Senior Development Coordinator

Work Location : Columbus, OH; Hybrid Flexibility Employment/FLSA Status : Full-Time/Exempt Reports To : Director of Development Salary Range : $53,000 to $58,000/year. + bonus opportunity About Besa Besa is on a mission to transform the volunteer experience by bringing the community together in meaningful, impactful ways. Besa is an Albanian term that means "to keep the promise," and more than a decade into its work, Besa is keeping its promise to Central Ohio. Since launching in 2012, our team has rallied 98,000 volunteers, giving 245,000 hours through 15,000 service projects, and has facilitated $97M in community impact. Besa sits at the center of Central Ohio’s volunteer ecosystem - connecting individuals and businesses with 205+ nonprofit partners, designing and delivering volunteer programs that meet real community needs, strengthening nonprofit capacity, and making community-wide service possible at scale. About the Role Besa is seeking a Senior Development Coordinator to keep our advancement team connected, informed, and ready to move our work forward. You’ll own the department’s administration and core systems, ensuring our information is accurate, our reporting is timely, and our team has what it needs to build strong relationships and grow Besa’s impact. Besa’s revenue is evenly split between earned income from our social enterprise and contributed income from philanthropy. You’ll support both through well-managed systems, organized records, and thoughtful coordination. From improving a process to translating data into a compelling grant report, your work will help the team follow through on commitments and communicate the difference Besa makes. This role calls for someone who brings both precision and perspective: an organized systems thinker, a strong writer, and a collaborative teammate who sees how the details connect to the larger mission. If you enjoy creating order, finding stories in data, and helping a team do its best work, we’d love to hear from you. Primary Responsibilities Department Administration, Systems & Reporting Own the day-to-day administration of the Advancement Department, coordinating information, records, deadlines, and follow-through across philanthropy and earned revenue activities. Manage Besa’s advancement CRMs, Bloomerang and HubSpot, including system administration, data integrity, reporting, and ongoing improvements that help the team work effectively. Maintain secure, organized, and accessible departmental documents and records, ensuring colleagues can find and use the information they need. Maintain and evolve dashboards and reports that help the team understand donor and business partner engagement, track revenue activity, and identify opportunities for follow-up. Manage grant reporting timelines and submissions, gathering information from colleagues and translating program data and outcomes into clear, compelling reports. Identify and improve administrative processes that strengthen coordination, reduce duplication, and support timely follow-through. Relationship Support & Communications Coordinate donation processing, gift entry, and donor acknowledgments, ensuring accurate records and timely communications. Support prospect research and prepare information and materials for leadership’s meetings with donors, funders, and business partners. Support fundraising events and related communications, tracking participation and coordinating follow-up. Respond promptly and thoughtfully to questions from donors, partners, and colleagues. Undertake additional duties as assigned, contributing flexibly to the dynamic needs of the organization and furthering the overall mission of Besa. Our Ideal Candidate Three years of experience in advancement operations, donor relations, fundraising support, or a related role. Experience managing departmental administration, including organizing records, coordinating deadlines, and supporting timely follow-through across a team. Experience administering CRMs, including system configuration, donor and partner records, data integrity, reporting, and dashboards. Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to turn data and program results into clear, compelling reports and communications. Experience coordinating grant reporting, including tracking requirements and deadlines, gathering information, preparing reports, and submitting them on time. Sound judgment when handling sensitive information and maintaining confidential records. Experience supporting donor email communications and fundraising campaigns. Comfort learning new technology and improving systems and processes to help a team work more effectively. Proficient in using technology, including Bloomerang, HubSpot, Monday.com, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Suite. Familiarity with the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS/Traction). A commitment to Besa’s mission and an interest in strengthening community through service. To succeed in this role, the individual must effectively perform each essential duty. The physical demands and work environment outlined below are representative of those encountered while fulfilling the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations can be arranged for individuals with disabilities. Regularly use a computer and engage with co-workers in both office and virtual environments. Frequently stand or sit to complete work, with occasional lifting and movement of up to 40 pounds. Reliable transportation is required due to occasional local travel, including a valid Ohio Driver’s license. Responsible for providing a phone and ensuring an adequate workspace at home for completing all work. Why Besa At Besa, our unwavering commitment to our mission is the heartbeat of our organization. We hold these core values close to our hearts, and we seek team members who share in this ethos: Lead with Heart: We approach every situation with empathy, open hearts and open minds. We support our teammates internally as passionately as we support others externally. We empower each other to do good work and enthusiastically roll up our sleeves to dive in at any level needed. Be Fearless: We think forward, welcome ideas, and remain solutions-focused. Driven by curiosity and independent thinking, we take risks and stay agile. Accountability is key in our pursuit to innovate without fear of failure, as every setback teaches us something valuable, prompting necessary changes and growth. Bring People Together: We value human connection and strive to strengthen and inspire it through people and technology. Our collaborative culture is driven by a strong sense of community, fostering open communication with love and respect. We believe in the power of working together to achieve the greater good. Serve with Kindness: We are present, actively listening, and genuinely caring in every interaction. By embracing our best, most authentic selves and providing a sense of purpose, we foster a positive environment. We do this with joy, striving daily to be the good—together, and inspiring others to join us in our mission. Joining Besa means embracing these core values, contributing to a mission-driven environment, and being part of a team that seeks to make a positive impact on the world, one connection at a time. What We Offer Joining Besa comes with a range of benefits aimed at supporting your well-being, professional growth, and alignment with our mission: Energetic and collaborative team environment passionately dedicated to our mission of doing good. Flexible, hybrid work environment that values work-life balance Award-winning entrepreneurial nonprofit making a positive impact. Headquarters located in Columbus, Ohio's Brewery District, within a collaborative and inspiring workspace. Generous PTO policy, Summer Fridays, and an additional 10 paid holidays. Competitive medical, dental and vision benefits, along with retirement and short-term and long-term disability benefits. Participate in volunteering activities, team retreats, and immerse yourself in a vibrant company culture. Besa is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace. While this job description is designed to represent the job requirements, additional duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed at any time with or without notice. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship and will undergo a criminal background check prior to hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr Besa