Reporting to the VP of Development, the Development Coordinator is primarily responsible for managing the HVA database, including but not limited to inputting data, tracking donor activities, and acknowledging gifts. He/she is also responsible for supporting all efforts of the VP of Development, working alongside the VP to research, cultivate, solicit, and steward HVA prospective and current donors.
Responsibilities:
• Input and maintain the integrity of all data in the HVA database.
• Perform analysis of data and create customized reports as requested by the CEO, VP of Development, and Director of Marketing.
• Create lists for direct mail and other fundraising and communication efforts.
• Track all incoming revenue and in-kind contributions.
• Manage the acknowledgment process. This includes generating tailored acknowledgment letters with proper tax deductibility, and obtaining personalization from leadership and board members when necessary.
• Provide administrative support to VP of Development.
• Work closely with the VP of Development to prepare for his/her meetings, including board meetings and donor visits.
• Assist with the coordination and implementation of activities associated with the Development and Marketing departments, including constituent and market research, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Perform other functions as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Must be dedicated to HVA’s mission, analytical, self-motivated, forward thinking, creative, deadline oriented, capable of multi-tasking and working comfortably with team members at all levels within HVA.
• Must have impeccable attention to detail.
• Must have excellent writing and communications skills.
• Must have high proficiency in fundraising database programs and desktop programs.
To Apply:
Applications should include a thoughtful cover letter describing your interest, qualifications and how you learned of the position. Resumes and cover letters (in PDF format) will be reviewed as received. Please e-mail all applications to resumes@harlemvillage.org with “HVA – Development Coordinator” in the subject line.
Harlem Village Academies is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.