Development Coordinator (Full-Time)

Description

Ready to turn your energy and passion into real impact? Join Animal Friends and help power a future where every animal is treated with compassion and care. The Development Coordinator supports Animal Friends’ vision of a humane and compassionate future for every animal friend. As part of our core values we are Solution-Driven, Resourceful and Compassionate; driven by Integrity; and committed to Excellence.

We’re looking for a driven, people-focused Development Coordinator who thrives on building connections, spotting opportunities, and making things happen. This isn’t a behind-the-scenes-only role—you’ll be front and center in creating meaningful donor experiences, growing community engagement, and fueling the fundraising engine that supports our life-saving work.

You’ll join a collaborative, mission-driven team that celebrates big ideas, supports each other, and knows how to rally around a cause. If you love fast-paced environments, connecting with people, and seeing the direct results of your work, you’ll fit right in.

For more than 80 years, Animal Friends has continually set – and raised – the bar for humane programming in the Pittsburgh region. Our 75-acre campus serves as a center of compassion and hope for thousands of homeless pets annually. As a full-service companion animal resource community, Animal Friends supports the region by providing tens of thousands of affordable services and impacting more than 200,000 lives through humane education, pet behavior classes, pet therapy and our pet food bank each year. Animal Friends is proud to continue to save lives . . . simply put, because it’s what we do. 

What You’ll Do

• Build authentic, lasting relationships with donors through calls, emails, and in-person engagement—including tours that bring our mission to life 
• Be a key player in delivering an outstanding donor experience, from first gift to long-term engagement 
• Own and manage donor data systems, turning information into actionable insights and compelling reports 
• Lead coordination of Tribute & Memorial Gifts and energize our Recurring Giving/Circle of Friends program 
• Help drive Peer-to-Peer fundraising efforts that expand our reach and activate new supporters 
• Partner with the Grant Writer to keep momentum strong through timely and accurate grant reporting 
• Gain valuable experience with the creation and submission of certain grants with the guidance of the grant writer
• Support donor outreach efforts—helping secure gifts, pledges, and deeper engagement 
• Spot opportunities to grow giving and bring fresh, creative ideas to the table 
• Track and monitor revenue streams, helping ensure fundraising goals stay on target 
• Create clear, engaging reports and presentations that showcase impact and progress 
• Support and inspire volunteers and interns, helping them feel connected to the mission 
• Help support events, in partnership with our Special Events Manager, including our signature Black Tie & Tails Gala, bringing energy and teamwork to every detail 
• Pitch in across the Development team—because big impact takes all of us working together 

Requirements

• Strong communication skills and a natural ability to connect with people 
• A proactive, go-getter mindset—you don’t wait for direction, you look for ways to contribute 
• A passion for delivering exceptional experiences and building relationships that last 
• Comfort juggling multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment 
• A team-first attitude with the confidence to take initiative 
• Thoughtfulness, discretion, and emotional intelligence when working with donors 
• Openness to embrace new and emerging technology and data analysis
• A genuine commitment to equity, inclusion, and welcoming diverse perspectives   
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or a minimum of five years of relevant experience 
• 3 years of nonprofit fundraising experience preferred 
• Experience with Bloomerang or similar CRM systems 
• Reliable transportation and ability to work onsite regularly, with occasional local travel 
• Flexibility for evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events, including the Black Tie & Tails Gala 
• A deep passion for the mission of Animal Friends, Inc.