Development Coordinator

Development Coordinator

Reports to: Development Director or Senior Director of Philanthropic Engagement

Location: New York, New York

Primary Function: Provide a broad range of administrative and project management support to the Director of Development and Development team.

• Support the Development team in securing support from individual donors.
• Assist with Salesforce database entries, routinely updating and correcting records.
• Spearhead project management for the Development team.
• Coordinate requests from the Donor Experience and Philanthropic Service team, especially regarding regional or divisional events and stewardship.
• Generate fundraising reports and other database reports as requested.
• Conduct preliminary research on prospective corporate foundations and individual donors.
• Handle administrative details associated with development-related volunteer leadership committees or donor meetings.
• Assist with adapting donor-facing materials, adapting communications from stewardship and other functions.
• Provide administrative support for travel arrangements, meeting preparation, donor meeting scheduling, expense reports, etc.
• Maintain a positive, professional work atmosphere by communicating in a manner that fosters teamwork with colleagues.

• Support fundraising events on event‑day and other event prep duties as requested.
• Assist with gift processing to support accurate and prompt recording of donations.

• Strong interpersonal skills and good oral and written presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi‑task to complete projects on deadline.
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Salesforce and other online platforms.
• Exceptional attention to detail.

• The ideal candidate has several years of development team administrative or project management experience or relevant for‑profit experience.

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required.

• ADL is a hybrid environment; this role may require 3 days in the office.

• This position has a salary range of $55,000 to $65,000, reflective of a position based in New York, New York. Actual salaries are commensurate with experience and the budget for the position.

ADL aims to create a working environment where every employee can thrive professionally. Our mission‑driven work is best accomplished in an environment that supports belonging. ADL values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people of all races, religions, nationalities, genders, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

ADL is an equal‑opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner that does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable Federal, state or local laws.

ADL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation to support the interview process, please contact the People & Culture department at talent acquisition.

ADL will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable State, Local, and Federal laws.

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job, nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.