Fundraising & Donor Relations Coordinator

Lincoln Children's Zoo; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Children’s Zoo in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking a Development Coordinator to support donor cultivation, gift processing, donor acknowledgment, donor database management, and sponsorship activation. You will also help coordinate the Garden Party and other fundraising events.

The role emphasizes administrative operations, excellent customer service, and collaboration with staff and volunteers to engage local businesses and individuals in fundraising activities.

Qualifications

• Two years’ prior office administration experience, preferably in a fundraising/development office.
• Proficiency with donor databases and CRM software.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Assist with clerical support for the department and organization.
• Provide outstanding customer service to all callers and visitors.
• Coordinate fundraising event planning and logistics, receptions, and other events.
• Maintain donor records and assist with gift processing and reports.

Skills

Office administration

Donor relations

Customer service

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

CRM databases

Job description

Lincoln Children’s Zoo in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking a Development Coordinator to support donor cultivation, gift processing, donor acknowledgment, donor database management, and sponsorship activation. You will also help coordinate the Garden Party and other fundraising events.

The role emphasizes administrative operations, excellent customer service, and collaboration with staff and volunteers to engage local businesses and individuals in fundraising activities.