Development CoordinatorRestoration of America

Position Overview: The Development Coordinator supports the organization's fundraising efforts by managing relationships with lower-level donors, coordinating outreach, and assisting with donor communications and data tracking. This position ensures consistent donor engagement through timely follow-ups, acknowledgments, and accurate record-keeping to build the foundation for long-term donor loyalty and growth.

• Manage outreach and communication with lower-level and grassroots donors via phone, email, and digital channels.

• Assist in executing donor cultivation, retention, and upgrade campaigns.

• Conduct preliminary donor research and help maintain accurate donor profiles in the CRM.

• Support the coordination of donor appeals, renewal letters, and email fundraising campaigns.

• Process and track incoming contributions, acknowledging gifts promptly and accurately.

• Prepare donor lists, reports, and metrics for internal use and campaign planning.

• Collaborate with the development team to ensure consistent messaging and donor stewardship.

• Provide administrative support for the development department, including scheduling and meeting coordination.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support department objectives.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in communications, political science, nonprofit management, sales or a related field.

• 1-3 years of experience in fundraising, political campaigns, donor relations, or sales preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with professional phone and email etiquette.

• Familiarity with fundraising databases or CRM systems (e.g., Bloomerang, Salesforce).

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Attention to detail and a proactive, team-oriented approach.

• Commitment to the organization's mission and understanding of the political landscape.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, campaign-style environment.