Donor Engagement & Events Coordinator

What We Can Achieve Together: The Donor Engagement & Events Coordinator creates meaningful donor experiences by coordinating events, stewardship activities, and personalized touchpoints that support strong discovery and cultivation of deeper donor relationships. They ensure fundraisers are fully prepared and positioned for success by managing event logistics, donor information, and engagement opportunities with care and professionalism. We're Looking For You: The Donor Engagement & Events Coordinator strengthens donor relationships by designing and executing meaningful engagement opportunities, high‑quality events, and personalized stewardship experiences. This role focuses on providing the support for frontline fundraisers to successfully build relationships with prospects and donors—through thoughtful event strategy, curated interactions, tailored communications, and well‑coordinated donor touchpoints. The Coordinator designs and delivers donor experiences that spark interest, demonstrate meaningful impact, and drive fundraising success. They oversee event planning, produce engagement content, and coordinate seamlessly with internal partners. What You’ll Bring: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Experience producing high‑touch, donor‑centric events such as salons, small gatherings, or exclusive cultivation experiences, including logistics, timelines and stakeholder communication. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and details simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft donor‑appropriate communications and briefing materials. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with frontline fundraisers, leadership, and cross‑functional teams (e.g., marketing, finance). Experience working within budgets, processing invoices, and coordinating with vendors or contractors. Proficiency with common office and productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace) and comfort working in a donor database or CRM system. Ability to work some evenings or weekends as required for donor events. This is a hybrid position, generally working from our Reno office at least two days per week. Desired Qualifications: Working knowledge of the philanthropic cultures and donor engagement norms of regionally distinct donor communities of Northern and Southern Nevada, specifically the Las Vegas region and Reno/Sparks/Carson City areas. Prior experience preparing staff and leadership for donor interactions, including run‑of‑show documents, talking points, or briefing materials. High attention to detail and commitment to quality, professionalism, and hospitality standards. Experience coordinating volunteers, interns, or temporary staff. Familiarity with nonprofit CRM systems (e.g., Blackbaud, Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or similar). Multi‑lingual skills and multi‑cultural or cross‑cultural experience appreciated. Ability to use existing technology (e.g., Outlook, BBCRM, Teams, Mail Chimp) to produce desired results. Ability to work under pressure, manage repetitive tasks when needed, and maintain professionalism. Knowledge of current trends in fundraising, events, or donor engagement. Working knowledge of the basics of charitable gift planning. This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit the Auto Safety information page. Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record. Salary Information: The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $71,500 – $80,000. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment. Who We Are: The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor. One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.” What We Bring: Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world! TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here. We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ. Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process. Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings! TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to View email address on click.appcast.io with Request for Accommodation in the subject line. The Nature Conservancy is a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive. Founded in the U.S. through grassroots action in 1951, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than a million members and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and over 400 scientists, we impact conservation in 79 countries and territories: 37 by direct conservation impact and 42 through partners. To conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Our vision is a world where the diversity of life thrives, and people act to conserve nature for its own sake and its ability to fulfill our needs and enrich our lives.