Job Description

Job Summary:

The Development Coordinator plays a key role in advancing the mission of Easterseals Southern Georgia by supporting all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, and communications. This position assists with individual, corporate, and foundation giving, manages fundraising campaigns and events, and supports grant research and writing. The Development Coordinator helps strengthen community relationships and ensures consistent donor engagement, recognition, and stewardship.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Fundraising & Donor Relations:

Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and community partners. Manage donor database and ensure timely acknowledgement of contributions. Coordinate donor communications, including thank-you letters, appeals, and special mailings. Work with the Marketing and Development team to develop strategies that attract new donors and increase support from existing ones. Assist with planning and execution of fundraising events, campaigns, and advocacy initiatives. Secure sponsorships and community partnerships for events and special projects.

Grant Research & Writing:

Research grant opportunities that align with the organization's mission and funding priorities. Draft and submit high-quality grant proposals and reports. Maintain relationships with foundations and funding agencies, ensuring timely follow-up and documentation of impact.

Community Engagement & Outreach:

Build and sustain relationships with legislators, community organizations, and business leaders to promote Easterseals' mission and services. Represent Easterseals Southern Georgia at community events, presentations, and speaking engagements. Support the creation of promotional materials and assist in marketing campaigns that increase visibility and support.

Administrative Support:

Maintain accurate records of donor correspondence, invoices, and departmental documents. Ensure confidentiality of sensitive donor and client information in compliance with HIPAA regulations. Provide general administrative and logistical support to the Development and Marketing team. All other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

Occasional overnight travel requiring dependable transportation. Ability to bend, stoop and physically maneuver to organize and maintain documents and files. Ability to lift, push and pull a minimum of 50 pounds. Ability to speak publicly for various groups to advocate for ESSG mission, vision, values and clients. Use of technology and office equipment, including: telephone system, computer, email, Smartphone, Microsoft Office Suite, scanner, fax, printer, postage machine, bulk mail process, graphic design software, and other marketing software and tools.

Job Specifications (Characteristics to perform successfully):

Confident and comfortable with public speaking to effectively advocate for Easterseals' mission, programs, and impact. Demonstrates a high standard of customer service and leadership, fostering strong, positive relationships with donors, businesses, coworkers, community partners, legislators, and other key stakeholders. Excels at managing multiple priorities and meeting expectations across various departments in a fast-paced environment.
Works collaboratively and responsively with Easterseals Southern Georgia leadership to ensure effective outreach and development efforts.
Builds and maintains productive, professional relationships with colleagues, community members, and business leaders. Exhibits exceptional time management and organizational skills to meet deadlines and coordinate complex projects. Communicates clearly and effectively in both written and verbal forms to ensure understanding and engagement. Maintains strong attention to detail and accuracy to uphold and project the professional image and brand of Easterseals Southern Georgia.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in communications, nonprofit management, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience (3+ years in development, fundraising, or donor relations). Demonstrated success in securing funds, sponsorships, or grants. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail. Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. * Commitment to the mission and values of Easterseals Southern Georgia.