Job Location: Gorham, Maine

The Development Coordinator is responsible for the administrative and support needs of the philanthropy department. The Development Coordinator will oversee the donor database and related tasks, manage basic grant content and deadlines, oversee the year-end annual appeal, and help coordinate community special events.

• Collaborate with Director of Development to create, manage and execute year-round fundraising strategy: Fund list development, grant writing, stewardship materials, philanthropy newsletters, email campaigns, etc.
• Oversee donor database(s): execute gift processing and financial reporting, manage data hygiene and best practices, remain up to date with database functionality, and more.
• Research and identify potential grant opportunities in collaboration with Director of Development in Goodwill Northern New England’s territory of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, as well as nationwide.
• Manage foundation application deadlines and reporting requirements and execute on partnership obligations for both businesses and foundations in partnership with External Communications Specialist.
• Further the organization’s commitment to triple bottom line results outlined in the Strategic Framework: understanding Goodwill’s work and how it affects the people we serve, the planet, and Goodwill’s financial health.
• Represents the Agency in all interactions with other members of the Goodwill community and with the public.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years of related work experience
• Ability and willingness to learn a high level of attention to detail and deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work effectively with a wide range of people
• Experience with understanding the foundation and philanthropic landscape in Goodwill's territory
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Raisers Edge or another CRM database
• HS Diploma or GED equivalent
• Criminal background check that meets agency standards 
• Reliable transportation with proof of automobile insurance
• Valid driver's license permitting operation of a vehicle in the State of Maine with a satisfactory driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree preferred.
• Strong technical writer.

We believe in supporting our employees just as much as they support our mission. In addition to working in a fulfilling and supportive environment, our employees enjoy:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits
• Generous PTO Plan 
• Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• 30% Employee discount at Goodwill stores in ME, NH & VT
• Valuable job training with growth potential and more!