Remote Development Coordinator (Temp) – Data & Fundraising

American Heart Association, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); Remote; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop provided

Remote work

Temporary assignment

Job summary

The American Heart Association, Inc. is seeking a Development Coordinator (Temporary) to support School Fundraising for the Kids Heart Challenge.

This remote 16-week assignment runs roughly Dec 1, 2026–May 2027, centered on data entry, donor records, and coordinating with the fundraising team. Responsibilities include meeting with directors, handling inquiries, generating reports, and assisting with presentations.

Qualifications

• At least three years’ experience in administrative work, project coordination, and/or event management systems with strong attention to detail.
• High school Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in event planning, organizing, consultation, and event management preferred. Proficient in using web conferencing software (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Event.Gives etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Must have intermediate skills in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel. Advanced knowledge and skill with these programs is preferred. These skills are subject to testing.
• Ability to objectively evaluate, make effective decisions, and develop alternative solutions.
• Ability to work in a team environment and interact with all levels of American Heart Association staff, volunteers, and the public.
• Ability to be respectful, self-motivated, resourceful, detailed, and considerate.
• Willingness to work in an atmosphere that requires flexibility and change.
• Knowledge of and skill in report preparation, proofreading, and attention to detail.
• Must pass a background check and must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Meeting regularly with directors and volunteers to maintain open lines of communication to ensure objectives are being achieved.
• Maintaining a high level of service by responding to customer inquiries both internally and externally in a knowledgeable and timely manner.
• Performing other duties as required to support Directors/Sr. Directors, Vice Presidents, and Senior Vice Presidents.
• Preparing presentations, correspondence, and documentation in a timely manner, including meeting minutes.
• Working independently and within a team on special nonrecurring and ongoing projects.

Skills

Administrative experience

Data entry

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Event planning

Project coordination

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High school Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Luminate

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

The American Heart Association, Inc. is seeking a Development Coordinator (Temporary) to support School Fundraising for the Kids Heart Challenge.

This remote 16-week assignment runs roughly Dec 1, 2026–May 2027, centered on data entry, donor records, and coordinating with the fundraising team. Responsibilities include meeting with directors, handling inquiries, generating reports, and assisting with presentations.