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Development Coordinator
Organization Type: Nonprofit, Faith-Based
Part-Time | 20 hours/week (hybrid, 2 days in office)
About BELOVED
BELOVED is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that has served adult clients healing from sexual exploitation in Atlanta since 2012. We provide long-term, trauma-informed residential and clinical care grounded in dignity, consistency, and community. BELOVED operates with a strong clinical lens and a commitment to ethical, respectful engagement—with the clients we serve, our staff, and our supporters.
Role Overview
The Development Coordinator supports BELOVED’s fundraising and donor engagement efforts through strong stewardship, systems management, and clear communication. This role focuses on individual donor stewardship (under $10,000), development operations, donor communications, and coordination with external grant partners.
The Development Coordinator works closely with the Development Director to support day-to-day execution of the development strategy, maintain accurate systems, and ensure timely follow-up across donor relationships. This is a relational and detail-oriented role requiring strong organization, follow-through, and sound judgment.
Core Responsibilities
Individual Donor Stewardship
- Support stewardship of individual donors giving under $10,000 annually
- Manage donor communications and follow-up via email, text, and invitations
- Track donor interactions and next steps in Trello
- Support donor retention and identify opportunities for cultivation in partnership with the Development Director
Development Systems & Pipeline Management
- Provide administrative and systems support to the development function in coordination with the Development Director and Operations Manager
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date donor records and pipeline tracking
- Ensure development tasks are clearly documented, assigned, and time-bound
- Support reporting and progress tracking toward development goals
Foundation & Grant Coordination
- Serve as the internal point person for grant coordination
- Maintain grant documentation, timelines, and internal approvals
- Support grant submissions with narratives, data, and attachments
- Review grant drafts for accuracy and alignment with BELOVED’s mission
- Participate in monthly meetings with external grant partners
Donor Messaging & Communications
- Draft and manage donor-facing communications consistent with BELOVED’s brand and tone
- Coordinate with communications staff and contractors as needed
Events & Donor Engagement
- Support donor engagement efforts connected to events and gatherings
- Manage donor follow-up, stewardship, and documentation related to events
- Ensure donor touchpoints are timely, thoughtful, and tracked
Internal Collaboration
- Maintain regular check-ins and communication with the Development Director
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners as needed
- Support leadership with development updates and materials for board meetings
Core Systems & Tools
- Trello – donor pipeline and development tracking
- Givebutter – donor management and reporting
- Google Drive – development and grant documentation
- Slack - cross functional communication
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Communications, Project Management, Social Sciences, or a related field preferred. Equivalent professional experience in nonprofit development, project management, or donor engagement may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Qualifications
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail
- Comfort working with donor data, tracking systems, and confidential information
- Reliable follow-through and proactive problem-solving
- Ability to receive feedback and work collaboratively in a team environment
- Experience in nonprofit development or transferable experience in administrative coordination, project management, or relationship-based roles
Salary : $10,000