Donor Engagement & Fundraising Coordinator

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College Foundation seeks a Development Coordinator to provide administrative and logistical support to the development team in Dallas. You will assist frontline fundraisers, support annual and planned giving programs, and help with prospect research while maintaining donor records.

This role also serves as backup for gift processing, ensures compliance with AFP standards, coordinates donor meetings, and helps with communications and fulfillment while upholding confidentiality and ethics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 2 years of relevant experience or associate/bachelor’s degree or 4 years of cumulative job-specific experience.
• Valid driver’s license for occasional off-site travel.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively; strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with donor database systems (Raiser’s Edge preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to respond promptly and professionally.
• Problem-solving skills with ability to identify issues and escalate appropriately.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards in handling donor information.
• Official transcripts required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations for the development team, ensuring timely execution of tasks and deliverables.
• Support frontline fundraisers with donor briefings, meeting materials, and follow-up communications.
• Assist annual, major, and planned giving programs with campaign logistics, mailings, and performance tracking.
• Conduct basic prospect research and support the Director of Donor Services in preparing donor profiles in alignment with APRA Data Ethics and organizational policy.
• Serve as backup for gift processing to enter gifts, generate acknowledgments, and maintain accurate donor records in compliance with AFP standards.
• Manage scheduling and logistics for donor meetings and development activities, including invitations, agendas, and materials.
• Maintain accurate records in Raiser's Edge and other tools, ensuring data quality and consistent coding for campaigns, funds, and appeals.
• Support stewardship efforts by coordinating personalized donor communications and small fulfillment items while adhering to ethical and confidentiality standards.
• All employees are required to complete a minimum of 19 professional development hours.
• Perform other duties not listed as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

Raiser's Edge

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

4 years of cumulative job-specific experience

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Job description

Dallas College Foundation seeks a Development Coordinator to provide administrative and logistical support to the development team in Dallas. You will assist frontline fundraisers, support annual and planned giving programs, and help with prospect research while maintaining donor records.

This role also serves as backup for gift processing, ensures compliance with AFP standards, coordinates donor meetings, and helps with communications and fulfillment while upholding confidentiality and ethics.