Become a force for nature and a healthy planet by joining the Maryland Chapter’s Philanthropy Team! Our work is focused on two areas where our outcomes can have the greatest impact for the residents of Maryland/DC protecting clean water and tackling climate change. Our efforts span the region, from western Maryland's Central Appalachian forests to our nation's capital and beyond to the Chesapeake Bay. The Philanthropy Coordinator works on a variety of fundraising activities and provides administrative and/or program support.
The Philanthropy Coordinator is part of a dynamic team currently launching a significant fundraising campaign. The Coordinator may be responsible for various activities, including drafting correspondence and acknowledgements, assisting donors, processing and recording gifts, planning logistics of meetings, and managing and updating donor information. They may provide program information to prospects and donors, assist with writing philanthropy publications and proposals, and complete donor research. The Coordinator uses the available fundraising management system to produce donor reports, perform analysis and research, and track prospects and donors. They apply established processes and practices to improve effectiveness. The Coordinator may have substantial contact with staff, donors, legal and financial professionals. They will provide other staff with information they need to make decisions and solve problems and will perform administrative functions as required.
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.
- Serve as a team member for assigned projects.
- Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
- Work overtime as needed.
- Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
- Experience managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
- Experience working and communicating with a wide range of people.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
- Ability to analyze information for preparing reports, coordinating efforts and solving problems.
- Ability to apply research skills.
- Ability to write and edit written materials for use with donor solicitations, member communications, and special events.
- Experience, coursework, or other training in fundraising principles & practices.
- Experience working with databases, including managing and tracking data.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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.