Strategic Donor & Fundraising Events Lead

Museum of Flight Foundation; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Museum of Flight in Seattle, WA is seeking a Senior Development Coordinator to lead fundraising events, donor stewardship, and related reporting. You will manage budgets, coordinate logistics, and collaborate with leadership to deliver mission-driven events that engage sponsors, volunteers, and donors.

Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years in fundraising or event management, an associate degree or equivalent, and strong data management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 3 years experience in fundraising, event management, or development, preferably in nonprofit settings.
• Experience in donor reporting, budgets, and event collateral.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning, logistics, vendor management, and execution of fundraising and stewardship events.
• Monitor budgets, timelines, contracts, RSVPs, ticket sales and seating to ensure successful events.
• Provide on-site volunteer coordination and leadership during events.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal

Attention to detail

Project management

Strong communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Raiser's Edge / Salesforce

Job description

The Museum of Flight in Seattle, WA is seeking a Senior Development Coordinator to lead fundraising events, donor stewardship, and related reporting. You will manage budgets, coordinate logistics, and collaborate with leadership to deliver mission-driven events that engage sponsors, volunteers, and donors.

Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years in fundraising or event management, an associate degree or equivalent, and strong data management and communication skills.