Strategic Development Coordinator — Donor & Prospect Operations

Association of Fundraising Professionals; Athens (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio University is seeking a Development Coordinator to support the frontline development team with administrative, project, and prospect management duties. The role partners with major gift staff to coordinate donor engagement, meeting preparation, and follow‑ups, while ensuring accurate donor records and timely progress on priorities.

The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic university environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit fundraising or development support.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Familiarity with donor relations and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑level administrative, project and prospect management support to the frontline development team.
• Coordinate donor engagement and fundraising activity and track next steps.
• Prepare materials for donor meetings involving deans, presidents, and other university leaders.
• Maintain donor information in the donor CRM and ensure timely follow‑ups.

Skills

Prospect management

Administrative support

Communication

Tools

Donor CRM

Job description

Ohio University is seeking a Development Coordinator to support the frontline development team with administrative, project, and prospect management duties. The role partners with major gift staff to coordinate donor engagement, meeting preparation, and follow‑ups, while ensuring accurate donor records and timely progress on priorities.

The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic university environment.