Foundation Development Specialist — Donor Engagement

10000 Sanford; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health Foundation seeks a development professional to support the fundraising team with donor relations, events, and database management. You will coordinate volunteers and logistics, assist with communications, and collaborate with IT, finance, and reporting teams.

The role emphasizes strong written and verbal communication, willingness to engage in fundraising activities beyond standard hours, and a commitment to superior customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Previous fundraising, volunteer coordination, development, marketing, sales, and/or journalism experience preferred.
• Established written, verbal and listening communication skills required.
• Must have knowledge of development strategies and skills pertinent to making personal solicitations.
• Must be able to work well with interruptions and stress.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the development team including volunteer arrangements, logistical needs, events, and database management.
• Oversee donor stewardship efforts and write for donor communications.
• Make personal contacts and collaborate with development support teams including IT, finance, and reporting.
• Willingness to participate in fundraising beyond typical office hours; demonstrate initiative and strong customer service.

Skills

Fundraising

Volunteer coordination

Development

Marketing

Sales

Journalism

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Publisher

PowerPoint

Excel

Database experience

Job description

Sanford Health Foundation seeks a development professional to support the fundraising team with donor relations, events, and database management. You will coordinate volunteers and logistics, assist with communications, and collaborate with IT, finance, and reporting teams.

The role emphasizes strong written and verbal communication, willingness to engage in fundraising activities beyond standard hours, and a commitment to superior customer service.