Hybrid Development Coordinator: Donor Stewardship & Grants

DreamYard Project; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DreamYard Project in the Bronx seeks a Development Coordinator to support fundraising operations, donor stewardship, grants management, and events. The role emphasizes accurate CRM data entry, gift processing, and reporting to drive fundraising strategy.

The position requires experience with CRM systems, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple campaigns and deadlines. It offers a hybrid work arrangement with in-person requirements for events and workshops.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in nonprofit administration, development, fundraising operations or related field.
• Experience with a CRM required (Salesforce, Tessitura, Little Green Light, Raiser’s Edge, etc.)
• Must handle confidential information with discretion and discernment.
• Strong organizational skills for multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Maintain donor, prospect, institutional, event, gift, and engagement records in Little Green Light.
• Process gifts and maintain complete contribution records with proper documentation and coding.
• Conduct database audits and resolve duplicates, gaps, or inconsistencies.
• Identify data gaps and opportunities to improve development tracking and workflows.
• Prepare donor acknowledgements, tax receipts, and stewardship communications.
• Support donor cultivation and campaigns including mailings, digital appeals, and events.
• Coordinate with program and finance for grants and reporting needs.
• Assist with proposal development, grant reporting, and funder research.
• Maintain grant records, budgets, and reporting requirements.
• Support development events including the annual gala and guest lists.

Skills

Nonprofit administration

CRM experience

Discretion & confidentiality

Organization

Communication

Google Suite

Tools

Salesforce

Tessitura

Little Green Light

Raiser’s Edge

Job description

DreamYard Project in the Bronx seeks a Development Coordinator to support fundraising operations, donor stewardship, grants management, and events. The role emphasizes accurate CRM data entry, gift processing, and reporting to drive fundraising strategy.

The position requires experience with CRM systems, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple campaigns and deadlines. It offers a hybrid work arrangement with in-person requirements for events and workshops.