Hybrid Development Operations & Events Coordinator

Socket.dev; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Development Coordinator at Vanderbilt University supports the New York Development Team within the DAR department. Based in New York City, the role ensures smooth operations for communications, events, travel, donor activities, and data reporting. It requires strong organization, prioritization, and independent judgement.

The role involves donor communications, special projects, event planning, research, admin support, and maintaining data quality in CRM systems, including VandyQuest.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in development or higher education preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and logistical support for the development team.
• Coordinate events, meetings, travel, and donor communications.
• Assist with data reporting and use CRM (VandyQuest) data.
• Prepare and manage budgets and office operations.
• Support donor acknowledgement process and reports.
• Maintain calendar, travel plans, and communications with stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Discretion

Communication skills

Customer service

Project management

Multi-tasking

Decision making

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Salesforce

Job description

The Development Coordinator at Vanderbilt University supports the New York Development Team within the DAR department. Based in New York City, the role ensures smooth operations for communications, events, travel, donor activities, and data reporting. It requires strong organization, prioritization, and independent judgement.

The role involves donor communications, special projects, event planning, research, admin support, and maintaining data quality in CRM systems, including VandyQuest.