New River Community College
Development Coordinator, College of Health Professions and School of Dentistry
New River Community College, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Duties & Responsibilities
The Development Coordinator works directly with Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) colleagues to achieve Virginia Commonwealth University's (VCU) fundraising and engagement goals by performing a wide variety of administrative, logistical, operational, and technical tasks for designated colleges, schools, and units (CSU). The Development Coordinator serves as the central point of contact for responding to constituent inquiries, anticipating volunteer and donor needs for information and leveraging university resources for the School and Dentistry and College of Health Professions fundraising teams.
As the Development Coordinator, you will
Provide support for administrative needs, including but not limited to, managing calendars, planning travel and donor visit itineraries, conducting and compiling preliminary research, drafting letters, drafting briefs, maintaining Excel documentation, providing fiscal/budget support, and project management;
Provide timely and accurate travel, purchasing, and reimbursement assistance for fundraising staff;
Coordinate, implement, and track donor acknowledgement processes by drafting personal and detailed acknowledgement letters and other special correspondence as needed; inform the major gift officer assigned to that donor and others (deans, faculty members) as appropriate;
Assist with planning and execution of events that support fundraising and stewardship for designated CSUs, such as group dinners, alumni reunion weekend, etc.;
Enter development actions with donors into VCU's donor database;
Provide assistance with donor and gift intent data integrity to Gifts and Records Management, when issues of clarification arise; share and update changes of contact information and biographical records;
Support donor relations/stewardship projects and initiatives, including creating and tracking university gift agreements, assisting with correspondence/mailings/reports for endowment donors and donors in the university's annual and planned giving societies;
Assist in assembling development proposals that are presented to prospective donors;
Serve as initial point of contact for the office; determine matters that require the attention of others and refer and elevate as needed;
Maintain confidentiality while determining appropriate responses to sensitive and complex issues;
Think strategically, anticipate necessary actions, and provide support materials independently;
Take and share meeting minutes;
Draft development team meeting agendas;
Participate in trainings and share information with the team;
Serve as an active team player in projects or activities that require full team collaboration;
Anticipate project needs and discern priorities within budget and deadline.
As a team member, you will
Demonstrate appreciation for the mission and aspirations of VCU.
Display a strong commitment to organizational success and delivering on individual responsibilities as a university citizen.
Demonstrate a commitment to the pursuit of excellence, high achievement and ongoing professional development by proactively seeking opportunities to develop new capabilities, skills, and knowledge.
Establish, cultivate, and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal partners.
Demonstrate a commitment to the highest quality service to internal and external communities.
Demonstrate an open-minded approach to understanding people from all backgrounds, identities, abilities, perspectives, and experiences.
Ensure work is completed accurately and within deadlines. Set high standards, exhibit a positive attitude, maintain strict confidentiality, and show exemplary work ethic.
Reflect DAR's and VCU's core purpose and values.
Minimum qualifications
Undergraduate degree from an accredited university, or equivalent experience in a fast‑paced, complex environment
Computer proficiency and experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and Google Suite
Ability to work both independently and part of a team
Ability to manage time efficiently, prioritize work, and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to implement and manage budgets and project plans
Demonstrated strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication, including the ability to convey complex information clearly and professionally
High level of customer service with the ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external audiences
Ability to navigate complex working environments with multiple stakeholders and willing and able to ask for help as needed
Motivated by mission‑driven work
Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
Preferred qualifications
Experience with scheduling and calendar management, specifically Google Calendar
Experience managing and tracking travel reimbursements and knowledge of procurement policies and procedures
Experience with facilitating stewardship and donor relations initiatives
Experience planning and executing events
Previous experience working in a non‑profit organization and/or university advancement
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter for consideration. Priority will be given to applicants who apply by Nov. 7.
Additional information Benefits All full‑time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax‑deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well‑being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.
VCU is also committed to hiring veterans. The University will include a veteran's period(s) of military service in calculations of the annual leave accrual rate. This may provide veterans with an increased leave accrual.
Unit Development MBU
Department Campus Development
Salary Range $45,000 - $55,000
VCU job title Coordinator 1, Development
FLSA Exemption Status Non‑Exempt
Hours per Week 40
Restricted Position No
ORP Eligible No
Eligible sponsorship (e.g. H‑IB visa status, etc.) No
Wireless stipend Not eligible
Flexible Work Arrangement Hybrid; Must be within commuting distance to Richmond, VA and available to come into the office at least 4 days per week.
Questions? Email DAR Talent Management atdartalentmgmt@vcu.edu
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As the Development Coordinator, you will
Provide support for administrative needs, including but not limited to, managing calendars, planning travel and donor visit itineraries, conducting and compiling preliminary research, drafting letters, drafting briefs, maintaining Excel documentation, providing fiscal/budget support, and project management;
Provide timely and accurate travel, purchasing, and reimbursement assistance for fundraising staff;
Coordinate, implement, and track donor acknowledgement processes by drafting personal and detailed acknowledgement letters and other special correspondence as needed; inform the major gift officer assigned to that donor and others (deans, faculty members) as appropriate;
Assist with planning and execution of events that support fundraising and stewardship for designated CSUs, such as group dinners, alumni reunion weekend, etc.;
Enter development actions with donors into VCU's donor database;
Provide assistance with donor and gift intent data integrity to Gifts and Records Management, when issues of clarification arise; share and update changes of contact information and biographical records;
Support donor relations/stewardship projects and initiatives, including creating and tracking university gift agreements, assisting with correspondence/mailings/reports for endowment donors and donors in the university's annual and planned giving societies;
Assist in assembling development proposals that are presented to prospective donors;
Serve as initial point of contact for the office; determine matters that require the attention of others and refer and elevate as needed;
Maintain confidentiality while determining appropriate responses to sensitive and complex issues;
Think strategically, anticipate necessary actions, and provide support materials independently;
Take and share meeting minutes;
Draft development team meeting agendas;
Participate in trainings and share information with the team;
Serve as an active team player in projects or activities that require full team collaboration;
Anticipate project needs and discern priorities within budget and deadline.
As a team member, you will
Demonstrate appreciation for the mission and aspirations of VCU.
Display a strong commitment to organizational success and delivering on individual responsibilities as a university citizen.
Demonstrate a commitment to the pursuit of excellence, high achievement and ongoing professional development by proactively seeking opportunities to develop new capabilities, skills, and knowledge.
Establish, cultivate, and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal partners.
Demonstrate a commitment to the highest quality service to internal and external communities.
Demonstrate an open-minded approach to understanding people from all backgrounds, identities, abilities, perspectives, and experiences.
Ensure work is completed accurately and within deadlines. Set high standards, exhibit a positive attitude, maintain strict confidentiality, and show exemplary work ethic.
Reflect DAR's and VCU's core purpose and values.
Minimum qualifications
Undergraduate degree from an accredited university, or equivalent experience in a fast‑paced, complex environment
Computer proficiency and experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and Google Suite
Ability to work both independently and part of a team
Ability to manage time efficiently, prioritize work, and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to implement and manage budgets and project plans
Demonstrated strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication, including the ability to convey complex information clearly and professionally
High level of customer service with the ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external audiences
Ability to navigate complex working environments with multiple stakeholders and willing and able to ask for help as needed
Motivated by mission‑driven work
Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
Preferred qualifications
Experience with scheduling and calendar management, specifically Google Calendar
Experience managing and tracking travel reimbursements and knowledge of procurement policies and procedures
Experience with facilitating stewardship and donor relations initiatives
Experience planning and executing events
Previous experience working in a non‑profit organization and/or university advancement
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter for consideration. Priority will be given to applicants who apply by Nov. 7.
Additional information Benefits All full‑time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax‑deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well‑being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.
VCU is also committed to hiring veterans. The University will include a veteran's period(s) of military service in calculations of the annual leave accrual rate. This may provide veterans with an increased leave accrual.
Unit Development MBU
Department Campus Development
Salary Range $45,000 - $55,000
VCU job title Coordinator 1, Development
FLSA Exemption Status Non‑Exempt
Hours per Week 40
Restricted Position No
ORP Eligible No
Eligible sponsorship (e.g. H‑IB visa status, etc.) No
Wireless stipend Not eligible
Flexible Work Arrangement Hybrid; Must be within commuting distance to Richmond, VA and available to come into the office at least 4 days per week.
Questions? Email DAR Talent Management atdartalentmgmt@vcu.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr