Resource Development Coordinator

United Way of Northwest Louisiana; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization focused on community support is seeking a Resource Development Coordinator to join their team. The role involves strategic support for fundraising initiatives, management of donor relations, and coordination of key events. Ideal candidates will bring strong organizational skills and a commitment to enhancing donor engagement. This position demands a proactive approach to cultivating relationships with donors and stakeholders, ensuring the effectiveness of fundraising efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, or event coordination.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage donor database and help track fundraising campaigns.
• Assist in event coordination and donor communication.
• Support engagement activities and gratitude initiatives.

Skills

Relationship Building

Results-Driven

Collaboration

Organized

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business, nonprofit management, marketing, communications, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM systems

Job description

REPORTING TO : Vice President of Resource Development

DEPARTMENT : Resource Development

EXEMPT OR NON-EXEMPT : Exempt

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THIS ROLE

The Resource Development Coordinator will provide administrative and strategic support to the Vice President of Resource Development, working closely with the Director of Marketing & Events and the Director of Community Impact to support fundraising and donor engagement initiatives. This role is responsible for donor database management, campaign support, event coordination, and stewardship efforts to enhance fundraising effectiveness and donor relations.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Relationship Building: Ability to engage donors, volunteers, and stakeholders effectively.
• Results-Driven: Demonstrated accountability in meeting fundraising and donor engagement goals.
• Collaboration & Influence: Works well in a team-oriented environment and fosters partnerships.
• Organized & Detail-Oriented: Manages tasks efficiently while maintaining accuracy.

REQUIRED SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business, nonprofit management, marketing, communications, or related field.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, event coordination, or nonprofit administration.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and donor database management (CRM experience preferred).
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, donors, and community partners.
• Commitment to United Way's mission and values.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Donor Database & Administrative Support

• Maintain and update donor and prospect records in CRM system to ensure accuracy and proper donor stewardship.
• Assist the Vice President of Resource Development to track fundraising campaigns, donor engagement activities, and pledges to monitor progress toward revenue goals.
• Generate reports on donor activity, campaign performance, and revenue projections.
• Process donations, prepare gift acknowledgments, and ensure timely follow-up with donors.

Campaign & Fundraising Support

• Assist with annual workplace campaigns, including preparing solicitation materials, coordinating mailings, and tracking donor responses.
• Support the development of donor communication plans, including direct mail, email campaigns, and donor newsletters.
• Assist in planning and executing United Way's fundraising initiatives and special appeals.
• Work closely with the Director of Marketing & Events to support the planning and execution of key fundraising and community engagement events.
• Assist with event logistics, including registration, attendee communication, and vendor coordination.

Donor Relations & Stewardship

• Support stewardship activities to enhance donor engagement and retention, including thank-you letters, recognition efforts, and impact reporting.
• Assist in coordinating donor appreciation activities and engagement opportunities.
• Monitor media and local news for donor and corporate partner updates and integrate relevant information into donor engagement strategies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the requisite essential functions.

This position involves sorting, packing, stocking, loading and unloading of supplies; participating in community events; driving; assisting in projects; general maintenance; managing volunteer projects; and other physical tasks. Activities involve twisting, pulling, pushing, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), bending, squatting, climbing, walking, standing, sitting, use of tools, and visual acuity for driving and computer use.