Job Description
DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
SUMMARY: The Development Coordinator will provide administrative support for development and marketing, manage individual giving, and assist with simple foundation applications. Responsibilities include data management and gift entry, acknowledgement and tax letters, donor research, annual giving appeals, and drafting/submission of simple grant applications. This position will also be responsible for maintaining the calendar for cultivation, stewardship and reporting activities. The Development Coordinator will assist with organizing special events to support fundraising and other organizational efforts. The person in this role will possess the highest attention to detail, an ability to multitask, have strong writing skills, and a desire to work on a dynamic and fast-paced team. Experience planning and executing events are a plus.

REPORTS TO: Chief Development Officer
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Hourly, Non-exempt
SPECIFIC DUTIES: Duties of the Development Coordinator include, but are not limited to the following:
• Coordinate all administrative aspects of the Development program, supporting the timely submission of all deliverables to funding partners
• Create and provide quality assurance of data entered into a content management system and other tracking documents
• Coordinate with other departments to collect data and information in a timely manner
• Maintain the Development database, including data entry, validation, and record maintenance
• Promptly reply to all requests from funders, staff, and senior leadership
• Partner with the Marketing and Communications Manager to support development events and campaigns
• Research and submit letters of intent and grant proposals
• Assist with the planning and execution of special events, working with vendors as needed
• Coordinate direct response (email, direct mail) programs and development-related marketing and collateral needs
• Research potential donors and support team in soliciting gifts
• Manage department calendar for meetings and events with donors and potential donors
• Regular internal reporting on fundraising efforts and statuses of outstanding grants and other funding
COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Analytical - Designs workflows and procedures
• Design - Demonstrates attention to detail
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions
• Project Management - Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress
• Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Meets commitments
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict
• Oral Communication - Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions
Communities In Schools of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Communities In Schools of Atlanta prohibits Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race,
color, religion, national origin, sex (including same sex); pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; marital status; citizenship status; veteran status; or
any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field
• 2-5 years of related professional work experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Experience in donor databases preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility and willingness to learn and ability to adapt to the fast pace of a high performing team
• Exceptional customer service skills with excellent follow up and follow through
• Excellent time management, project management, attention to detail and organizational skills and aptitude for information management required
REASONING ABILITY:
 Ability to analyze and prioritize activities
 Can work independently without constant supervision
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
 Will require occasional lifting
 Must be willing to travel, as job requires
TIME ALLOCATION:
 Department administrative/support duties - 65%
 Individual giving, foundation proposals and events – 30%
 Other duties as assigned – 5%
HOURS:
Working hours are generally 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., however we expect that the Development Coordinator will have flexible hours as necessary depending on report deadlines and events that are outside of regular work hours.