Development Coordinator
Join our community and experience Emerson College!The Development Coordinator reports to the Senior Development Officer and supports and assists with the day-to-day management of the Development Department of the Office of the Arts.
This position will also be a primary logistics manager for development events throughout the year (of varying scale).
The Coordinator will facilitate much coordination between other departments in the Office of the Arts (i.
e.
marketing, audience services, production, performing multiple administrative and fundraising coordinator duties that contribute to the overall functionality and success of the Office of the Arts.
They will support fundraising efforts for a robust annual giving program and in time, help manage a portfolio of entry level donors.
POSITION SUMMARYThe Development Coordinator reports to the Senior Development Officer and supports and assists with the day-to-day management of the Development Department of the Office of the Arts.
This position will also be a primary logistics manager for development events throughout the year (of varying scale).
The Coordinator will facilitate much coordination between other departments in the Office of the Arts (i.
e.
marketing, audience services, production, performing multiple administrative and fundraising coordinator duties that contribute to the overall functionality and success of the Office of the Arts.
They will support overall stewardship and fundraising efforts for a robust annual giving program for donors of varying scale.
The Coordinator will also solicit and manage an assigned portfolio of entry level donors and be responsible for meeting set annual goals within their donor segment.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Manage all logistical planning and execution of annual fundraising and donor events, including donor communications for large level fundraising galas and events, with guests ranging from high profile donors and prospects to Emerson College and community leaders.
Manage and solicit an assigned portfolio of entry level donors in the 0-$100 segment Plan, manage, and execute donor cultivation and stewardship events with leadership and Senior Development Officer.
Convert patrons and friends to annual supporters and partner with Development Team on donor acquisition, retention and upgrades through assigned cultivation and stewardship efforts; including benefit fulfillment Serve as an active prospect identifier and conduct prospect research for the Senior Development Officer and Foundation Relations Manager.
Work with Institutional Advancement and Advancement Services to screen for wealth and give capacity scores.
Assist the development team with preparation of annual appeal solicitation documents and mailings.
Partner in planning and implementing multiple direct mail (physical and digital) appeals annually.
Involves working with printers, mail-fulfillment vendors, and key organization staff.
Work with the Senior Development Officer and Marketing team on theme, and artistic concepts.
Provide excellent communication and customer service, anticipating and exceeding the needs of our prospects, donors, members and friends.
Oversee the creation and prompt delivery of all ArtsEmerson and HowlRound donor acknowledgement letters for gift officers and OA leadership Work closely with the Senior Development Officer and other department staff in coordination of fundraising strategies that integrate with the organization's initiatives.
Partner with the Development Operations Manager for creation of reports, gift processing, appeals and mailing lists, develop criteria for list pulls to track success.
Track budgets, progress, deadlines, goals and objectives related to annual giving and event responsibilities and metrics.
Lead organization of Development Google Drive folder.
Manage schedule of and agendas for interdepartmental, event-based meetings, such as project and debrief meetings, weekly department meetings with calendar review, etc.
Assist Senior Development Officer with calendar scheduling of donor meetings when needed.
Create and update, as necessary, departmental events and deadlines on calendar platforms, such as EMS, Google, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS - Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to effectively perform job.
Bachelor's Degree in Arts Administration or arts-related business/marketing field preferred, but not required 3-5 years of relevant experience in development and administration in an office environment, event planning and hosting, database administration, and personal interaction required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.
Must possess knowledge of fundraising principles and practices and maintain a professional, polished demeanor.
Detail-oriented, with strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills.
Initiative and independence in carrying out responsibilities, , with the ability to work autonomously Excellent organization skills with an ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and a variety of demands High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suites is required.
Strong self-motivation and the ability to work as a team member.
Commitment to maintain confidentiality and a high degree of accuracy in donor & members records.
Possess a strong ability to think critically and gather and analyze information from a variety of sources to fully understand a problem.
Make decisions and solve problems using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment.
Proactively anticipate needs and prioritize action steps.
Strong self-motivation and the ability to work as a team member.
Commitment to maintain confidentiality and a high degree of accuracy in donor & members records.
Must be able to work in an environment of constant demands and frequent interruptions.
Must have reliable transportation.
Demonstrated writing skills and abilities for print and social media, appropriate for diverse audiences and purposes.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, spirit of cooperation and positive reactions to change and conflict resolution.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, both written and oral which transcend diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and relate well to donors, members, staff, and others while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
Demonstrated motivational and problem-solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission of the organization.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES - Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Prolonged sitting and standing Requires ability to lift and move objects that are light Requires ability to move materials occasionallyWORK ENVIRONMENT - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
Usual Office ConditionsCompensation Grade 23-05NECOMPENSATIONCompensation for this position will be between $21.
05 - $25.
26 hourly, commensurate with experience.
This position is primarily a hybrid role with mandatory days in the office as needed.
The hybrid arrangement will be made upon hire.
Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the Boston campus in order to ensure operational effectiveness.
Grade of Position:
23-05NEScheduled Weekly Hours:
36.
25In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members.
We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20
hours per week.
Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible.
Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.
Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.
Recommended Skills Administration Agenda Development Analytical Attention To Detail Coaching And Mentoring Communication Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
This position will also be a primary logistics manager for development events throughout the year (of varying scale).
The Coordinator will facilitate much coordination between other departments in the Office of the Arts (i.
e.
marketing, audience services, production, performing multiple administrative and fundraising coordinator duties that contribute to the overall functionality and success of the Office of the Arts.
They will support fundraising efforts for a robust annual giving program and in time, help manage a portfolio of entry level donors.
POSITION SUMMARYThe Development Coordinator reports to the Senior Development Officer and supports and assists with the day-to-day management of the Development Department of the Office of the Arts.
This position will also be a primary logistics manager for development events throughout the year (of varying scale).
The Coordinator will facilitate much coordination between other departments in the Office of the Arts (i.
e.
marketing, audience services, production, performing multiple administrative and fundraising coordinator duties that contribute to the overall functionality and success of the Office of the Arts.
They will support overall stewardship and fundraising efforts for a robust annual giving program for donors of varying scale.
The Coordinator will also solicit and manage an assigned portfolio of entry level donors and be responsible for meeting set annual goals within their donor segment.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Manage all logistical planning and execution of annual fundraising and donor events, including donor communications for large level fundraising galas and events, with guests ranging from high profile donors and prospects to Emerson College and community leaders.
Manage and solicit an assigned portfolio of entry level donors in the 0-$100 segment Plan, manage, and execute donor cultivation and stewardship events with leadership and Senior Development Officer.
Convert patrons and friends to annual supporters and partner with Development Team on donor acquisition, retention and upgrades through assigned cultivation and stewardship efforts; including benefit fulfillment Serve as an active prospect identifier and conduct prospect research for the Senior Development Officer and Foundation Relations Manager.
Work with Institutional Advancement and Advancement Services to screen for wealth and give capacity scores.
Assist the development team with preparation of annual appeal solicitation documents and mailings.
Partner in planning and implementing multiple direct mail (physical and digital) appeals annually.
Involves working with printers, mail-fulfillment vendors, and key organization staff.
Work with the Senior Development Officer and Marketing team on theme, and artistic concepts.
Provide excellent communication and customer service, anticipating and exceeding the needs of our prospects, donors, members and friends.
Oversee the creation and prompt delivery of all ArtsEmerson and HowlRound donor acknowledgement letters for gift officers and OA leadership Work closely with the Senior Development Officer and other department staff in coordination of fundraising strategies that integrate with the organization's initiatives.
Partner with the Development Operations Manager for creation of reports, gift processing, appeals and mailing lists, develop criteria for list pulls to track success.
Track budgets, progress, deadlines, goals and objectives related to annual giving and event responsibilities and metrics.
Lead organization of Development Google Drive folder.
Manage schedule of and agendas for interdepartmental, event-based meetings, such as project and debrief meetings, weekly department meetings with calendar review, etc.
Assist Senior Development Officer with calendar scheduling of donor meetings when needed.
Create and update, as necessary, departmental events and deadlines on calendar platforms, such as EMS, Google, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS - Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to effectively perform job.
Bachelor's Degree in Arts Administration or arts-related business/marketing field preferred, but not required 3-5 years of relevant experience in development and administration in an office environment, event planning and hosting, database administration, and personal interaction required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.
Must possess knowledge of fundraising principles and practices and maintain a professional, polished demeanor.
Detail-oriented, with strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills.
Initiative and independence in carrying out responsibilities, , with the ability to work autonomously Excellent organization skills with an ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and a variety of demands High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suites is required.
Strong self-motivation and the ability to work as a team member.
Commitment to maintain confidentiality and a high degree of accuracy in donor & members records.
Possess a strong ability to think critically and gather and analyze information from a variety of sources to fully understand a problem.
Make decisions and solve problems using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment.
Proactively anticipate needs and prioritize action steps.
Strong self-motivation and the ability to work as a team member.
Commitment to maintain confidentiality and a high degree of accuracy in donor & members records.
Must be able to work in an environment of constant demands and frequent interruptions.
Must have reliable transportation.
Demonstrated writing skills and abilities for print and social media, appropriate for diverse audiences and purposes.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, spirit of cooperation and positive reactions to change and conflict resolution.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, both written and oral which transcend diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and relate well to donors, members, staff, and others while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
Demonstrated motivational and problem-solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission of the organization.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES - Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Prolonged sitting and standing Requires ability to lift and move objects that are light Requires ability to move materials occasionallyWORK ENVIRONMENT - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
Usual Office ConditionsCompensation Grade 23-05NECOMPENSATIONCompensation for this position will be between $21.
05 - $25.
26 hourly, commensurate with experience.
This position is primarily a hybrid role with mandatory days in the office as needed.
The hybrid arrangement will be made upon hire.
Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the Boston campus in order to ensure operational effectiveness.
Grade of Position:
23-05NEScheduled Weekly Hours:
36.
25In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members.
We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20
hours per week.
Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible.
Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.
Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.
Recommended Skills Administration Agenda Development Analytical Attention To Detail Coaching And Mentoring Communication Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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