Development Coordinator, Individual Giving & Special Projects

• Individual Giving & Stewardship
  • Nurture a relationship-centered stewardship plan for individual donors ($250–$2,500), with a focus on timely appreciation and personalized follow-up.
  • Facilitate donor outreach through various channels, including drafting personalized emails, preparing handwritten notes, and scheduling discovery calls.
  • Coordinate donor engagement opportunities, such as center tours or small mission-centered gatherings, to deepen supporter connection to TCR.
  • Update and maintain donor engagement records in the database, ensuring all touchpoints and "next steps" are accurately tracked to support long-term retention.
  • Assist the Development Director in preparing materials for individual donor solicitations and annual renewal strategies.
• Special Projects, including but not limited to:
  • Supporting TCR’s 30th Anniversary campaign, a landmark initiative to secure the organization's future. Coordinate logistics, including tracking timelines and supporting the Committee through meeting preparation and action-item management.
  • Assist with donor research and data tracking, ensuring all pledges are accurately recorded, and donors receive timely, mission-centered updates.
  • Support the launch of new development initiatives, such as a monthly giving program or a targeted digital appeal, by coordinating timelines and preparing outreach materials.
  • Organize the proposal calendar to track upcoming deadlines and submission requirements for donors and funders.
  • Support drafting and assembly of funder proposals and reports by gathering necessary data and supporting documentation.

• A Thoughtful & Personable Communicator: You find joy in the "art of the thank you." You are a natural at drafting warm, personalized notes and feel comfortable engaging in one-on-one conversations that make donors feel seen and valued.
• A Process-Oriented Project Supporter: You enjoy the steady rhythm of relationship-based fundraising. You see the beauty in a well-tracked donor "move" and take pride in ensuring no detail—or donor—falls through the cracks during a major campaign.
• A Humble Teammate: Nothing is beneath or above you. You are quick to always lend a hand or two! You are able to earn influence without authority and naturally seek to support both small projects and large strategic goals.
• An Empathetic and Collaborative Partner: You possess strong emotional intelligence, allowing you to connect with and understand diverse stakeholders, including staff, and foster effective and personable communication across all levels.
• A Discreet and Trusted Professional: You understand the importance of confidentiality and sensitivity when handling donor information and supporting high-level committee meetings.
• Mission-Oriented: You are passionate about TCR’s core belief, that grief is a natural process best supported through community. You believe in the power of bringing people together to build hope and resilience for families navigating loss.

• 1–3 years of experience in development, communications, or administrative support. We value diverse backgrounds and related work experience, including internships, volunteer roles, or part-time positions.
• Impeccable organization; you are highly detail-oriented, and someone who gets a real sense of satisfaction from producing polished work and managing smooth and orderly processes.
• Strong writing and narrative skills; you can take a programmatic update and turn it into a compelling, personalized message for a donor. You have an eye for tone and can adapt your writing to feel both professional and heart-centered.
• Commitment to diversity and community accessibility; you prioritize accessibility in fundraising, always asking, "Who is missing from this space?" You value building a supporter base that reflects our local community and understand the importance of meaningful partnerships. 

• Medical and dental insurance with a competitive company contribution.
• 15 days of paid leave plus all federal holidays.
• Simple IRA with a 3% employer match of employee contributions.

• Office Location: This role is based at our Arlington center (1210 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA).
• Office Schedule: This is a full-time position requiring four days per week in the office.
• Event Attendance: As a core member of the development team, you will be expected to attend all TCR fundraising events and various community outreach events.
• Evening/Weekend Work: Due to the nature of event production and community engagement, some evening and weekend hours are required.

• Early June: Selected candidates will be asked to complete a short-answer questionnaire. 
• Mid-June: Selected candidates will participate in a video interview with TCR staff. 
• Mid-June: Selected candidates will be asked to complete a paid, timed trial project. 
• Late June: Selected candidates will participate in a video panel interview with multiple team members. 
• Early July: Finalist candidates will come in for an in-person interview and a tour of our office. 
• Mid-July: Offer extended.
• August 2026: Anticipated Start Date

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