A Cover Letter & Resume Are Required To Apply

JOB SUMMARY:

The Development Coordinator will build relationships through interpersonal connections, manage grant and foundation cultivation, and manage and execute projects designed to cultivate passionate followers of DePaul by inviting charitable contributions through individual donations, grants, corporate sponsorships, planned gifts, and events. Responsibilities include research and prospect identification, cultivation and communication, proposal development, donor stewardship, database management, communications and outreach activities, and development-related volunteer relations. This person must be able to represent the organization well in the community and work collaboratively in all settings.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

The Development Coordinator will report directly to the Director of Development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

This list is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of job responsibilities. The distribution of time allotted for any function or duty is subject to change with or without notice. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign other responsibilities to this job or reassign them elsewhere at any time.

Donor Cultivation

Assist all major areas of donor cultivation, including annual funds, planned giving, and recognition.

Assist in maintaining the donor database, ensuring it is used to measure performance and care for key relationships.

Ensure the accuracy and organization of donor records and reports in the donor data

Assist in the acknowledgement of all gifts and donations.

Ensure all donors are kept up to date with DePaul activities and events.

Assist in reconciling donor records.

Assists with the distribution and communication of the Neighborhood Assistance Program tax credits.

Grant Management

Maintain relationships with funding organizations and individuals through regular communication and reporting to ensure ongoing support.

Perform research, prospect identification, and proposal development.

Work closely with the Director of Development to develop compelling applications and funding requests.

Provide reporting on existing and prospective opportunities.

Assist in compliance as required by grant award documentation.

Department / Organization Strategy and Vision

Attend community meetings, events, and business organizations to build a network and foster community relationships.

Foster an understanding of philanthropy within the organization.

Represent DePaul Community Resources at public events.

Provide guidance in the identification and pursuit of potential community partnerships and funding opportunities that will strengthen DePaul’s mission and further our strategic vision.

Assist in planning, executing, and evaluating fundraising events and activities.

Collaborate with the marketing and development teams to create and update collateral materials that support gift cultivation.

Serve as an active and contributing member of the Marketing and Development team, as well as any other assigned teams, and support the work of each.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & OTHER CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED:

Knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics (KSAOs) are attributes required to perform a job that are demonstrated through qualifying training, education, and experience. This list is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of all KSAOs for this job.

Knowledge of:

The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Methodologies and resources used to assess the needs of the listener or audience to share information or engage in ongoing communication.

Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, and virtual meeting applications such as Zoom, WebEx, Google Meet.

Applicable safety requirements.

Program planning and implementation, qualitative and quantitative performance analysis, and return on investment measurement techniques.

Marketing principles, including promotion, fundraising, and public relations.

DePaul's policies, procedures, and standard practices, and the rules and guidelines established by regulatory and governing agencies.

Skill/Ability to:

Give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate times.

Demonstrate verbal and written communication and body language that conveys information, ideas, or inquiries effectively and concisely, that purveys professional composure, emotional intelligence, thoughtfulness, patience, and respect amidst change, ambiguity, and within the daily trajectories of work.

Demonstrate the use of logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Demonstrate ability to negotiate, mediate, facilitate, mentor, and coach.

Manage the distribution of work, priorities, and projects for the department while simultaneously maintaining high-quality work product.

Public speaking and delivering presentations to individuals and groups.

Manage multiple priorities and complete assignments on time, accurately, and with attention to detail.

Work collaboratively within a team environment and build strategic relations with coworkers, management, community partners, and business associates.

Communicate and interact effectively with members of the public.

Communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

Make arithmetical computations and tabulations.

Analyze complex data and develop plans to address identified issues.

Operate a computer and proficient in using databases, electronic records systems, virtual meeting software, internet, department or program-specific software, and MS Office Suite applications, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Analyze and prepare concise and accurate documents, reports, and correspondence.

Effectively market the programs and services of the department.

Exercise sound judgment and critical thinking in decision-making and solving various work-related situations.

Learn and adhere to policies, procedures, and guidelines established by DePaul, professional organizations, governing agencies, and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of responsibility.

Assist with the general upkeep and cleaning of office areas and agency vehicles.

Other Characteristics:

Demonstrate self-awareness, ongoing self-evaluation, and a commitment to being part of a diverse, equitable, respectful, and inclusive workplace where all people are valued.

Demonstrate professional composure in difficult and stressful situations.

Demonstrate the FIRST (fairness, integrity, respect, safety, trust) values in the daily trajectories of work.

Demonstrate professionalism regarding access to sensitive and confidential information related to employees, clients, and business records, with no disclosure to others without needing to know

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY: A Bachelor's degree or Commensurate Experience with four years of experience in fundraising, or related business development and marketing experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described herein represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the position. The employee regularly works in an office environment and occasionally in the field. Work is generally completed regularly during weekdays; however, daily work hours may vary, and occasionally, weekend and evening hours may be needed. Completion of job duties outside of normally scheduled hours may be required. Work is subject to frequent interruptions, and noise levels vary based on the work locations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described herein are representative of those that an employee in this position must meet, with or without reasonable accommodations, to perform the essential functions successfully. Physical activities required are finger dexterity necessary to operate equipment used in the position, effective communication and seeing or hearing verbal cues. Walking from one-third to two-thirds of the time, sitting from one-third to two-thirds of the time, standing from one-third to two-thirds of the time, bending from one-third to two-thirds of the time, stooping rarely, lifting/pushing/pulling no more than ten pounds is required. When accessing various locations, the incumbent must climb stairs and ramps. This position requires driving approximately twenty percent of the employee's working time to various locations. Public transportation may not be available. Individuals needing reasonable accommodations should speak with their immediate supervisor/hiring manager.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS: After receiving a conditional job offer, the following may be required: a current DMV driving record with results that comply with insurer guidelines; a drug and alcohol screening with satisfactory results stipulated by applicable governing, funding, or regulatory agencies; and a criminal and child protective services background report. The applicant shall not have been convicted of any barrier crime(s) on the criminal background report. The applicant will have no founded disposition of child abuse or neglect as documented by the Child Protective Services background report.

NOTE: This description provides information about the essential functions of the designated job and the general nature and level of work associated with it. It should not be interpreted to describe all the duties whose performance may be required of such employees or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments such an individual may be given.

DePaul is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Participant.

Flexible work from home options available.