Development Coordinator

Position Details

• Full-time, exempt
• Annual Salary: $70,304.00 – $75,000

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with individual giving campaigns, including annual and holiday appeals.
• Support donor communications and acknowledgment letters.
• Maintain and update donor database (e.g., DonorPerfect, Constant Contact, or similar CRM).
• Track gifts and donor interactions accurately.
• Researching grant opportunities.
• Cook up logistics for fundraising and community events (e.g., luncheons, donor gatherings, annual events).
• Aid in event planning, including venue coordination, guest lists, materials, and follow-up.
• Represent the organization at community events, outreach opportunities, and presentations as needed.
• Support community engagement efforts and partnerships by attending and/or tabling countywide events.
• Maintain and update donor database (e.g., DonorPerfect, Constant Contact, or similar CRM).
• Ensure accurate entry of gifts, donor records, and interactions.
• Aid in generating reports for internal tracking and external stakeholders.
• Support data collection for annual reports, newsletters, and fundraising campaigns.
• Event attendee follow-up.
• Provide administrative support to development-related board activities.
• Attend board meetings and provide development-related updates.
• Support onboarding and engagement of board members in fundraising efforts.
• Aid in updates to the website and digital platforms.
• Sustain and update donor database (e.g., DonorPerfect, Constant Contact, or similar CRM).
• Support email campaigns and newsletters (e.g., Constant Contact).
• Help develop, maintain, and organize marketing collateral and donor communication materials.

Qualifications

• Required:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in nonprofit development, communications, marketing, administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Google Workspace.
• Preferred:
• 3-5 years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or related field.
• Familiarity with donor databases (e.g., DonorPerfect or similar CRM).
• Experience supporting events, campaigns, or community outreach.
• Basic knowledge of fundraising principles and donor relations.

Core Competencies

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Exercises independent judgment in day-to-day tasks and project coordination, while working under the guidance of the Executive Director on strategic priorities and decision-making.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• High level of initiative and reliability.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• A positive, flexible, and “can-do” attitude.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Successful completion of background and reference checks.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet insurance requirements (if applicable).

How to Apply

• Please submit a resume, cover letter, and 1–2 relevant writing samples (e.g., appeal letters, donor communications, or similar materials), and three professional references.