Development and Fundraising Support Specialist

University of Denver; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center in Colorado is seeking an organized individual to support administration and development activities, including donor records, newsletters, and event coordination.

The role involves data entry, CRM management (Neon One), WordPress upkeep, Canva design tasks, and collaboration with staff and volunteers to advance fundraising and outreach. A detail-oriented, professional team player will thrive in our busy, community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years in administrative, development, or nonprofit support roles.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Support the organization’s social media presence, including content planning, scheduling, posting, monitoring engagement, and ensuring messaging is consistent with the organization’s mission, brand, fundraising priorities, and communications strategy.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace, CRM management tools, and experience with WordPress preferred
• Experience with data entry, reporting, and maintaining accurate financial or donor records
• Familiarity with design tools such as Canva for creating simple materials or graphics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Comfort with technology and ability to learn new platforms
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Reliable transportation for occasional errands such as mail and bank runs

Responsibilities

• File bank deposits and maintain donor and financial records.
• Record deposits in Neon One CRM and file records.
• Assist with newsletters and mailings.
• Prepare donation acknowledgments and grant deliverables.
• Support fundraising campaigns and event sponsorship tracking.
• Coordinate fundraising events and recruit sponsors.
• Provide support at fundraising and outreach events.
• Assist with basic WordPress web maintenance.

Skills

Administrative support

Development support

Nonprofit experience

Social media

CRM management

WordPress

Canva

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Data entry

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Tools

Neon One

WordPress

Canva

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Responsibilities:

Administrative Support:

• Complete and accurately file bank deposits.
• Record deposits and maintain accurate donor and financial records in CTRC's CRM (Neon One).
• File donor and financial records and shred sensitive documents as needed.
• Assist with the compilation of newsletters and other mailings.

Development Support:

• Maintain and accurately record donations in CTRC's donor database (Neon One), ensuring data integrity.
• Prepare and send timely donation acknowledgments.
• Assist with grant deliverables, general sponsorships, and event sponsorship tracking.
• Support fundraising campaigns, including the preparation of materials using Canva or other design tools.
• Assist in the coordination of all fundraising events and activities, including but not limited to soliciting corporate sponsors, gala sponsors, and auction items.
• Provide support at fundraising and outreach events as needed.
• Assist with basic web maintenance (WordPress).

Professional Behavior:

• Represent CTRC in a positive and professional manner
• Maintain safety as CTRC's paramount concern. Place safety first in all actions and activities
• Promote and support an effective team environment, including adherence to Ethical Communication practices with staff, participants, volunteers, and community members
• Demonstrate respect, interest, compassion, and caring for program participants, volunteers, and community members
• Know, and abide by, CTRC's Operating Policies and Procedures
• Know, support, and promote the Mission, Values, and Goals of CTRC
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in administrative, development, or nonprofit support roles
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Support the organization’s social media presence, including content planning, scheduling, posting, monitoring engagement, and ensuring messaging is consistent with the organization’s mission, brand, fundraising priorities, and communications strategy.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace, CRM management tools, and experience with WordPress preferred
• Experience with data entry, reporting, and maintaining accurate financial or donor records
• Familiarity with design tools such as Canva for creating simple materials or graphics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Comfort with technology and ability to learn new platforms
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Reliable transportation for occasional errands such as mail and bank runs
  

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience in fundraising, donor relations, or event coordination
• Experience with Social Media Marketing: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn, TikTok
• Experience reporting and maintaining accurate financial or donor records
• Experience working with a CRM or donor database (experience with Neon One preferred)
• Ability to do basic website management (WordPress) and file management in shared drives (training available for the right candidate)
• Knowledge of or interest in nonprofit administration, equine-assisted services, or therapeutic riding programs
• Experience with event planning

Personal Attributes:

• Positive, professional, and collaborative team player
• Self-motivated, proactive, and dependable
• Good interpersonal skills and a willingness to support staff, volunteers, and community members
• Creative and energetic approach to coordinating and supporting events and other projects
• Commitment to the mission and values of the Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center
• Flexibility and a sense of humor in a busy, community-oriented environment