Job Description
The Dolores Huerta Foundation is seeking a Development Coordinator to manage donor data, coordinate fundraising events, and provide crucial administrative support to the development team. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who is passionate about relationship-building and eager to make a meaningful impact. A strong background in fundraising or event coordination, proficiency with CRM platforms, and a commitment to the Foundation’s mission of empowering underserved communities are highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
Donor Data Management:
- Enter and maintain donation records in line with Foundation and fundraising best practices.
- Track donor activity and correspondence, optimize reporting systems and manage data entry in the department’s CRM.
- Reconcile donor data with the Finance department and manage database cleanup through regular updates.
- Generate reports to support development strategies and assist in donor stewardship and acknowledgment.
- Draft individual thank-you notes and tax receipts.
Donor Profile Creation:
- Identify and research potential major donors and key supporters.
- Support revenue-generating functions through prospect research and development of donor briefs.
Event Coordination:
- Lead fundraising efforts and logistics execution of large-scale fundraising events, such as the annual gala and other special events.
- Draft and track solicitations, manage event budgets, and handle communications with vendors and guests.
Administrative Support:
- Provide administrative support to the Development team on fundraising-related tasks, and contribute to outlining and enhancing development systems.
- Assist with the creation of donor materials and production of Annual Reports.
- Manage the donor recognition program and track success stories to communicate impact.
Baseline Expectations:
- 2+ years of work experience in nonprofit operations, finance, fundraising, or similar roles.
- Alignment with the mission and values of the Dolores Huerta Foundation, with a commitment to social justice and equity.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage projects independently.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with technology and virtual communication systems (Google Suite, Project Management Software, RingCentral, Zoom, etc.).
- Experience using CRM systems and donor management software.
- Drivers license and ability to travel.
- Comfort working some nights and weekends, as needed.
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