Development Coordinator

Breakthrough T1D (Formerly JDRF) • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

As the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, Breakthrough T1D helps make everyday life with T1D better while driving toward cures. We invest in the most promising research to turn ideas into life-changing therapies and devices. We work with government, regulatory officials, and insurance companies to address issues that impact the T1D community -- breaking through barriers that limit access to care worldwide. We provide resources and guidance that makes it easier to live and thrive with T1D. This is more than a moment -- we're empowering a movement for the T1D community. Share your support and help educate and empower individuals facing type 1 diabetes. Our mission is to improve lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent and ultimately, cure T1D and its complications. Always, we are guided by a single purpose: As we drive towards curing type 1 diabetes, we help make everyday life better for the people who face it. Are you an organized, detail-oriented professional passionate about making an impact? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, supporting leadership, engaging donors, and coordinating events? If so, join us in the fight against Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) as our Development Coordinator for the Indiana/Kentucky Chapter of Breakthrough T1D! As a motivated, revenue-producing chapter, our team plays a crucial role in funding life-changing research, advocacy, and community programs. In this role, you’ll support the Executive Director and fundraising team while managing donor cultivation, fundraising events, and chapter operations. This is a hybrid position, requiring two in-office days per week (with flexibility during peak event times). An individual within the Indianapolis metro area is preferred. Travel within the Chapter footprint as needed, with occasional evening and weekend work.

Requirements

• 2+ years of administrative, nonprofit, or fundraising experience.
• Strong customer service and event planning skills, particularly for high-level donors.
• Experience preparing presentations, reports, and business correspondence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), and Salesforce CRM.
• Knowledge of Greater Giving and other donor management tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage Chapter DIY and Challenge Programs
• Oversee and grow Breakthrough T1D Your Way and the Breakthrough T1D™ Run Challenge Program, providing tools, resources, and support to fundraisers.
• Recruit, engage, and coach participants in creating unique fundraisers and endurance challenges to maximize impact.
• Assist fundraisers in customizing pages, sharing stories, and tracking progress.
• Build relationships to sustain engagement and fundraising success.
• Monitor performance, track progress, and identify growth opportunities.
• Oversee event planning and specifics for fundraisers such as our walks and galas.
• Lead silent auction initiatives for all galas within the chapter.
• Lead walk and gala registration efforts, ensuring a seamless experience for participants.
• Cultivate relationships with a portfolio of walkers and team captains, providing personalized encouragement, coaching, and support to maximize their fundraising efforts.
• Develop and implement strategies to engage participants, motivate fundraising, and strengthen team commitment.
• Track progress, provide regular check-ins, and offer resources to help walkers and teams reach and exceed their goals.
• Manage logistics for community events, including RSVPs, catering, signage, communications, activities and data entry.
• Serve as an ambassador for Breakthrough T1D’s mission and research efforts.
• Maintain accurate donor records and track development activities in Salesforce, Luminate and Greater Giving.
• Pull and analyze reports to support donor engagement strategies.

Benefits

• Be part of a high-impact team leading the fight against T1D.
• Gain hands-on experience in fundraising, donor relations, and event management.
• Enjoy a flexible remote work environment, with opportunities for in-person collaboration.
• Make a real difference by supporting life-changing research, advocacy, and community engagement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree