Development Coordinator

Georgia Innocence Project; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking a detail-oriented Development Coordinator to support fundraising efforts. This full-time role involves researching grant opportunities, drafting compelling content, and engaging with donors. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the criminal legal system and experience in nonprofit communications. You will play a key role in driving our mission forward while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work environment. Join a dedicated team committed to correcting wrongful convictions and making a real impact in the community.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in fundraising or nonprofit communications required.
• Demonstrated success in formal writing and proposal preparation.

Responsibilities

• Research and write grant materials for various funders.
• Draft digital content for newsletters and social media.
• Support donor engagement and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Fundraising

Grant Writing

Communication Skills

Project Management

Creative Writing

Research Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Asana

Canva

Mailchimp

WordPress

Job description

Summary: Georgia Innocence Project (GIP) is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to correcting and preventing wrongful convictions in Georgia, primarily by providing pro bono legal services to people convicted of serious crimes that they did not commit. Georgia Innocence Project is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy Development Coordinator with exceptional writing skills and a passion for the criminal legal system to help communicate our mission and drive our fundraising efforts forward. We aim to bring this new member onto our team by July 1, 2025.

This full-time, entry-level position reports to the Development Manager and will play a key role in supporting our growing development department. This position requires 2-3 days each week in our Atlanta office and allows for remote work for the other days. Occasionally, work on evenings and weekends may be required for events and deadlines. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to build a long-term career in nonprofit fundraising, with a focus on grant writing, communications, donor engagement, and administrative support.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Grants and Foundations (45%)

• Research potential funders—track down new grant opportunities that align with our mission and programs using online tools, networks, and databases.
• Write and edit grant materials for government, corporate, and private foundations, including compelling narratives, budgets, reports, and supporting documents.
• Support grant strategy development by helping the Executive Director and Development Manager identify annual grant priorities and develop approaches to high-potential funders.
• Own the grants calendar—maintain deadlines, submission timelines, reporting dates, and proposal progress across all active and prospective grants.
• Manage foundation communications—log correspondence, save key documents, and help ensure personalized and timely follow-up with funders.
• Coordinate across departments to gather data, stories, financials, and other materials needed for applications and reports.
• Track and report grant impact by helping compile program updates, outcome metrics, and success stories.
• Ensure grant compliance and organization-wide alignment by working closely with the Development Manager to monitor deliverables and keep internal teams on track
• Help improve our systems by keeping grant files tidy, templates up-to-date, and processes streamlined for the future.

Content Creation and Delivery (45%)

• Draft and manage donor-facing content and media for digital communications including email newsletters, fundraising appeals, blog and social media posts, and website updates.
• Ensure the website remains accurate, up to date, and aligned with GIP’s brand and messaging.
• Help develop storytelling materials by collaborating with key stakeholders to spotlight powerful stories of impact while ensuring experiences are told accurately and respectfully
• Track basic metrics and engagement (e.g., email open rates, social media interactions) to help assess trends in engagement and where we can improve.
• Assist with campaign strategy and creative brainstorming for print and digital fundraising efforts throughout the year.
• Support the execution of fundraising campaigns by contributing copy, graphics, and creative ideas that align with campaign goals.
• Pitch in with event communications, such as promotional materials, event recap emails, or live social content from mission-related events.

General Development Team Support (10%)

• Support signature events like our annual fundraiser and Wrongful Conviction Day gatherings—help with sponsorship, planning, promotion, logistics, day-of support, and follow-up
• Assist with donor research and outreach prep—help identify prospective major donors or community partners and gather background information for meetings or mailings
• Maintain accurate donor records by supporting data entry, clean-up, and documentation in Bloomerang, our donor database
• Help with donor stewardship—assist with mailings, thank-you notes, and other ways we show appreciation to the folks who support our work
• Contribute to team meetings and brainstorms—share your ideas and voice in regular planning sessions and strategy conversations
• Provide regular updates to and perform other duties as assigned by the Development Manager

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
• 1–3 years of experience in fundraising, development, marketing, or nonprofit communications
• Demonstrated success in formal writing, reporting, and proposal preparation
• Nonprofit or mission-driven organization experience strongly preferred

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong and adaptable creative writing ability, especially for digital and print collateral
• Comfortable interacting with donors, funders, sponsors, and stakeholders with discretion and professionalism at all levels
• Ability to give and receive feedback with humility and professionalism
• Passion for writing, storytelling, and engaging content —especially when it’s rooted in purpose and impact

Organizational & Technical Skills

• Strong project management skills such as attention to detail, accuracy, and time management
• Tech-savvy with the ability to quickly learn new systems and platforms with AI; Experience with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Asana, Canva, Mailchimp, and Social Media Sites preferred
• Experience in maintaining websites; Wordpress experience is preferred

Georgia Innocence Project is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly value a diverse workforce and inclusive culture for all employees. We believe more effective solutions for fighting wrongful convictions are created by fostering a community of people who come together as their authentic selves - with different identities, perspectives, and experiences - all united under a common mission to bring loved ones home. As such, please consider applying even if you may not meet all of the qualifications, but are very passionate about our mission. We are committed to reviewing every application with intention, and to thoughtfully consider the relevance of your experiences and passion for this role.

How To Apply

Please complete this linked application form or navigate to georgiainnocenceproject.org/about/hiring. For the application, we require you to submit a resume or CV, a cover letter, and samples of your writing and content creation (ideally, these samples would include examples of your formal and creative writing skills and content creation/design). Please combine all submitted documents into one pdf file.