Development Coordinator: Donor Relations & Events

Jewish Family Services of Greenwich; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Family Services of Greenwich is seeking a Development Coordinator to support fundraising operations, including donor relations, CRM management, events, prospect research, and grants administration. You will work closely with the Chief Community Engagement Officer to steward a donor portfolio.

A bachelor's degree and at least two years in nonprofit development are required. Strong communications, analytics, and project management skills are essential; grant-writing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a nonprofit development department.
• Experience with donor databases and fundraising software; tech-savvy and adaptable.
• Highly motivated, self-starter able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Professional, detail-oriented with strong interpersonal and communications skills.
• Grant writing experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• CRM Management — Manage all aspects of donations, donor acknowledgement, reporting, lists, data hygiene.
• Special Events — Assist with planning and execution of the annual gala, working closely with the event committee, and smaller events.
• Prospect Research — Identify new individual, foundation, and corporate prospects.
• Annual Revenue Goals - Collaborate with the team and Board of Directors to meet or exceed annual revenue goals.
• Grants Management — Support foundation research, prepare proposals and reports, while maintaining standard materials.
• Assist the CCEO with: Donor stewardship and retention; Board of Directors communications; Institutional giving and corporate sponsorships; Planned giving.

Skills

Donor relations

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Donor database management

Fundraising software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Jewish Family Services of Greenwich is seeking a Development Coordinator to support fundraising operations, including donor relations, CRM management, events, prospect research, and grants administration. You will work closely with the Chief Community Engagement Officer to steward a donor portfolio.

A bachelor's degree and at least two years in nonprofit development are required. Strong communications, analytics, and project management skills are essential; grant-writing experience is a plus.