Fund Development Coordinator

About you:
You have a passion for fundraising and making a difference in your community. You are an enthusiastic, highly organized, people person with an interest in working with diverse groups of people, older adults and those living with dementia or cognitive impairment. You enjoy working with a multi-disciplinary team and using your excellent interpersonal skills. You are a natural with computers and your written and verbal communication skills are first-rate. You are creative but have a demonstrated ability to deliver accuracy and attention to detail in your work. You manage your time well and you can problem-solve through challenging situations and unexpected circumstances.

Position Summary:
As a key member of the development team, the Fund Development Coordinator will participate in all aspects of fund development with primary responsibilities for mid-level giving and foundation and grant fundraising.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Responsible for donor cultivation and solicitation activities for individual mid-level donors and support leadership with major gift donors;
• Lead the stewardship of individuals and organizations to further strengthen Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners relationships;
• Support grant and foundation research, writing and reporting;
• Prepare compelling and effective foundation grant proposals;
• Use the donor database to track donor moves management;
• Ensure appropriate acknowledgement and recognition requirements are fulfilled for funders and individual donors;
• Prepare stewardship reports, gift agreements and other materials to support the fund development program;
• Support other Fund Development staff in the implementation of Alzheimer Society signature fundraising events;
• Support Donor Database Officer in measurement and reporting of key performance metrics;
• Contribute to overall strategy and growth of Alzheimer Society fundraising.

Evaluations and Other Responsibilities: (if applicable)
• Fund Development related key performance metrics;
• Annual Performance Review with the Manager of Communications and Fund Development.

Required Qualifications:
• Completed post-secondary education in Non-profit Management, Communications, Fund Development, or related field;
• A minimum of three (3) years of work experience in fundraising in the not-for-profit sector;
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines;
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with staff, volunteers, donors and external organizations;
• Demonstrated ability to solicit gifts and secure grant funding;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 suite;
• Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge, Luminate Online or similar non-profit CRM database

Flexibility—the person in this position will be required to attend Alzheimer Society and other external events throughout the region, some of which occur outside of regular work hours;
• Valid driver’s license and access to one’s own reliable vehicle.

Immediate Supervisor:
Manager of Communications and Fund Development
Indirect Supervisor:
Director of Development
Working Conditions:
Hybrid: in office (office setting) / some remote work from home. General office duties, typing, filing, occasional lifting / carrying 25lbs, reaching, bending, walking, sitting, and standing. Freedom of movement throughout the day. Some travel required.