Development Project Coordinator

Howard University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Howard University is looking for a Development Project Coordinator to support the Associate Vice President for Individual Giving within Development and Alumni Relations.

This role includes managing calendars, preparing fundraising reports, and conducting donor research. The ideal candidate will have experience in administrative roles, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Raisers Edge.

The position comes with a salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 and offers opportunities for professional development and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an administrative position required.
• Demonstrated experience managing work streams.
• Ability to navigate internal processes to problem-solve.

Responsibilities

• Manage executive calendars and support fundraising activities.
• Create monthly fundraising reports and maintain database records.
• Conduct preliminary research on prospective donors.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Database management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Raisers Edge

Job description

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions that contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff "for fit" makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission. At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us!

JOB PURPOSE

Developing a strong culture of customer service is vital to the success of Development and Alumni Relations (DAR). The Development Project Coordinator participates in all fundraising activities and provides individualized support to DAR’s Associate Vice President for Individual Giving. The individual will act as the nerve center for the Individual Giving Team.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY

N/A

NATURE AND SCOPE

The Development Project Coordinator facilitates the daily activities of the Associate Vice President and supports the fundraising success of them and their teams by organizing daily activities, monitoring fundraising activities, managing communications and travel, scheduling, and completing administrative tasks as needed. Forward thinking is essential.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

This role manages busy executive calendars. Responsibilities include working daily with the AVP, aligning priorities and assignments, appointments and travel.

Core responsibilities include calendar and correspondence management, managing staff travel and expense reporting, assisting with scheduling and assembling donor packages for campus visits, special events and meetings.

To inform team performance monitoring, the role creates monthly fundraising reports and other database reports as needed while continually maintaining, updating, and correcting database records on behalf of the AVP, Individual Giving.

The role serves as a trusted resource to development colleagues and will conduct preliminary research on prospective donors. Additional responsibilities include initiating efforts to ensure donor documentation is submitted in a timely manner and provides a final review to documents being submitted by the AVPs for signature of the Senior Vice President.

• Identify gaps and solutions for process & workflow challenges
• Manage & coordinate communication for Associate Vice President
• Coordinate with EA and other counterparts across the enterprise

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrated success managing and planning for multiple work streams.
• Ability to provide administrative support, manage up and anticipate the needs of a senior executive.
• Ability to prioritize work, anticipate roadblocks and lead in the proactive development of solutions.
• Ability to navigate internal processes and structures to problem-solve and contribute to a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence.

• Ability to access and work with data to inform reporting and task completion
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with purpose and accuracy in a fast-paced environment; and
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and a high degree of discretion.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field or three (3) years of experience in an administrative position

• Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Database management experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Development Experience Preferred
• C‑Suite Experience Preferred
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Proficient in using Raisers Edge and other relevant tools for effective communication and data management
• Willingness to potentially work evenings and weekends as needed
• Willingness to travel 15% of the year as needed for events and campaigns

SALARY RANGE

$65,000 - $75,000

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure

Compliance salary range disclosed.