Development Coordinator

Disciples Church Extension Fund

Job Location:

Indianapolis, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position: Development Coordinator

Classification: Full-time Exempt

Reports To: Director of Development

Location: Remote (United States)

Organizational Overview:

At Disciples Church Extension Fund a faith-based nonprofit organization we empower congregations to build vibrant impactful ministries by providing ministry and financial resources and expertise. As a general ministry of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in the United States and Canada we are committed to serving with integrity excellence and a deep sense of partnership. We believe in creating Holy Places where communities connect with God and each other.

Join us and make a tangible difference in the lives of congregations everywhere.

Position Summary:

As the Development Coordinator you will be a linchpin in helping Disciples Church Extension Fund achieve its fundraising goals. Reporting to the Director of Development you will be the back-end champion of donor relationships providing critical operational support to the Development Team by actively supplementing relationship-building initiatives ensuring accurate data management and assisting with donor activities in the field. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine your development expertise and administrative acumen with a passion for ministry.

Key Responsibilities:

Database Stewardship:Serve as the database specialist overseeing the donor CRM ensuringaccuratedonor recordscreatingand managing queries and workflows enhancing system usability for all gift officers processing gift batch entries gift reconciliation and conducting data audits regularly tomaintainaccuracy and integrity within the donor database.

Reporting & Analysis:Establishand maintain a robust reporting system that clearly documents and analyzes fundraising efforts to evaluate performanceidentifytrends and inform future fundraising strategies.

Gift Entry and Fulfillment Tracking: Manage donation entry and pledge fulfillment to ensure they are received and accurately recorded.

Donor Stewardship:Implements the donor stewardship plan coordinates the acknowledgment process.

Communications Support:Coordinate and manage targeted donor communication including major gift solicitation proposals thank-you notes and other communications. Respond to donor inquiries from internal and external clients ina customerservice capacity.

Project Management & Logistics Coordination: Assist with program and event coordination planning and execution of activities with donors congregations and other partners to ensure smooth execution.

Other Responsibilities:Perform other duties as assigned to support the organizations mission andobjectives.

Qualifications & Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors degree or fundraising certification is a plus. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of education.
2 years of experience in donor/client relations. Experience in nonprofit fundraising is a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 especially Excel.
Experience with CRMs or donor management software such as Raisers Edge.
Excellent verbal and written communication interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to self-start.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
Acute attention to detail with a meticulous focus on accuracy.
High level of integrity and ethical standards.
Understanding and commitment to the mission vision and core values of Disciples Church Extension Fund.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Travel Requirements:

Minimal Travel (up to 10%)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Remote (must live within one hour of a major airport)
Occasional lifting (up to 40 lbs.)
Long periods of sitting at a desk on a computer

Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health dental and vision insurance for employees and their dependents employer-paid life insurance generous paid time off that includes vacation sick and personal time fully funded pension plan robust employee assistance program for employees and their dependents paid parking and ample opportunities for professional development and growth.

EEOC Statement:

Disciples Church Extension Fund (DCEF) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of our community to do their part in cultivating and maintaining an environment where everyone feels included and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state and local laws.

Questions Email with the subject line: Development Coordinator.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Position: Development CoordinatorClassification: Full-time ExemptReports To: Director of DevelopmentLocation: Remote (United States)Organizational Overview: At Disciples Church Extension Fund a faith-based nonprofit organization we empower congregations to build vibrant impactful ministri...