Development Project Coordinator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Hybrid schedule

401k

Health/dental/vision

Holidays

Vacation & sick time

Travel reimbursement

Insurance

Job summary

Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund in Norton, MA seeks a Development Project Coordinator to support the Director of Development & Donor Relations. You will streamline donor processes, manage data, draft communications, and assist with events and coordination.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years in nonprofit fundraising, with strong organizational and communication skills. The position offers a flexible hybrid schedule (3 days in Norton office) and a salary range of $55,000–$65,000,

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 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

CRM familiarity

Written communication

Team collaboration

Career development interest

Education

Bachelor's degree

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.