A Fundraising Manager manages fundraising for an organization. Develops and implements fundraising strategies that include online fundraising, mail and email campaigns, grant writing and fundraising events. May develop relationships with large donors.
Development Coordinator Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic - 4.2 Bethesda, MD Job Details Full-time From $55,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits 403(b) matching Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Data visualization software proficiency Data analysis reporting Salesforce Writing skills Business intelligence report generation Microsoft Office Salesforce Cloud Business intelligence tools Bachelor's degree Fundraising Sales management systems proficiency CRM system proficiency Productivity software Data analytics tools Cross-functional collaboration Cross-functional communication Full Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Development Coordinator provides critical operational, administrative, and project management support to the Development team with a primary focus on donor data management, reporting, and fundraising and campaign operations. This role helps drive organizational fundraising success through strong project execution, donor research, database management, and cross-functional coordination. Reporting to the Chief Revenue Officer, the Development Coordinator serves as a central support resource for campaign activity, donor pipeline tracking, proposal coordination, internal fundraising processes, and revenue reporting. The role requires exceptional organization, attention to detail, project management skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. .
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Campaign & Project Coordination Develop and maintain campaign timelines, project plans, and internal tracking systems Coordinate campaign meetings, agendas, follow-up actions, and meeting materials Track campaign deliverables and ensure timely completion of internal deadlines Monitor campaign progress and provide regular performance updates to leadership Coordinate naming opportunity tracking and related campaign documentation Manage proposal production coordination including formatting, assembly, and internal review processes Support presentation and deck formatting for donor meetings, campaign updates, and leadership presentations Manage follow-up tracking and internal accountability for fundraising activities and campaign initiatives Coordinate vendors and external partners supporting campaign or development initiatives Donor Research & Database Management Manage donor qualification processes including research and prospect identification for individuals, foundations, and corporations Conduct wealth screenings and maintain updated donor intelligence and fundraising data Serve as the primary team resource for maintaining and updating the donor database Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of donor records, moves management activity, and fundraising documentation Support donor portfolio management processes and prospect tracking Reporting & Analytics Generate reports and provide data analysis to support fundraising strategy and decision-making Track key performance indicators (KPIs), campaign metrics, and revenue forecasting Analyze fundraising activity and donor trends to support development planning and performance management Maintain dashboards and reporting tools to support leadership visibility into fundraising progress Development Operations & Team Support Provide operational and administrative support to the Development team as needed Assist with internal fundraising event support during peak campaign and event periods Help ensure strong coordination and communication across Development, Communications, and Events teams Support ongoing process improvement efforts to strengthen fundraising operations and team efficiency Expected Outcomes Improved campaign execution, accountability, and timeline management Accurate and timely donor data management and reporting Strong internal coordination across fundraising initiatives Increased efficiency in proposal production, follow-up management, and campaign tracking Enhanced donor pipeline visibility and fundraising analytics Strong operational support that enables frontline fundraisers to focus on donor engagement and revenue generation Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, dental, vision insurance; life/disability insurance; 403b company match; paid vacation and holidays Hybrid work environment (in office two days - Tuesday and Thursday)
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Education:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Experience:
Two - Four (2-4) years of experience in development, fundraising operations, project coordination, nonprofit administration, or related field
Computer/System Skills:
Proficiency in Canva and Microsoft Office. Extensive experience working with Salesforce and Business / Power BI (Business Intelligence) platform and fundraising reporting
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None.
Other Requirements:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple deadlines and coordinate across teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to handle confidential donor information with professionalism and discretion Ability to demonstrate passion for the mission of Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, dental, vision insurance; life/disability insurance; 403b company match; paid vacation and holidays Hybrid work environment
To Apply:
Send resume, and cover letter to
Susan Lucas Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
