Development Coordinator: Fundraising & Community Outreach

Socket.dev; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

IDEA (Islamic Development & Empowerment in America) is seeking a part-time Development Coordinator in Richmond, VA. The role focuses on building donor and community relationships, expanding IDEA’s regional presence, and supporting fundraising activities with the Regional Manager and volunteers.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, experience with grassroots engagement, and strong communication skills. Availability for travel and evenings/weekends during events is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, required.
• Experienced in working with grassroots organizations, community engagement, or a related field.
• Familiarity with the local Muslim community and community leaders.
• Strong organizational, project-management, time-management, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent oral communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and build relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong record keeping and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in fundraising a must.
• Must be available to travel at least 60% of the time within their designated geographic area, regional/national travel as needed, with possible international travel.
• Desire to work for a humanitarian cause.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace; familiarity with Salesforce, ClickUp, or similar platforms is preferred.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours during events and campaigns.
• Must have their own means of transportation.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with donors, masajid, businesses, community institutions, volunteers, and the general public throughout the assigned area.
• Strengthen relationships with existing masajid and identify opportunities to establish relationships with new masajid and communities.
• Conduct outreach visits and represent IDEA at community events and program engagements as assigned.
• Plan, organize, host, and support regional fundraising activities and events in coordination with the Regional Manager, Event Coordinator, other appropriate staff, and volunteers.
• Respond to donor and community inquiries with accurate and timely information about IDEA’s campaigns, programs, and opportunities for engagement.
• Schedules and delivers presentations to audiences of diverse backgrounds.
• Prepares and submits plans, projections, and reports to the Regional Community Fund Development Manager.
• Research local communities, prospects, and emerging opportunities to support regional fundraising and development strategies.
• Continue to strengthen job-related knowledge and skills through required training, workshops, readings, and professional-development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fundraising

Public speaking

Relationship building

Community outreach

Time management

Travel coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Salesforce

ClickUp

Job description

IDEA (Islamic Development & Empowerment in America) is seeking a part-time Development Coordinator in Richmond, VA. The role focuses on building donor and community relationships, expanding IDEA’s regional presence, and supporting fundraising activities with the Regional Manager and volunteers.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, experience with grassroots engagement, and strong communication skills. Availability for travel and evenings/weekends during events is required.