Fundraising & Donor Engagement Associate

Jobtailor; North Carolina; On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Common Cause is seeking a fundraising coordinator to support the Development Director with strategy execution, donor engagement, and NC-based events. You will conduct donor research, draft briefs, and assist with stewardship and communications while maintaining accurate CRM records.

The role requires collaboration with multiple teams, travel within North Carolina, and a commitment to equity and nonpartisan civic engagement.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to Common Cause's nonpartisan mission and advancing civil rights.
• Track record of collaborating with stakeholders with diverse interests.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines for multiple projects with attention to detail and resourcefulness.
• Commitment to equity in work goals and relationships.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Zoom; experience with Canva/Adobe Creative Suite is ideal.
• Willingness to travel 1-2 times per year; work in NC locations at least 4 days per month.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support the Development Director in executing fundraising strategy and donor engagement plans.
• Conduct donor prospect research using wealth screening tools and public resources.
• Draft donor research briefs and portfolios for meetings and cultivation.
• Assist with donor stewardship and engagement.
• Plan and execute North Carolina-based fundraising events, including meetings, venues, logistics, materials, and communications.
• Draft fundraising Causenet emails and other communications.
• Provide administrative and research support for the Planned Giving program.
• Track key data in the CRM and coordinate stewardship for planned giving and bequest documentation.
• Maintain accurate donor records, notes, and activity tracking in the ROI CRM system.
• Collaborate with organizational teams and provide administrative support.
• Coordinate with program, communications, and leadership teams to align campaigns with fundraising initiatives.
• Support advisory board engagement, including agendas, follow-up communications, and logistics.
• Support development budgeting and revenue tracking, including analyzing CRM reports for outreach opportunities.
• Assist with budgeting preparation.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Donor Research

Fundraising

Data Analysis

Budget Preparation

Planned Giving Support

Tools

ROI CRM System

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Common Cause is seeking a fundraising coordinator to support the Development Director with strategy execution, donor engagement, and NC-based events. You will conduct donor research, draft briefs, and assist with stewardship and communications while maintaining accurate CRM records.

The role requires collaboration with multiple teams, travel within North Carolina, and a commitment to equity and nonpartisan civic engagement.