Development Coordinator

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hudson County; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boys & Girls Club of Newark is seeking a Development Coordinator to support fundraising by managing donor records, drafting communications, and assisting with grants. This full-time, on-site role is based in Newark, NJ and collaborates with program and finance staff to tell impact stories.

The ideal candidate will have strong writing, communications, and project management skills, experience with donor databases or CRMs, and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (such as Nonprofit Management, Communications, or Marketing) or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with office software, donor databases or CRM systems, and basic data tracking and reporting.
• Strong Communication and Writing skills for donor outreach, documentation, and storytelling.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage donor records and acknowledgments; ensure timely, accurate communications.
• Prepare donor communications, appeal letters, and impact reports.
• Assist with grant applications, reports, and donor stewardship activities.
• Plan and coordinate events, campaigns, and outreach activities with timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate with program and finance staff to gather data and success stories; draft marketing content.

Skills

Communication

Writing

Customer service

Project management

Fundraising

Collaboration

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Donor CRM

Job description

Company Description

The Boys & Girls Club of Newark (BGCN) is dedicated to helping young people, especially those facing the greatest challenges, reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible adults. The organization strives to provide a world-class Club Experience that makes success attainable for every young person who participates in its programs. BGCN focuses on supporting members to graduate from high school with a clear plan for their future, while encouraging good character, citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. Team members join a mission-driven environment that values youth development, community impact, and long-term positive outcomes for Newark’s young people.

Role Description

The Development Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role based in Newark, NJ. This position supports fundraising and development efforts through managing donor records, preparing correspondence and acknowledgments, and assisting with grant applications and reports. The Development Coordinator helps plan and coordinate special events, campaigns, and outreach activities, ensuring timelines, budgets, and logistics are well organized. Day-to-day responsibilities include communicating with donors and partners, providing customer service to stakeholders, and collaborating with program and finance staff to gather data and success stories. The role also involves drafting written materials such as appeal letters, impact reports, and marketing content to advance BGCN’s mission and visibility.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Communication and Writing skills for donor outreach, documentation, and storytelling.
• Candidates should possess Customer Service skills to engage donors, partners, and community members in a professional and responsive manner.
• Candidates should possess Project Management skills to coordinate events, campaigns, and development initiatives effectively.
• Candidates should possess Fundraising skills, including experience with donor stewardship, campaigns, or grant support.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (such as Nonprofit Management, Communications, or Marketing), or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with office software, donor databases or CRM systems, and basic data tracking and reporting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams, maintain confidentiality, and manage multiple priorities.
• Interest in youth development, community-based work, and the mission of Boys & Girls Club of Newark.