Development & Donor Relations Coordinator

MRA Recruiting Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

WAR MEMORIAL CENTER is seeking a Development Coordinator to support fundraising operations, donor engagement, and development activities. This role maintains donor records, assists with campaigns, and coordinates events, reporting on progress.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in fundraising or nonprofit administration, strong communication, and proficiency with donor databases and MS Office. This is a hands-on role in a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising, development, or nonprofit administration.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with donor databases such as Blackbaud Raiser's Edge or similar CRM systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Experience in nonprofit development operations strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain donor and constituent databases
• Process donations, acknowledgments, and donor correspondence
• Prepare fundraising materials, reports, mailing lists, and communications
• Support fundraising campaigns, sponsorships, and donor stewardship activities
• Assist with donor research and grant-related administrative support
• Coordinate memorial and tribute giving programs
• Provide administrative support including scheduling, filing, mailings, and recordkeeping
• Assist with fundraising and special event logistics and onsite support
• Generate reports and analyze donor and fundraising data

Skills

Fundraising operations

Donor engagement

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Blackbaud Raiser's Edge

CRM systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

WAR MEMORIAL CENTER is seeking a Development Coordinator to support fundraising operations, donor engagement, and development activities. This role maintains donor records, assists with campaigns, and coordinates events, reporting on progress.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in fundraising or nonprofit administration, strong communication, and proficiency with donor databases and MS Office. This is a hands-on role in a mission-driven organization.