Development Coordinator

Easterseals Iowa•Des Moines, IA

19d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Drive our Growth as a Development Coordinator with Easterseals Iowa! In this position you will be a dynamic force driving our organization’s success! This role is a fantastic mix of organization and relationship-building, acting as a vital link between our executive team, our donors, and our volunteers. We're currently looking for someone who tackles administrative tasks with energy and enjoys seeing their organizational skills translate directly into real-world impact. If you are passionate about process efficiency and committed to strengthening the relationships that allow us to achieve our mission, this dynamic position offers a substantial chance to make an impact!

Requirements

Experience working in Client Relationship Management (CRM) system preferred.
Strong people skills
Ability to work cooperatively with the community and team members in a professional and concerned manner.
Ability to work with the public.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
Excellent organizational and communication skills
An understanding of and belief in philanthropy, including basic fundraising and marketing principles and practices
Attention to detail.
Ability to work as efficiently as an individual while working flexibly, cooperatively, and positively in a team environment.
Excellent record-keeping skills
Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy.
Excellent oral and written skills
Computer Skills with Microsoft Office Programs, CRM
Access to reliable transportation for work-related travel
Ability to lift 50 pounds, stoop, and bend
Possession of a valid Iowa Driver’s License and maintenance of a good driving record. Insurable under Easterseals vehicle insurance policy

Responsibilities

Volunteer management, including communication, scheduling, documentation, and follow-up.
Convert volunteers to donors as appropriate
Scheduling Chief Development Officer and or Chief Executive Officer to meet with major Donors and lawmakers as requested.
Supports Chief Development Officer and Chief Executive Officer with thank yous and record keeping.
Schedule Development team meetings, assist in creating agendas, and take minutes.
Assist with stewardship of donors, including thank you notes and follow-up.
Work in donor database (CRM,) including entering donor information, grant due dates, and pulling lists for development team as needed.
Research donors, ensure donor information is updated and accurate.
Manage and enter all gifts into CRM (checks, credit card/online/QR code, direct ACH payments, and gifts from the National office) and work with accounting to ensure accuracy. Work with accounting on tracking pledges.
Produce auto-generated thank you letters and send out each week to donors.
Create and send out weekly donor reports, monthly Development data report, and monthly board reports.
Manage all memorial donations and ensure thanking, procedure, and follow-up are executed.
Assist the Development team in all efforts related to fundraising, including support of special events.
Other duties as assigned