support the Leadership Team in stewarding long-standing and new organizational partners.
• Track and help grow relationships with corporate partners, including employee giving and matching gift opportunities.
• Assist with event sponsorship cultivation and secure in-kind support for events and campaigns.
• Manage event-related data in the donor database and track key metrics to inform future efforts.
• Support donor recognition efforts through timely thank-you letters and acknowledgements.
• Help improve database workflows and automation.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or equivalent knowledge gained through alternative education and lived experience.
• Previous experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting data in ways that are accurate, thoughtful, and meaningful.
• Familiarity with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems (Giveffect experience preferred).
• Knowledge of the human services nonprofit sector (prior nonprofit experience preferred).
• A foundational understanding of fundraising strategies and an eagerness to continue learning and growing in this area.
• Strong organizational and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to think critically, pay close attention to detail, and organize ideas, materials, and workflows effectively.
• The ability to explain complex information in clear, accessible ways to a variety of audiences.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines well in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to quickly learn new technology and systems.
• The ability to work well both independently and collaboratively, contributing positively to diverse team environments.
• A cooperative, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to support coworkers, supervisors, volunteers, and clients.
• The ability to attend events and networking opportunities outside of regular office hours as needed.
• A valid driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and the ability to meet H4Y’s driving record requirements.

Please note that if the license was not issued in the state of Minnesota, you have 60 days after becoming a Minnesota resident in which to apply for your Minnesota driver's license or permit.