Development Coordinator

Dogwood Alliance, Inc.•Asheville, NC

5d•$51,000 - $66,300•Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Coordinator is an important member of Dogwood’s Advancement team. Reporting to and working closely with the Development Director, you’ll support multi-channel fundraising activities such as digital and direct mail campaigns, special events, and grants. Key responsibilities include gift processing, donor recognition and communication, research, reporting, and event coordination. The role is ideal for a mission-driven professional looking to deepen experience in fundraising and nonprofit development with a small, collaborative team.

Requirements

Proficiency with fundraising or advocacy CRM - preferable Bonterra’s EveryAction
Experience with providing high quality logistical support to donor appreciation or fundraising events
Demonstrated accuracy and prompt and clear communication
Desire to participate in all aspects of non-profit fundraising
Proficient written, verbal, and interpersonal skills for donor and team interaction
Ability to analyze donor data and campaign metrics to guide decisions
Technical: Google, Slack, Canva (or similar graphic design program), database systems
comfortable embedding and integrating their fundraising work with principles of equity and inclusion

Responsibilities

Data Management: Knowledge of Bonterra’s EveryAction donor management software (CRM), or similar, to maintain accurate donor records, track metrics, and generate reports
Strategy Development: Co-create and implement comprehensive, multi-channel fundraising campaigns to meet financial targets
Grant Applications: Research foundations and assist with funding requests and reports
Event Management: Assist in planning and execution of local, regional, and national fundraising events
Marketing & Communications: Collaborate with teams to create compelling promotional materials, direct mail, and email campaigns
Provide administrative and data entry support for fundraising efforts.
Weekly Gift Entry and Reporting tasks:
Retrieve Dogwood’s mail from downtown PO Box
Enter gifts sent via check, cash, EFT, and 3rd party platforms into database
Acknowledge gifts (ex. sending thank you notes and/or premium gifts to donors)
Prepare and hand-deliver deposits to member of Finance and Operations team
Create weekly reports for Development Director and Dogwood’s bookkeeper
Track and report metrics
Research individuals and foundations
Conduct, record, and share regular research on individual donors and prospects.
Conduct, record, and share regular research on foundations.
Provide logistical assistance to support fundraising and donor appreciation events locally, regionally, and nationally.
As needed (approximately one event per month)
Provide logistical support for events such as panel discussions, house parties, film screenings, and curated walks/hikes
Work with internal teams and external vendors to design and/or print supporting materials, such as invitations, programs, take-aways, and follow-up