Development Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

The International Institute of St. Louis is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Development Coordinator to support our fundraising, donor engagement, and grant efforts. This role plays a vital part in advancing our mission to support and empower immigrant and refugee communities across the St. Louis region.

Donor Stewardship

• Manage gift acknowledgments and thank-you communications

• Coordinate donor updates and impact reports

• Support donor events and appreciation efforts

• Maintain and utilize donor database (Salesforce) for accurate records and reports

• Reconcile donations with financial records and monthly reports

• Lead donor appeals and email/mail campaigns

• Assist with donor engagement materials and outreach

Grant Writing & Management

• Research prospective funding opportunities

• Write and submit grant proposals and reports

• Track grant deadlines, deliverables, and outcomes

Third-Party & Small Development Events

• Serve as point of contact for external fundraising efforts

• Support planning and logistics of smaller-scale development events

• Assist with promotion and coordination

General Development Support

• Collaborate with the marketing team on donor materials

• Maintain development calendar and activity tracking

• Contribute to strategic fundraising and outreach initiatives

• Partner with volunteers, communications, and external relations staff to foster community engagement

Additional Duties

• Assist with organizational tours and events

• Represent the Institute at community outreach or marketing opportunities

• Perform other duties as needed to support department and organizational goals

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• At least 2 years of nonprofit development or grant writing experience

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Highly organized and detail-oriented

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

• Proficiency with MS Office and Salesforce required

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and supporting immigrant/refugee communities

Be part of a passionate team making a meaningful difference. At the International Institute, your work directly supports individuals and families as they build new lives in our region. If you believe that this position matches your requirements, applying for it is a breeze. To apply through our website or to view other job openings, visit iistl.isolvedhire.com/jobs/

INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST LOUIS: OUR STORY

The International Institute of St. Louis, a nonprofit organization, is our community's immigrant service and information hub. Our programs and services for immigrants, their families, and the wider community are locally and nationally acclaimed. We connect new arrivals with services and resources, engage foreign-born and the wider community, and build a more inclusive community .

Our Philosophy of Service: We SERVE with integrity, empathy, and respect. We are ACCOUNTABLE to our clients, our community, and ourselves. We CULTIVATE our clients' dignity through choice. We support all aspects of immigrant and refugee journeys from ARRIVING to THRIVING .

The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements. This is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Candidates of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

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