Development Coordinator

NC Community Colleges; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lenoir Community College Foundation seeks a Development Coordinator to lead planning, execution, and management of events and donor engagement in the community. The role supports awareness-building and fundraising initiatives through collaboration with the Institutional Advancement Office.

The coordinator will organize high-profile events, manage volunteer committees, develop sponsorships, and cultivate new donors while coordinating with college staff and external partners to maximize impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or preferred for consideration.
• 3+ years in nonprofit development, fundraising, or related field preferred.
• Experience coordinating volunteers, committees, or community activities preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn professional software.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently or on a team.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with donors, volunteers, and community partners.
• Valid NC driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Passport Application Acceptance Training Course with score of 90%+.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement Foundation fundraising events including Golf Classic and other major events.
• Develop annual fundraising calendar with timelines, meetings, sponsorship deadlines, and milestones.
• Coordinate active volunteer committees, recruit members, assign responsibilities, and follow up on activities.
• Encourage sponsorships, solicit donations, recruit participants, and promote events.
• Develop fundraising goals and cultivate relationships with businesses and individuals.
• Identify, cultivate, and sign new donors through research and community engagement.
• Assist with donor recognition, stewardship, and communications.
• Prepare fundraising communications such as letters, brochures, and sponsorship proposals.
• Recruit and train volunteers and ambassadors for events.
• Collaborate with Institutional Advancement to implement annual fund solicitations and campaigns.
• Monitor budgets, revenues, expenses, and evaluate results for improvements.
• Prepare reports on fundraising activities and event results.
• Coordinate with Marketing to promote activities and recognize partners.
• Maintain positive relationships with college staff, students, donors, and community partners.
• Assist with passport applications and related duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Institutional Advancement.

Skills

Nonprofit development

Fundraising

Event planning

Donor relations

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Professional software

Organizational skills

Communication

Driver's license

Passport training

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by a federally recognized institutional accreditor

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by a federally recognized institutional accreditor
• Three years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, event planning, donor relations, or a related field preferred
• Experience coordinating volunteers, committees, or community activities preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn and use professional software applications
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with donors, volunteers, business leaders, College personnel, and community organizations
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid North Carolina driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record
• Must be able to score 90% or higher on the Passport Application Acceptance Training Course

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by a federally recognized institutional accreditor
• Three years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, event planning, donor relations, or a related field preferred
• Experience coordinating volunteers, committees, or community activities preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn and use professional software applications
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with donors, volunteers, business leaders, College personnel, and community organizations
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid North Carolina driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record
• Must be able to score 90% or higher on the Passport Application Acceptance Training Course

Position Description

The Development Coordinator will provide leadership and professional expertise in the planning, implementation, and management of Lenoir Community College Foundation events. This position also supports the work of the Foundation in developing awareness by individuals, organizations, and businesses in the community. The Development Coordinator is an integral member of the development team and helps support all the functions of the Institutional Advancement Office.

The duties of the Development Coordinator include, but are not limited to:

• Plan, organize, and implement Foundation fundraising events, including the annual Golf Classic, tennis tournament, President’s Reception, Performing Arts Series, and other special events
• Develop and maintain an annual fundraising and special events calendar that includes planning timelines, committee meetings, sponsorship deadlines, and event milestones
• Organize and maintain active volunteer committees for Foundation fundraising events. Recruit committee members, establish expectations, coordinate meetings, assign responsibilities, and follow up on fundraising activities
• Encourage committee members to actively participate in securing sponsorships, soliciting donations, recruiting participants, and promoting fundraising events
• Develop fundraising goals and sponsorship opportunities and cultivate relationships with businesses, organizations, and individuals to increase financial support for Foundation initiatives
• Identify, cultivate, and acquire new donors through research, solicitation efforts, and community engagement
• Assist with donor recognition, stewardship, acknowledgments, and communications to encourage continued support
• Prepare effective fundraising communications, including appeal letters, brochures, newsletters, sponsorship proposals, and other promotional materials
• Recruit, train, schedule, and coordinate volunteers and LCC Ambassadors for Foundation events and fundraising activities
• Work collaboratively with Institutional Advancement staff to develop and implement annual fund solicitations, fundraising campaigns, and donor engagement activities
• Monitor event budgets, revenues, and expenses; evaluate fundraising results, including net proceeds; and recommend opportunities for improvement
• Prepare reports and updates regarding fundraising activities, sponsorships, committee participation, and event results
• Collaborate with the College’s Marketing and Communications Department to promote Foundation activities and recognize donors, sponsors, and community partners
• Maintain positive working relationships with college employees, students, donors, volunteers, and the community
• Assist with passport applications and associated duties as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Institutional Advancement

Working Conditions

• Typical office environment
• Frequently sitting at a desk or workstation using a telephone, computer, keyboard, and mouse; some standing and walking
• Must be able to lift and move 35 pounds or more
• Evening and/or weekend hours are required as necessary
• Ability to participate in fund-raising events with long-term exposure to heat and cold

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Lenoir Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College complies with existing federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. The College prohibits discrimination against and/or exclusion from participation in any benefits or activities by any person, either on the staff and faculty or in the student body, on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, or disability.