Development Project Coordinator

Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund; Norton (VA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid in-office schedule (Norton, MA)

Travel reimbursements

401(k) plan with employer match

Health, dental, vision plans

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick time

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund in Norton, MA is seeking a Development Project Coordinator to support the Director of Development & Donor Relations. You will help manage donor relations, coordinate timelines, and assist with fundraising campaigns and events.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 1–3 years in nonprofit development, strong organization and communication skills, and comfort working in a small, mission-driven team. Flexible hybrid schedule with some travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1–3 years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity working in a CRM or donor database.
• Clear, warm communication style both in person and in writing.
• Comfortable working in a small, mission-driven organization where everyone wears multiple hats.
• Genuine interest in building a career in development and donor relations.
• A car and a valid Massachusetts driver's license are required for travel as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Streamline donor action management and acknowledgment processes.
• Support fundraising campaigns and events with reports, lists, and data fields.
• Assist in drafting donor communications and stewardship correspondence.
• Support the Development department and Committee, including meeting prep and donor bios.
• Help plan and execute donor events.
• Assist with foundation correspondence.
• Track timelines, tasks, and deliverables to keep projects organized.
• Serve as a point of contact for donor inquiries as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned and required.

Skills

CRM familiarity

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Nonprofit development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Donor database (CRM)

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Role: Development Project Coordinator
Reports To: Director, Development & Donor Relations

Status: Regular/exempt, exempt, full-time

About The Fund
The Ouimet Fund exists to help deserving students overcome financial barriers and pursue a college or secondary trade school education, investing in the future leaders, innovators, and change-makers of tomorrow through the transformative power of education. Rooted in the values of golf, Francis Ouimet, youth development, and education, our mission depends on donors, partners, and communities understanding and connecting with that story.

About the Role
The Development Project Coordinator is an organized, detail-oriented team member who keeps the engine of The Fund's fundraising operation running. Supporting the Director, Development & Donor Relations, this person manages the behind-the-scenes work that makes donor relationships possible.

What You'll Do

• Streamline donor action management and acknowledgment processes
• Use and edit reports, segmented lists, and other data fields to support fundraising campaigns and events
• Assist in drafting donor communications, appeals, and stewardship correspondence
• Support the Development department and Committee in any way, including meeting prep and donor bio summaries
• Help with the planning and execution of donor events
• Assist with foundation correspondence
• Support project coordination by tracking timelines, tasks, and deliverables, helping ensure projects stay organized and move forward smoothly
• Serve as a point of contact for donor inquiries as needed
• Perform all other duties as assigned and required

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree and 1--3 years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or a related field
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity working in a CRM or donor database
• Clear, warm communication style both in person and in writing
• Comfortable working in a small, mission-driven organization where everyone wears multiple hats and supports each other
• Genuine interest in building a career in development and donor relations
• A car and a valid Massachusetts driver's license are required for travel as assigned

Benefits

• Hiring Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 based on candidate
• Annual Review with potential bonus
• Flexible hybrid work schedule (3 days in office in Norton, MA)
• Reimbursed work travel
• 401k plan and match, fully vested upon hire
• 14 paid holidays
• Health care, dental, vision plans (80% paid by Ouimet Fund)
• Accrued paid vacation and sick time upon hire
• Disability and life insurance coverage

Company Description

The Ouimet Fund exists to help deserving students overcome financial barriers and pursue a college or secondary trade school education, investing in the future leaders, innovators, and change-makers of tomorrow through the transformative power of education. Rooted in the values of golf, Francis Ouimet, youth development, and education, our mission depends on donors, partners, and communities understanding and connecting with that story.

Company Description

The Ouimet Fund exists to help deserving students overcome financial barriers and pursue a college or secondary trade school education, investing in the future leaders, innovators, and change-makers of tomorrow through the transformative power of education. Rooted in the values of golf, Francis Ouimet, youth development, and education, our mission depends on donors, partners, and communities understanding and connecting with that story.