Development Coordinator

This position is located in Wilmington, Delaware. The Catholic Diocese of Wilmington is seeking a Development Coordinator to support the fundraising and public relations efforts of Catholic Charities’ ministries and programs within the Diocese of Wilmington.

The schedule for this full-time position is Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.

Essential Functions:

• Supports donor cultivation and relationship management through coordination of personalized follow-up communications with donors, and research of donor capacity and affinity.

• Supports the grant writing process by researching opportunities, assisting in the gathering of information for the preparation of grant applications, and managing submission timelines.

• Utilizes Raiser’s Edge to manage donor information and gifts, record donor communications, and track information on donor capacity and affinity.

• Initiates the gift acknowledgment process, ensuring donors receive prompt and sincere gratitude for their contributions.

• Assists the Development Manager with planning and executing major events, including concerts, 5K walks/runs, Circle of Honor events, and annual tribute dinners. Provides assistance with the distribution of sponsor materials and participant registration to ensure successful events.

• Coordinates social media content production, including contribute engaging content for various social media platforms to increase visibility and support for Catholic Charities ministries and programs, and implementing social media strategies to engage with the community and promote fundraising events and initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Communications, Business Administration, Non-Profit Management, Marketing, or a related discipline with experience in social media management and content creation.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of crafting engaging donor communications and social media content.

• Basic understanding of fundraising principles and donor relationship management.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and adept at learning new software and database systems.

• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to tackling challenges.

• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a team environment.

• Willingness to take initiative and work efficiently under minimal supervision.

• Flexible and adaptable, willing to take on different roles as needed within the development team.

• High level of discretion and ethical approach to fundraising and donor information.

• Ability to build trust and rapport with individuals from diverse cultural, socio-economic, and ethnic backgrounds.

• Willingness to consent to and ability to pass a criminal background check in accordance with applicable laws.

• A genuine interest in and commitment to the mission and values of the Catholic Church and its charitable activities.

Requisition: 50

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.10 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you 18 years of age or older?
• Are you authorized to work in the United States?
• Will you now or in the future require Visa sponsorship?
• Are you willing to undergo a post-offer criminal background check in accordance with applicable laws?
• The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, and may require occasional availability outside of normal business hours to support Development events. Are you available during these times?
• Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Communications, Business Administration, Non-Profit Management, Marketing, or a related discipline with experience in social media management and content creation. If so, please describe in more detail.
• Do you possess a basic understanding of fundraising principles and donor relationship management? If so, please describe in more detail.
• Do you possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and are you capable of crafting engaging donor communications and social media content. If so, please describe in more detail.
• Are you proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and adept at learning new software and database systems?
• Do you possess creative thinking and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges? If so, please describe in more detail.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Social media management/content creation: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Wilmington, DE 19806 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wilmington, DE 19806: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person