Development Coordinator

About the role

The Development Coordinator provides administrative and program support to the Reunion and Volunteer Giving team in the Development and Alumni Relations division. This position is responsible for various tasks including scheduling meetings, submitting expense reports, managing data entry, and compiling reports on reunion and volunteer activities.

Responsibilities

• Schedules staff or volunteer meetings
• Submits expense reports
• Prepares documents and presentations
• Manages reunion and volunteer data entry
• Aids in volunteer or donor follow-up
• Compiles weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc reports on reunion campaign metrics, volunteer engagement, and gift officer outcomes
• Works closely with the Annual Giving team and campus partners to achieve reunion and volunteer giving program goals

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in an administrative position
• Professional interaction with all levels of staff and leadership
• Extensive professional interaction with all levels of staff and leadership that are internal and external to an organization

Skills

• Proficient computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software and email applications
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
• Advanced organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Prioritization and multitasking abilities
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with Blackbaud CRM or other advancement system
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle, Workday, etc.)
• Experience in online accounting and transaction vouchering

Preferences

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years of related experience
• Experience in a fundraising environment in an educational or non-profit organization
• High level of maturity and emotional intelligence with capability of exercising good judgment
• Familiarity with fundraising database software and recordkeeping
• Experience in online accounting and transaction vouchering
• Experience in a PC Windows environment
• Experience in ERP systems (Oracle, Workday, etc.)
• Experience in online accounting and transaction vouchering

Workplace Requirements

This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change. Non-Exempt (hourly) positions under FLSA are eligible for overtime.