Development Coordinator

Development Coordinator (Part-Time)

Deutsches Altenheim Foundation (DAF) Location: West Roxbury, MA (on-site with some flexibility)

Reports to: Chief Development Officer

Schedule: ~24 hours/week

About Deutsches Altenheim Foundation

Deutsches Altenheim Foundation (DAF) is a 501(c)(3) supporting organization dedicated to advancing the mission of German Centre. As the philanthropic arm of German Centre, DAF engages individuals, businesses, and foundations to fuel life-enhancing programs and exceptional care for older adults across Greater Boston.

About German Centre

Founded in 1914, German Centre is a top-ranked eldercare nonprofit serving 230 seniors and their families-of all backgrounds-through a continuum of high-quality, compassionate, individualized care. Our 14-acre West Roxbury campus includes skilled nursing and short-term rehab, a long-term memory care neighborhood (Schrafft Pavilion), traditional assisted living and memory support assisted living (Edelweiss Village), and an adult day health program (Senior Place).

Position Overview

Deutsches Altenheim Foundation seeks a motivated and detail-oriented Development Coordinator to join our growing Office of Philanthropy. This is a part-time position supporting all aspects of fundraising and donor relations in a small, collaborative environment. The Development Coordinator will report directly to the Chief Development Officer and play a key role in managing day-to-day fundraising operations, maintaining donor records, and supporting the organization's philanthropic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Annual Fund Management: Coordinate annual giving activities, including mailings, acknowledgments, and donor stewardship.
• Gift Processing: Accurately record and process all charitable contributions, ensuring timely acknowledgments and compliance with data entry standards.
• Database Management: Maintain the donor database (currently Raiser's Edge NXT), ensuring accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality of donor records.
• Grant Support: Assist with grant preparation, submission tracking, and reporting.
• Event Support: Provide logistical and administrative support for fundraising events and donor engagement activities.
• Grateful Patient Program Support: Assist with the daily review and screening of new admissions to identify prospective donors, and participate in relationship-building efforts with high-capacity patients and families while still in care at German Centre
• General Office Support: Assist with correspondence, file management, and other administrative tasks as assigned in support of the Office of Philanthropy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in fundraising, nonprofit administration, or related field preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with donor databases and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a small, fast-paced office.
• Outgoing and personable demeanor; must be comfortable interacting with resident, patients, and families in care settings.
• A collaborative spirit and a positive, can-do attitude.

Compensation and Schedule

This is a part-time position (approximately 24 hours per week). Schedule can be flexible within standard business hours. Occasional event support may occur outside of typical hours with notice. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

To Apply

Please email your resume and brief cover letter describing your interest in the position to cmahan@germancentre.org, with the subject line Development Coordinator – Deutsches Altenheim Foundation.

DAF/German Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The salary range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. The final salary offered will be determined based on a comprehensive evaluation of factors, which may include, but are not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, skills, qualifications, market and business considerations, and geographic location.

Deutsches Altenheim is an equal opportunity employer, veterans & disability. All qualified individuals will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, genetics, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran status or any other status that is protected by local, state or federal law.

Deutsches Altenheim conducts extensive background checks and professional references for all potential employees. You must be able to provide a recent physical and required immunizations.

Salary : $30,000 - $36,000