Development Coordinator

YWCA Utah • Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

The Development Coordinator is a dynamic role that helps power our fundraising and grant efforts. You’ll work closely with our Grant Administrator and Development team to keep grants on track, data organized, and fundraising projects moving forward.
About 40–60% of your time will focus on grant administration and reporting. The rest of your time will be spent supporting Development projects, helping with events, organizing materials, coordinating details, and making sure the right people have the right information at the right time.
This role is perfect for someone who loves juggling projects, is curious about data and storytelling, enjoys collaborating across teams, and wants their work to directly support survivors and the staff who serve them.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years of database management experience
• An understanding of, and agreement with, YWCA Utah’s mission, values and philosophy regarding the elimination of racism, and empowerment of women.
• Ability to work scheduled hours on a regular basis; some weekends and evenings are required.
• Proficiency with general office duties, computer systems, and technology.
• Skilled in establishing effective working relationships.
• Ability to collaborate and invite collaboration.
• Able to demonstrate skills in effective communication, conflict resolution, and problem solving.
• Must be able to pass Department of Health and Human Services criminal background check, meet I-9 requirements, and, if driving agency vehicles, have a valid Utah driver’s license, automobile insurance and motor vehicle record.
• Problem Solving/Analytical Thinker: Ability to solve and analyze problems effectively and efficiently.
• Communication/Interpersonal Skills: Ability to provide exceptional customer service to supporters, partners, board members and co-workers. Exceptional communication skills and ability to respond to difficult situations.
• Time Management: Ability to multitask and work efficiently within close time constraints. Ability to work under pressure and in a stressful environment.
• Business Knowledge: Ability to effectively complete the components of a multi-disciplinary and multi-programmatic organization and partner organizations. Have knowledge and understanding of Anti-racism, gender equity and violence against women.
• Organization: Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Judgement and Decision Making: Ability to exercise initiative, sound judgement and problem-solving techniques in the decision-making process.
• Technology/Tools: Ability to use various computer systems and applications including proficiency in online and electronic communication strategies.
• Commitment to mission: Demonstrates commitment to YWCA Utah’s mission and philosophy. Actively engages in YWCA Utah’s anti-racism work.
• Compliance: Adhere to YWCA Utah’s policies and is committed to act legally and ethically within the scope of the work.

Nice To Haves

• Welcoming and inclusive personality.
• Awareness of how differing roles, expectations, and lived experiences can impact wellbeing and access to support.
• Ability to work sensitively and effectively with individuals across a variety of life experiences, ages, and perspectives.
• Are interested in building skills for a long-term career in nonprofit administration or leadership.
• Have experience with databases like ETO, Apricot, Vela, or similar systems (or love learning new ones).
• Are comfortable in Excel and enjoy working with data.
• Are highly organized with strong time management and project management skills.
• Get excited about turning data into stories that show impact.
• Bring a service-oriented, collaborative mindset to your work.
• Can navigate a fast-paced, sometimes high-stress environment with empathy and patience.
• Are creative, curious, and always looking for ways to improve things.
• Believe in teamwork and want to grow alongside passionate colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Help manage grants from proposal through reporting, including deadline tracking, compliance tasks, and budget coordination.
• Pull and organize data for grant reports, key results, marketing, and strategic planning.
• Support staff training and use of our case management database; create clear, helpful training materials
• Stay connected with our database vendor and help improve how we use data across the organization.
• Support Development projects with administrative coordination and project management.
• Assist with planning and supporting fundraising and community events.
• Organize, inventory, and maintain, fundraising, and marketing materials.
• Help share information across the organization related to volunteers, events, and Development efforts.
• Participate in our Mission & Movement Workgroup, helping advance our mission.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave (16 weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Generous package of vacation, sick, and bereavement time available to all employees (amount accrued varies based on hours/week)
• Health, dental, vision, voluntary life, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance eligibility for employees, partners, and dependents
• 11 paid holidays
• Employer retirement contribution of up to 10.5% of gross annual salary when eligible
• Professional development with internal and external training opportunities
• Free Employee Assistance Program providing counseling options to employees, partners, and dependents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED