Development Coordinator

Reading Is Fundamental•Washington DC, DC

2d•$50,000 - $55,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) is the nation’s largest nonprofit dedicated to children’s literacy. Our mission is to inspire a joy of reading and provide children with equitable access to high-quality, engaging books and literacy resources that support their reading development. We are seeking a Development Coordinator to support our fundraising efforts and help drive meaningful donor engagement. Reporting to the Vice President of Individual Giving, this role works across all donor channels and plays a key part in supporting a high-performing development team.

Requirements

Passion for nonprofit work, fundraising, or youth and education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Self-starter who thrives both independently and collaboratively
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); willingness to learn new systems

Responsibilities

Serve as the first point of contact for donor inquiries via phone, email, and mail
Provide timely, professional, and donor-focused responses
Manage donor communications, including monthly donors and honor/tribute gifts
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on donor-related activities
Maintain accurate documentation of donor interactions and resolutions
Execute donor acknowledgments and stewardship activities
Prepare personalized communications for VIP donors and special cases
Manage donor mailings, premiums, and engagement touchpoints
Ensure donor records are accurate and up to date
Conduct prospect research to identify and support new donor opportunities
Maintain data accuracy and integrity within development systems
Support reporting and tracking to inform team decisions
Identify and troubleshoot data inconsistencies
Improve workflows and processes for efficiency