Development Coordinator

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The Development Coordinator is critical in supporting the Development Department's efforts to increase philanthropy and strengthen donor engagement. This position is responsible for advancing the organization’s fundraising strategies, including but not limited to mid-level giving solicitation, donor stewardship, and writing donor correspondence and solicitations. Additionally, the Development Coordinator oversees reporting and analytics, including reconciling with accounting and updating development dashboards. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, organized, analytical, customer service-driven, and passionate about excellence.

• Mid-Level Giving ($250-$999):
  Handle the stewardship and solicitation of mid-level giving, ensuring donors are engaged, annually renewed, and appreciated for their impact.
• Direct Mail Strategy:
  Develop and implement strategy for direct mail campaigns, including list segmentation and follow-up communications.
• Mail Solicitations:
  Write compelling and effective mail solicitation letters to engage potential donors and encourage contributions.
• E-Solicitations:
  Write, design, and distribute email campaigns to reach a broader audience and solicit donations through digital channels.
• Tracking:
  Set up and maintain tracking systems for all fundraising activities (e.g. appeal codes, QR codes), ensuring accurate records of donor motivation.
• Reporting and Dashboards:
  Generate regular reports and dashboards to monitor fundraising performance, track donor engagement, and communicate progress toward development metrics and budget.
• Donor Communication:
  Assist in responding to donor inquiries, acknowledging donations, and fulfilling stewardship strategies to foster positive relationships with donors.
• Fundraising Events:
  Assist and support the Development Team in administering EPU’s fundraising events, Fiesta de los Niños and Gala of Light, including developing sponsor packages, flyers, and e-communications.
• Collaboration with Accounting:
  Work closely with the Accounting Department to reconcile donations and expenses accurately.
• Administrative Support:
  Support the Development Department, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and preparing materials for fundraising events and meetings.
• Research:
  Research potential donors, foundations, and grant opportunities. Stay informed about fundraising trends and best practices.
• Maintain, manage, and process records and information in a confidential manner that consistently meets HIPAA and other applicable confidentiality regulations.
• Adhere to EPU standards, policies, and procedures.
• Work flexibility:
  The EPU facility's standard operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with possible variation depending on department and position needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Development and Communications and/or President/CEO.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in humanics, business administration, marketing, or other related fields.

The candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong analytical skills, ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights; proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and adapt to changing circumstances; ability to represent the Development Department with warmth and professionalism; build strong, positive relationships internally and externally; detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

• 3+ years’ experience in a not-for-profit organization or fundraising environment is a plus.
• 3+ years’ experience in Development, nonprofit database management, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Hold a valid California Driver's license and good driving record with no serious violations for the previous two-year period and be able to provide proof of current automobile liability insurance.

Typical

Working Conditions:

The position is located at the EPU facility. It requires sitting and working on a computer for extensive periods. Fingering (fine dexterity) and repetitive hand and wrist motions are also required.

Equipment Used:
Computers, printers, telephones, and fax machines. Local travel may require operating a vehicle.

Essential Physical Tasks:
Must be able to sit for long periods, working with a keyboard or computer screen.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Other

Individual and Family Services