Development Coordinator, Regional Development

Brown University; Providence (RI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University is seeking a Development Coordinator to support fundraising efforts and provide administrative coordination for the AVP of Development. The role manages a portfolio of major gift prospects, coordinating communications and stewardship to prepare for solicitations.

Candidate will handle day-to-day tasks, serve as a key representative across Advancement, and stay informed about donor relationships to prioritize work under shifting priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in development, fundraising, administrative support, sales, or customer relations.
• Must be located in the Providence, RI area.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a portfolio of 50–60 principal gift prospects capable of giving $5M+ by coordinating communications and stewardship.
• Manage day-to-day administrative tasks and represent the AVP across the Advancement division.
• Stay informed about donor relationships to prioritize tasks and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Collaborate with Advancement leadership, Alumni Relations, and faculty members.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Blackbaud CRM

AI productivity tools

Job description

Job Description: The Development Coordinator (DC) is a key member of the Domestic Regional Development Team, providing critical fundraising support and high-level administrative and operational coordination for the Associate Vice President of Development (AVP). In this role, the incumbent assists in managing a portfolio of 50–60 principal gift prospects capable of giving $5M+ by coordinating communications and stewardship to prepare them for gift solicitations. The DC also manages day‑to‑day administrative tasks and serves as a key representative for the AVP across the Advancement division. To be successful, the incumbent needs a deep understanding of the University's initiatives, culture, and key stakeholders. The coordinator must stay well‑informed about critical donor relationships to effectively prioritize tasks and adapt to shifting priorities that impact University leadership. This role requires routine collaboration with colleagues across the institution, including Advancement leadership, Alumni Relations, and faculty members. The successful candidate will strictly follow division policies, possess excellent communication and writing skills, build strong internal relationships, and bring a proactive, highly organized, and professional attitude to the team. The considering coordinator must be located in the Providence, RI area.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a portfolio of 50–60 principal gift prospects capable of giving $5M+ by coordinating communications and stewardship to prepare them for gift solicitations.
• Manage day‑to‑day administrative tasks and serve as a key representative for the AVP across the Advancement division.
• Stay well‑informed about critical donor relationships to effectively prioritize tasks and adapt to shifting priorities that impact University leadership.
• Collaborate routinely with colleagues across the institution, including Advancement leadership, Alumni Relations, and faculty members.
• Strictly follow division policies, possess excellent communication and writing skills, build strong internal relationships, and bring a proactive, highly organized, and professional attitude to the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a related field such as development, fundraising, administrative support, sales, or customer relations.
• Must be located in the Providence, RI area.

Job Competencies

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and project and time management skills.
• Expertise in Microsoft and Google platforms, especially Google Calendar and email, Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficient with audio/visual and presentation platforms (Zoom, Teams, WebEx, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Must have a proven record of being detail‑oriented and a self‑starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and priorities to meet aggressive timelines and challenging deadlines, while always keeping an eye toward the larger goals of all programs and services, along with a demonstrated commitment to maintaining the highest standards.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and apply tact.
• Customer‑focused, customer service orientation.
• Poised, maintaining "grace under pressure" while managing competing priorities.
• Proven ability to analyze data, research information, problem‑solve, and coordinate projects.
• Must be able and willing to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a higher education, fundraising, or non‑profit setting highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Blackbaud CRM preferred.
• Proficient in leveraging AI productivity tools to streamline content creation, optimize workflows, and enhance regional donor outreach strategies.

Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Benefits of Working at Brown

Benefits of Working at Brown: Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

Other Details

Recruiting Start Date: 2026-07-17

Job Posting Title: Development Coordinator, Regional Development Department: Advancement

Grade: Grade 9

Worker Type: Employee Worker Sub-Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5 Position Work Location: Hybrid

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on‑site, hybrid, or remote. Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C. Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.

Company Culture

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