Development Coordinator

The Nature Conservancy • Arlington, TX

21d • $26 - $38

About The Position

The Development Coordinator provides support for leadership fundraising engagement activities and strategies, streamlining operations and coordination across high-priority fundraising, event, and program initiatives. This role collaborates closely with the Associate Director of Development Operations and cross-functional teams, serving as a resource for fundraisers and program leaders. The Coordinator will help manage complex calendars, communications, and special projects, supporting the organization’s mission and strategic goals. The Development Coordinator may be responsible for various activities in support of CEO and leadership fundraising engagement activities and initiatives, including data management, tracking activities, scheduling meetings, drafting correspondence, and assisting with the planning and logistics of events and travel. The Coordinator may provide program information to internal and external stakeholders, assist with preparing strategy briefings, and support donor and partner research. This role will utilize fundraising and project management systems (such as BBCRM and MS Planner) to maintain information, produce reports, perform analysis, and track progress on key initiatives. The Coordinator applies established processes and practices to improve team effectiveness and ensure smooth operations. The position may involve substantial contact with staff in many functional areas across the organization, donors, partners, and other professionals, providing information and support needed for decision-making and problem-solving. They will perform administrative functions and support for special projects as required. Are you organized, detail-oriented, and ready to make an impact? Do you enjoy keeping projects on track, juggling calendars, and making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes? If you’re a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a collaborative environment, this could be the perfect role for you! We’re looking for someone to join our Development Operations team who: Loves organizing details and managing multiple priorities. Is comfortable learning and working with databases and systems. Communicates clearly and confidently with colleagues and partners. Can adapt quickly and pitch in on special projects when needed. Enjoys being the go-to person for keeping things moving and making sure the team stays on track. If you’re excited about supporting leadership initiatives and want to be part of a mission-driven team where your contributions matter, apply today!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 1-year experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
• Experience managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
• Experience working and communicating with a wide range of people.
• Ability to analyze information for the purpose of preparing reports, coordinating efforts and solving problems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• data management
• tracking activities
• scheduling meetings
• drafting correspondence
• assisting with the planning and logistics of events and travel
• provide program information to internal and external stakeholders
• assist with preparing strategy briefings
• support donor and partner research
• maintain information, produce reports, perform analysis, and track progress on key initiatives
• improve team effectiveness and ensure smooth operations
• perform administrative functions and support for special projects as required

Benefits

• TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level