Donor Communications & Development Coordinator

Defenders of Wildlife; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Defenders of Wildlife in Washington, DC is seeking a Development Coordinator to support fundraising through donor outreach, gift processing, reporting and stewardship. You will collaborate with the Senior Vice President of Development and Development Directors to advance campaigns and donor pipelines.

The role emphasizes timely gift acknowledgments, data accuracy in donor records, research support, event coordination and general departmental administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s (B.A./B.S.) degree or equivalent in related discipline.
• 1 year of relevant experience; development experience preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all donors receive prompt and accurate acknowledgements for restricted and unrestricted gifts. Prepare draft letters, secure live signatures and draft custom notes from the President.
• Ensure that all gift acknowledgement processes and systems are optimized for efficiency to maintain quick turn-around times, especially during heavy donation periods (such as end of year).
• Ensure proper coding and processing of all gifts received by Development Department. Complete timely and accurate data reporting and ensure donor records are updated to reflect current preferences or status.
• Report all gifts daily to the Development staff by preparing the Daily Gift Report.
• Assist with welcoming new donors into the Defenders’ Leadership Council by preparing and sending welcome packets and supplemental materials, when appropriate.
• Assist with cultivation outreach mailings and events; support donor research projects and pipeline development as needed.

Skills

Writing skills

Proofreading

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ROI CRM

Job description

Defenders of Wildlife in Washington, DC is seeking a Development Coordinator to support fundraising through donor outreach, gift processing, reporting and stewardship. You will collaborate with the Senior Vice President of Development and Development Directors to advance campaigns and donor pipelines.

The role emphasizes timely gift acknowledgments, data accuracy in donor records, research support, event coordination and general departmental administration.