Development Coordinator

USA The Nature Conservancy

New York, New York

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$26.89–$39.47 Per Hour
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Business Writing, Communication Skills, Conservation, Data Management, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Donor Development, Event Management, File Maintenance, Financial Services, Follow Through, Fundraising, Legal, Logistics, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Plan Meetings, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Project/Program Coordination, Proofreading, Quality Assurance, Reporting Skills, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
New York, New York
POSTED
1 day ago
What We Can Achieve Together:

The Development Coordinator works on a variety of fundraising activities in support of approved tactics and provides administrative and/or program support.

The Development Coordinator may be responsible for various activities, including donor list management, planning logistics of meetings, Legacy Club notifications, maintaining donor files, and pulling global fundraising reports. They are responsible for data quality assurance and updating data, such as contact information or bulk data uploads. They may provide program information to prospects and donors, and assist with other fundraising support, such as event coordination, sending acknowledgements, or basic research, as needed. The Coordinator uses the available fundraising management system to produce donor reports, perform analysis and research, and track prospects and donors. They apply established processes and practices to improve effectiveness. The Coordinator may have substantial contact with staff, donors, legal and financial professionals. They will provide other staff with information they need to make decisions and solve problems. They will perform administrative functions as required.

The Development Coordinator will need to be located in New York City, Chicago, Houston, Seattle, Charlotte, NC or the Washington, DC. Metro area. The Coordinator will need to work from a TNC office a minimum of three days a week in the first year.

We're Looking for You:

We're looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive colleague who is excited to support a fast-paced fundraising team advancing The Nature Conservancy's mission. In this role, you will operate at the center of Regional Strategic Development (RSD) activity-coordinating workflows, managing data, and ensuring fundraisers have the information and tools they need to be effective.

You are someone who thrives on bringing structure to complexity and enjoys working behind the scenes to drive results. You are comfortable managing multiple priorities, tracking details across systems, and collaborating with colleagues across teams and geographies. You take pride in producing high-quality work, maintaining strong data integrity, and anticipating next steps. This is a strong fit if you:
  • Enjoy coordinating projects, timelines, and communications across stakeholders
  • Are skilled at managing and organizing data, systems, and processes
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with a wide range of colleagues
  • Take initiative, solve problems, and follow through on details
  • Are motivated by contributing to mission-driven work and collective impact

In return, you'll join a collaborative and high-performing team working to unlock philanthropic support for critical conservation priorities. This is an opportunity to grow your skills in fundraising operations, gain exposure to global development strategy, and contribute meaningfully to work that benefits people and nature.

What You'll Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree and 1-year experience or equivalent combination.
  • Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
  • Experience managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
  • Experience working and communicating with a wide range of people.
Salary Information:

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $26.89 - $39.47 per hour. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy's mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We're rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it's career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there's many reasons to love life ins

About the Company

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USA The Nature Conservancy

The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people. The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends.

We address the most pressing conservation threats at the largest scale. Thanks to the support of our more than 1 million members, we’ve built a tremendous record of success since our founding in 1951:
  • We've protected more than 119 million acres of land and thousands of miles of rivers worldwide — and we operate more than 100 marine conservation projects globally.
  • We work in all 50 states and more than 72 countries — protecting habitats from grasslands to coral reefs, from Australia to Alaska to Zambia.
  • We address threats to conservation involving climate change, fresh water, oceans, and conservation lands.
COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
FOUNDED
1951
WEBSITE
http://www.nature.org