Development Coordinator

Development Coordinator – Africa town Community Land Trust, Seattle, WA

Location:

Seattle, WA | Salary: $75,000 – $80,000

The Development Coordinator supports the day-to-day operations of the organization’s fundraising and stewardship activities. Responsibilities include managing the donor database, coordinating fundraising events, developing and distributing donor communications, nurturing donor relationships, and assisting with grant writing and reporting to secure financial support from individuals, foundations, and corporations. The Coordinator also integrates donor communications, campaign execution, and high‑touch engagement into a cohesive strategy that deepens relationships, enhances the donor experience, and drives revenue growth.

This role is essential to executing fundraising strategies and ensuring that no opportunity for connection, cultivation, or storytelling is missed. The ideal candidate is an action‑oriented, organized, and relational go‑getter who excels at both follow‑through and relationship management.

• Donor Management – Maintain accurate donor information in the CRM database, track giving history, identify potential cultivation opportunities, send personalized thank‑you letters, and manage stewardship activities.
• Fundraising – Serve as the connective tissue between events, narrative, and fundraising goals; plan and coordinate fundraising events (galas, auctions, walks/runs), manage event logistics (venue selection, catering, volunteer recruitment), create marketing materials, and support the organization’s revenue strategy and planning.
• Grant Writing and Reporting – Research potential grant opportunities, develop compelling grant proposals, prepare grant reports to funders, monitor grant compliance, and submit required reports.
• Prospecting and Outreach – Identify potential new donors and build relationships; conduct donor research to understand giving interests; create targeted outreach campaigns with the communications team; support the launch and stewardship of donor cohorts.
• Communication and Reporting – Collaborate with the communications team to align messaging; draft and coordinate donor communications and campaign assets across digital and in‑person channels; prepare regular development reports for leadership; communicate fundraising progress to staff and stakeholders; manage donor report due dates, record all grants in Bloomerang, save contracts and agreements, and support revenue and receivables in the annual audit process.
• Volunteer Coordination – Manage volunteer recruitment and engagement for fundraising events; create marketing materials to promote initiatives; assist with website updates related to development information (Squarespace, Wix, Word Press); participate in community outreach activities to raise awareness about the organization’s mission.

• Passion for the Central Area Community and understanding of why our approach to service matters.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling donor communications.
• Proficiency in donor database management (e.g., Bloomerang, Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships with donors, staff, and volunteers.
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools and platforms (Mailchimp, Canva, social media scheduling tools).
• Minimum of 2 years prior experience coordinating and/or managing annual giving initiatives such as database management, donor communication efforts, fundraising events, and annual giving programs.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or 2+ years of experience in development or fundraising, preferably in a non‑profit setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and writing skills with event planning and coordination, including virtual and in‑person formats.
• Demonstrated ability to handle donor interest and personal information with tact and sensitivity in a confidential manner.
• Experience in project coordination or management.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency with project management software and tools.
• Experience working with diverse teams and across various…