Description

The Development Coordinator provides support to the Resource Development Department through strong communication, event planning, data entry, and solicitation of donations. Through the services he/she provides, the Development Coordinator fosters understanding of the mission and charism of the School Sisters of Notre Dame and generates support for the mission and ministries of the province.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Write content and assist in design of marketing materials, event promotion, special appeals, website, email communication and recognition.
• Enter donor data in RE accurately including: gifts, contact and relationship information, registrations and action notes.
• Coordinates fundraising and friend-raising events. Responsible for all fundraising even details ensuring they run smoothly, efficiently and generate maximum revenue and exposure (attendance).
• Seek grant funding when soliciting sponsorships.
• Identifies and solicits sponsors for events and supports volunteers to solicit sponsors for events.
• Collaboratively work with Communication and IT departments when necessary.
• Occasional weekends and travel required.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Resource Development Director.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree required with an emphasis on fundraising, communication, and marketing preferred.
• Experience with computers and database systems required; knowledge of Raiser's Edge preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of secretarial and office administrative procedures (2+ years of related experience).
• Experience organizing and managing events.
• Ability to work with a team of professionals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work under pressure of deadlines.
• Understanding of the value and sensitivity of donor relationships, the cultivation and maintenance of these relationships, and appropriate solicitation strategies and techniques.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Continual attention to detail in data entry and creating reports; and clerical tasks.

If you are interested in learning more about SSND please visit our website at ssndcp.org.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to Lindsey Scales at Lscales@ssndcp.org.