Development Coordinator

Children's Learning Centers of Fairfield County • Stamford, CT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Development Coordinator provides essential operational and administrative support to CLC’s development team. The Coordinator is responsible for processing gifts and ensuring donors receive timely acknowledgment, supports the planning and execution of fundraising events, and helps keep the team’s day-to-day work organized and on track. Gift processing and donor acknowledgments are the primary focus of the role. The Coordinator reports to the Chief Development Officer and receives day-to-day guidance on gift operations from the Manager, Institutional Giving and Development Operations. The Coordinator also works closely with the Director of Donor Engagement and the Marketing and Communications Manager. This role is well suited to someone who is highly organized, takes pride in accurate work, and is energized by being part of a mission-driven team.

Requirements

• 2–3 years of administrative or operations experience, ideally in a nonprofit, education, or mission-driven setting
• Working knowledge of a CRM or donor database; Salesforce experience preferred
• Some experience with event planning or logistics coordination
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• Detail-oriented, with a commitment to accurate and thorough work
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities
• A reliable, positive, and collaborative team member
• Respectful, friendly, and responsive in communication with donors, volunteers, and colleagues
• Discreet in handling donor and financial information
• Committed to the belief that early childhood education is a foundation for lifelong learning, equity, and opportunity

Nice To Haves

• Salesforce experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Accurately process donations and prepare timely tax receipts and acknowledgment letters, consistent with established procedures
• Update donor records as needed to maintain contacts and accounts
• Run existing lists and reports to support appeals, stewardship, and events
• Provide logistical support for fundraising and donor events, in partnership with the development team and event consultants
• Coordinate corporate and community volunteer opportunities
• Attend and support events; some evenings and weekends may be required
• Process expenses and payments for the development team
• Support team meetings and project tracking
• Provide development-related administrative support to the CEO as needed

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: up to 15 vacation and 12 sick days earned per year, 3 personal days
• Federal Holidays
• Week between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Weather related closings
• Medical/Dental/Life Insurance
• 401k with Employer Match
• OSHA and Mandated Reporter Training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed