Dogwood Alliance is an organization dedicated to protecting Southern US forests through grassroots action and advocacy. The Development Coordinator will support multi-channel fundraising activities, including digital campaigns and event coordination, while collaborating closely with the Development Director.
Responsibilities
- Data Management: Knowledge of Bonterra’s EveryAction donor management software (CRM), or similar, to maintain accurate donor records, track metrics, and generate reports
- Strategy Development: Co-create and implement comprehensive, multi-channel fundraising campaigns to meet financial targets
- Grant Applications: Research foundations and assist with funding requests and reports
- Event Management: Assist in planning and execution of local, regional, and national fundraising events
- Marketing & Communications: Collaborate with teams to create compelling promotional materials, direct mail, and email campaigns
- Provide administrative and data entry support for fundraising efforts. Weekly Gift Entry and Reporting tasks:
- Retrieve Dogwood’s mail from downtown PO Box
- Enter gifts sent via check, cash, EFT, and 3rd party platforms into database
- Acknowledge gifts (ex. sending thank you notes and/or premium gifts to donors)
- Prepare and hand-deliver deposits to member of Finance and Operations team
- Create weekly reports for Development Director and Dogwood’s bookkeeper
- Track and report metrics
- Research individuals and foundations
- Conduct, record, and share regular research on individual donors and prospects
- Conduct, record, and share regular research on foundations
- Provide logistical assistance to support fundraising and donor appreciation events locally, regionally, and nationally
- As needed (approximately one event per month) Provide logistical support for events such as panel discussions, house parties, film screenings, and curated walks/hikes
- Work with internal teams and external vendors to design and/or print supporting materials, such as invitations, programs, take-aways, and follow-up
Skills
- Entry-level experience
- Valid NC driver's license
- Reliable personal transportation
- Knowledge of Bonterra's EveryAction donor management software (CRM), or similar
- Proficiency with fundraising or advocacy CRM
- Experience with providing high quality logistical support to donor appreciation or fundraising events
- Demonstrated accuracy and prompt and clear communication
- Desire to participate in all aspects of non-profit fundraising
- Proficient written, verbal, and interpersonal skills for donor and team interaction
- Ability to analyze donor data and campaign metrics to guide decisions
- Technical skills: Google, Slack, Canva (or similar graphic design program), database systems
- Comfortable embedding and integrating their fundraising work with principles of equity and inclusion
Benefits
- Health insurance
- SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with employer contribution
- Generous paid time off
- Excellent working environment
Company Overview
- Dogwood Alliance is a nonprofit organization that protects forests and communities from destructive industrial logging. It was founded in 1998, and is headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://www.dogwoodalliance.org.