Fund Development Coordinator

The Fund Development Coordinator assists with and is responsible for a variety of tasks under the direct supervision of the Director of Development. Typical tasks and responsibilities include fundraising event management, donor cultivation and stewardship, assistance with creation and execution of fundraising strategies, volunteer coordination, community outreach and public speaking, donor database management, and gift acknowledgement.

Responsibilities include:

• Serve as primary support person for the Fund Development Team and department activities
• Serve as an Ambassador for Hope through Housing and National CORE when attending meetings, special events, and all other public engagements
• Serve as expert of GiveSmart fundraising software, managing all event and campaign pages, generate reports, and serve as event day technology expert
• Assist and lead volunteer coordination for various events/activities, including Executive Leadership Councils and Women of Hope activities
• Manage and execute Building Bright Futures Scholarship Program
• Maintain current and accurate records in departments donor database, produce timely gift acknowledgements, produce lists and reports as necessary
• Assist with raising funds for annual Hope through Housing Foundation operating expenses through donor identification, cultivation and the implementation of an Annual Giving program
• Conduct prospect research to qualify new prospects and work with appropriate staff to identify new annual and major gift prospects
• Assist with corporate, regional, and local fundraising efforts as assigned
• Create & implement stewardship program for annual, corporate, and foundation donors; conduct donor thank you calls
• Provide support and assistance for Hope through Housing events, holiday events and other special projects
• Support and perform special projects and other duties as assigned by Development Team
• Attend company sponsored events that relate to the development of the team, which, from time to time, may include overnight stays at locations away from the employees home.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) with internal and external audiences
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills; must be able to meet deadlines
• High energy and ability to motivate others to respond to Hopes mission and activities
• Ability to represent Hope with excellence and professionalism within the community.
• Ability to work with discretion and tact, and to exercise impeccable judgment
• Exceptional attention to detail, particularly in written communications
• Ability to quickly adapt to, plan for, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting
• Ability to prioritize work and coordinate work efficiently and respond quickly to changing priorities
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with CORE/HTHF staff, public officials, private sector officials, parents, and community leaders.
• A genuine interest in investing in the well-being of children, families, and seniors