Fundraising Assistant (Part-Time)
Position Overview
The Development Coordinator provides key administrative, logistical, and volunteer support to advance the Garden State Council’s fundraising efforts, donor engagement, and special events. As a vital member of the development team, this position focuses on ensuring smooth operations, supporting community outreach initiatives, and helping build relationships that advance the mission of Scouting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and enthusiastic about advancing the mission of Scouting across southern New Jersey.
Responsibilities
Donor Relations & Database Management:
- Maintain accurate donor records in the Blackbaud CRM system, ensuring consistent data entry, gift processing, and data cleanup.
- Generate timely donor acknowledgment letters, emails, and personalized thank-you notes and calls.
- Respond to donor inquiries promptly, providing excellent customer service to strengthen relationships.
Event Coordination:
- Assist in planning and organizing fundraising events, including event registration, participant communication, and vendor coordination.
- Help secure in-kind donations, sponsorships, and auction items for events.
- Support the Development Director with day-of-event logistics, including volunteer coordination, check-in processes, and post-event follow-up.
Volunteer Engagement & Support:
- Help serve as a point of contact for volunteers, ensuring they have the resources and information needed to succeed in their roles.
- Collaborate with the Development Director to create meaningful volunteer experiences that strengthen community connections.
- Maintain accurate records of volunteer participation and contributions to support recognition efforts.
Administrative Support:
- Coordinate and assist with targeted donor communication strategies, including outreach to lapsed donors and recurring gift campaigns.
- Support general office tasks related to the development program, including scheduling, filing, and preparing meeting materials.
Qualifications
- Minimum of one year of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, event support, or volunteer coordination.
- Proficiency with donor management software, with experience using Blackbaud CRM preferred.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing needs.
- A collaborative, self-motivated approach with a commitment to the mission of the Garden State Council.
Work Environment:
- In-office work is required.
- Must have reliable transportation for occasional off-site meetings and events.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for special events.
Benefits
Compensation:
This is a part-time, hourly position. The hourly rate will be commensurate with experience.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the role, and contact information for three references to Deanna Keough, Development Director, at Deanna.Keough@Scouting.org.
The Garden State Council is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace
