Development Coordinator

Overview The Development Coordinator supports Jhpiego’s philanthropic goals and mission by managing the day-to-day operations of the individual and foundation giving programs. This includes maintaining accurate donor records, processing gifts, producing reports, and assisting with prospect research and donor stewardship activities. The position plays a key cross‑functional project management role, coordinating workflows and initiatives across Jhpiego’s development, communications, finance, and programmatic teams. The ideal candidate is exceptionally organized and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to manage complex, multi‑stakeholder projects from inception to completion. The position ensures data integrity and operational excellence within Jhpiego’s fundraising systems and provides essential support for the team’s cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts. Responsibilities Database Management & Gift Processing Serve as primary administrator for Jhpiego’s Raiser’s Edge database in collaboration with other development team members. Enter and maintain accurate and complete donor and gift records. Process all gifts, pledges, matching gifts, and sponsorships, ensuring proper coding and acknowledgment. Administer campaign and appeal codes and maintain soft crediting and relationship records. Maintain and update the systems and gift processing manual. Ensure data integrity, confidentiality, and adherence to Jhpiego’s data protocols. Reconcile gift entries with Finance and ensure all transactions are audit-ready. Reporting & Analysis Develop, maintain, and produce reports, queries, and dashboards for fundraising performance and donor trends. Prepare weekly gift and donor reports and share with the Development team. Generate donor lists for appeals, events, newsletters, and recognition publications. Provide ad hoc data and reporting support for fundraising campaigns and leadership requests. Prospect Research & Data Insights Conduct prospect research using tools such as iWave and public databases. Compile donor profiles and briefings for leadership and frontline fundraisers. Identify new donor prospects and analyze wealth capacity and philanthropic interests. Track donor engagement and stewardship touchpoints in Raiser’s Edge to support cultivation strategies. Systems Management & Integration Support the integration of online giving platforms (Luminate Online, TeamRaiser, etc.) into Raiser’s Edge. Support testing and implementation of new fundraising technologies and contribute ideas for process improvements. Collaborate with IT and external vendors to ensure data accuracy and system optimization. Maintain compliance with data privacy and security standards. Maintain and manage Airtable as a centralized project management and tracking tool for development operations, including campaign timelines, stewardship workflows, and cross‑team deliverables. Project Management & Cross-Functional Coordination Manage and track development projects across multiple Jhpiego teams—including communications, finance, programs, and leadership—ensuring timelines, deliverables, and stakeholders are aligned. Use Airtable to build and maintain project trackers, campaign calendars, and stewardship pipelines that provide visibility across the development team and partner departments. Coordinate internal workflows for annual fund appeals, impact reports, donor events, and stewardship mailings, proactively identifying bottlenecks and driving tasks to completion. Serve as a reliable point of coordination between the development team and Jhpiego program staff to support reporting, grant compliance milestones, and donor-facing content. Maintain meticulous records and documentation for all active projects, ensuring version control and easy access for team members across time zones and departments. Donor Stewardship & Team Support Assist with drafting, preparing, and mailing donor acknowledgment letters and stewardship materials. Track donor recognition activities and event participation. Support planning and follow-up for donor meetings and engagement events. Provide administrative and logistical support to the Manager, Philanthropy, and broader Development team as needed. Support implementation and reporting of digital fundraising campaigns in collaboration with Marketing & Communications. Contribute to a collaborative, positive, and donor-centered culture within GECO. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree with 1–3 years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising operations, data management, or related field. Relevant internships or hands‑on experience with donor databases will be considered. Experience working with fundraising databases; familiarity with Blackbaud products (Raiser’s Edge) preferred. Willingness and ability to learn new systems and tools quickly. Experience with peer‑to‑peer or online fundraising tools (e.g., TeamRaiser, JustGiving). Strong Excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft Office programs (Word, Teams, Outlook); experience with Airtable or similar project management platforms required. Strong analytical skills with the ability to organize, interpret, and present data clearly. Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills; must be able to manage complex workflows, track multiple concurrent projects, and maintain accuracy under deadline pressure. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment; demonstrated project management skills with the ability to lead cross‑functional workflows from planning through execution. Commitment to confidentiality and ethical handling of donor information. Ability to travel up to 5% of the time. Preferred Qualifications Coursework or certification in fundraising, data analytics, or CRM management. 3+ years of experience supporting individual or foundation fundraising programs. Total Rewards The salary range for this role is expected to be: $47,193 - $57,443. The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees’ health, life, career and retirement. 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