Development Coordinator

Children; Palmers Hill (CT); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous Time Off (up to 15 vacation,

12 sick days + 3 personal days

Federal Holidays

Weather related closings

Medical/Dental/Life Insurance

401k with Employer Match

OSHA and Mandated Reporter Training

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Résumé du poste

Children’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County (CLC) in Stamford, CT is seeking a Development Coordinator to provide essential operational and administrative support to the development team. You will process gifts, issue tax receipts, and maintain donor records, while helping plan and execute fundraising events.

The role offers strong collaboration with the Chief Development Officer and cross‑functional team members, requiring organization, discretion with donor data, and a commitment to CLC’s

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of administrative or operations experience in nonprofit/education/mission-driven settings.
• Working knowledge of a CRM or donor database; Salesforce experience preferred.
• Some experience with event planning or logistics coordination.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.

Responsabilités

• Gift Processing and Database Support: process donations, issue receipts, update donor records.
• Events and Volunteers: provide logistics support for fundraising events and coordinate volunteer opportunities.
• Administrative Support: process expenses, support team meetings, and assist the CEO as needed.

Connaissances

Detail-oriented

Highly organized

Communication

Outils

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Description du poste

LOCATION: Stamford, CTREPORTS TO: Chief Development OfficerAbout UsChildren’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County (CLC) is committed to providing early childhood education for all families, with direct services and programs focused on health, nutrition, and family support for children 6 weeks to 5 years of age. Since 1902, CLC has been a cornerstone of the community. CLC is Stamford’s largest early childhood education program, serving over 800 families a year. We provide exceptional early learning experiences in a safe and loving environment that allows children to grow and learn. One third of every incoming kindergarten class in Stamford Public Schools is made up of CLC graduates. CLC’s decades of care have shaped the city and its residents, improving lives for thousands of families across generations. Care work makes all other work possible. When parents and caregivers feel confident dropping their child off, they can focus on pursuing their goals, meeting their family’s needs, and advancing their careers. This benefits the local economy, creates a stronger workforce, and builds brighter economic futures for both parents and children.About the RoleThe Development Coordinator provides essential operational and administrative support to CLC’s development team. The Coordinator is responsible for processing gifts and ensuring donors receive timely acknowledgment, supports the planning and execution of fundraising events, and helps keep the team’s day-to-day work organized and on track. Gift processing and donor acknowledgments are the primary focus of the role. The Coordinator reports to the Chief Development Officer and receives day-to-day guidance on gift operations from the Manager, Institutional Giving and Development Operations. The Coordinator also works closely with the Director of Donor Engagement and the Marketing and Communications Manager. This role is well suited to someone who is highly organized, takes pride in accurate work, and is energized by being part of a mission-driven team.Core responsibilities include:Gift Processing and Database Support• Accurately process donations and prepare timely tax receipts and acknowledgment letters, consistent with established procedures• Update donor records as needed to maintain contacts and accounts• Run existing lists and reports to support appeals, stewardship, and eventsEvents and Volunteers• Provide logistical support for fundraising and donor events, in partnership with the development team and event consultants• Coordinate corporate and community volunteer opportunities• Attend and support events; some evenings and weekends may be requiredAdministrative Support• Process expenses and payments for the development team• Support team meetings and project tracking• Provide development-related administrative support to the CEO as neededThe ideal candidate will be:• Detail-oriented, with a commitment to accurate and thorough work• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities• A reliable, positive, and collaborative team member• Respectful, friendly, and responsive in communication with donors, volunteers, and colleagues• Discreet in handling donor and financial information• Committed to the belief that early childhood education is a foundation for lifelong learning, equity, and opportunityRequired experience includes:• 2–3 years of administrative or operations experience, ideally in a nonprofit, education, or mission-driven setting• Working knowledge of a CRM or donor database; Salesforce experience preferred• Some experience with event planning or logistics coordination• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google WorkspaceBenefits:Generous Time Off: up to 15 vacation and 12 sick days earned per year, 3 personal daysFederal HolidaysWeek between Christmas and New Year's DayWeather related closingsMedical/Dental/Life Insurance401k with Employer MatchOSHA and Mandated Reporter TrainingEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)