Development Coordinator

Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) is the nation’s largest nonprofit dedicated to children’s literacy. We are seeking a Development Coordinator to support our fundraising efforts and help drive meaningful donor engagement.

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

Skills

• 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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life insurance plan.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off (PTO), including vacation, personal time, and bereavement leave.
• 13 paid holidays annually.
• Short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) coverage.
• Hybrid work environment (Onsite 3x a week).

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