Donor Relations Coordinator

The Donor Relations Coordinator is a part of the Resource Development team and is responsible for overseeing and executing administrative aspects of fundraising activities, gift and data entry, participation in all fundraising activities, and supporting Donor Relations, marketing and communications, direct mail appeals, and special events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in managing donor Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database (Salesforce), including tracking and documentation of cultivation and solicitation activities of giving prospects, generating reports for internal and external purposes, and generating mailing lists.
• Reconcile monthly donations in partnership with the Finance Department.
• Manage in-kind donations.
• Process donations and prepare acknowledgment letters and other correspondence.
• Conduct preliminary research on prospective donors.
• Coordinate production of mailing and digital appeal letters with marketing staff.
• Assemble donor information for events and meetings.
• Maintain guest lists, prepare event registration materials, and assist with event-related tasks, as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
• A commitment to the compassionate service for the vulnerable members of our communities.
• Strong verbal communication, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent understanding of fundraising practices, including Internal Revenue Service regulations.
• Willingness and ability to work in a dynamic environment, in a team setting.
• Strong computer skills, word processing, spreadsheet, CRM, and presentation software. Knowledge of Salesforce preferred.
• Ability to use Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook and donor databases.
• Candidates must be able to pass a criminal and driving record investigation.
• Willingness to travel within Colorado. Possesses a valid Colorado driver's license and must carry automobile liability insurance at the level of $100,000/300,000/100,000.
• Demonstrates commitment to the Mission, Values and Vision of Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in an administrative position, preferably in a nonprofit development office.