PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Development Coordinator will report to the CPO to manage fundraising income through campaigns targeting foundations, corporations, civic groups and individual donors within the community. Under the direction of the CPO, the Development Coordinator assists in planning of and coordinates special events and campaigns that meet program or fundraising goals. Evaluates and reports results with recommendations for modifying events and campaigns to improve success. Writes foundation and corporate fundraising requests. In carrying out these duties the Development Coordinator will work closely with the CPO and senior staff to provide coordination, planning and implementation of special events and fundraising campaigns; and coordinates with staff in seeking grant funds.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Strategic Planning

1. Contribute to the planning and implementation of the strategic plan regarding activities relating to donor solicitations and other club fundraising efforts.

2. Utilize donor database to research, analyze and provide recommendations to Club leadership to achieve planned goals.

Resource Development

3. Ensure a productive working environment, providing staff support to Club management on fundraising campaigns and events.

4. Contribute to attaining financial support:

write foundation and corporate sponsorship proposals to support budgeted event and campaign goals;

work with club management to solicit corporations and civic groups for donations and other support; and

coordinate and implement campaign and special fundraising events in alignment with the established Resource Development Plan.

Resource Management

5. Manage administrative and operational systems to:

track fundraising income and expenses involved in implementing all special events, compile income status reports and variance reports; and

recognize contributions with acknowledgment letters and special recognition events.

6. Identify and recruit corporate sponsors to underwrite event expenses or to donate gifts, cash or in-kind services to minimize expenses.

7. Assists in mailings, writes follow up letters and enters necessary data regarding club donors.

8. Ensure effective program implementation and administration, making sure all event and related logistics and support activities are carried out as scheduled.

9. Evaluate success of special events, as determined by appropriate measures such as attendance, revenues generated, public relations activity, enrollment in Club programs, etc.

10. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required or as assigned.

Marketing and Public Relations

11. Participate in Club development activities and maintain the public trust.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

12. Maintain donor and grant information in designated tracking systems, verifying data is accurate and up to date. Use the tracking systems to pull and analyze data and make recommendations based on best practices in resource development.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Maintains close daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer) and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines/instructions; instruct; and advise/counsel.

External: Maintains contact with current and prospective community partners and the general public to give and obtain information, either in response to inquiries or as instructed by supervisor.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.

A minimum of two years of resource development work experience in a Boys or Girls Club or similar not-for-profit organization with an emphasis on fundraising, event planning, and donor data management.

Ability to organize and coordinate fundraising operations.

Knowledge of accessing and utilizing donor and grant databases.

Experience working with cross-functional teams and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Club staff, board members, volunteers, community groups and other related agencies.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and solve problems with limited supervision.

Proficient in Microsoft Office software.

Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Strong oral and written communication skills, both verbal and written.

Ability to work in a loud fast-paced environment.

Able to maintain strict confidentiality.

Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications.

Mandatory mandated reporter and abuse prevention training.

Ability to pass a drug and background screening.

Valid State Drivers License or ability to get to all sites quickly and independently.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Normal internal office environment and loud fast-paced Club environment. The model Director of Development will thrive in an extraordinarily fast-paced environment that features constant change, flexibility and a need to be innovative and creative. This position requires employee flexibility, patience and ability to problem-solve and innovate.

Physical requirements include: sight, hearing, standing, and other physical requirements needed to complete essential functions of the position and other duties as assigned. This position may require periodic lifting and the ability to carry 35 pounds.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Flexible work from home options available.