Development Coordinator: Donor Relations & Events

Children's National Hospital; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Children's National Hospital in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Development Assistant to support the fundraising team within the Foundation, working with a development officer to coordinate events and donor communications. The role involves data entry in the donor database, preparing letters and reports, assisting with major gifts, and handling logistics for community events.

Bachelor's degree required; strong writing and Microsoft Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must show evidence of good writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Desire to work and grow in this profession is essential.
• Strong writing, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills necessary.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; willingness to learn Raiser's Edge, Convio, InDesign, and Donor Drive.
• Must be detail-oriented, able to work independently and collaborate with others.
• Flexible, courteous, patient, and positive; an enthusiastic team player.
• Able to adapt to changing situations and produce prompt, effective results.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Development officer(s) to plan and execute fundraising events.
• Contact vendors to manage events and track expenses.
• Support planning trustee campaign council, including data entry and meeting notes.
• Provide support for development visits and prepare solicitation materials.

Skills

Writing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Flexibility

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Convio

InDesign

Donor Drive

Job description

Children's National Hospital in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Development Assistant to support the fundraising team within the Foundation, working with a development officer to coordinate events and donor communications. The role involves data entry in the donor database, preparing letters and reports, assisting with major gifts, and handling logistics for community events.

Bachelor's degree required; strong writing and Microsoft Office skills are essential.