The Philanthropy Coordinator is part of the NY Philanthropy Team located in The Nature Conservancy New York’s Central/Western Chapter. The Philanthropy Coordinator works on a variety of fundraising activities, Board of Trustees management, and administrative and program support. This position is based in Rochester, New York, and reports to the Senior Philanthropy Officer.
The Philanthropy Coordinator will be responsible for various activities, including drafting correspondence and acknowledgements, assisting donors with asset transfers, planning logistics of meetings, and assisting with the planning of special events for prospects and donors. The Coordinator will perform administrative functions for key senior staff and will act as the chapter’s board liaison. The Coordinator may provide program information to prospects and donors, assist with the preparation and assembly of proposals to foundations, corporations and other donors and assist with donor research. The Coordinator will use the fundraising management system to produce reports and perform analysis and research. The Coordinator will provide other staff with information they need to make decisions and solve problems and may have substantial contact with staff, donors, legal and financial professionals.
This description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities for this job. In addition, there may be expectations for work outside of the local business unit.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE
- Does not supervise any staff, but may supervise volunteers, interns, or temporary staff.
- Duties are performed under general supervision and established guidelines.
- Financial responsibility may include working within a budget, purchasing, processing invoices, contracting with vendors, and assisting with budget tracking.
- Refers difficult questions and unusual problems to supervisor.
- Serves as a team member for assigned projects.
- Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
- Works overtime as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 1-year experience or equivalent combination.
- Experience using MS Office.
- Experience managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
- Experience working and communicating with a wide range of people.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to analyze information for the purpose of preparing reports, coordinating efforts and solving problems.
- Ability to apply research skills.
- Experience, coursework, or other training in fundraising principles & practices.
- Experience working with databases, including managing and tracking data.
- Solid knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Office along with technical ability to master database management systems.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.