Description

This is a 28-hour/week part-time hourly position that plays a key role in advancing The Friendship Center’s fundraising and stewardship efforts. This position provides essential coordination, systems support, and donor communications that strengthen relationships with supporters and ensure effective development operations. An integral member of the development team, the Development Coordinator supports donor stewardship, gift processing, data integrity, and fundraising activities while contributing to a positive and mission-driven donor experience. This role works in a trauma-informed environment and is supported by organizational policies, training, and supervision to promote staff well-being.

To Apply: Email resume and cover letter to Kim Patterson at kim.p@thefriendshipcenter.org. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Requirements

Primary Roles and Responsibilities:

•        Support donor stewardship efforts through timely acknowledgements, participation in donor events, and communicating with donors as needed
•        Process donations accurately and in a timely manner
•        Maintain donor records, gift tracking, and data integrity within the donor database
•        Generate reports and mailing lists to support fundraising and stewardship activities
•        Assist with planning, tracking, and follow-up for appeals, grants, sponsorships, and special events
•        Provide logistical and administrative support and communication for fundraising campaigns and events
•        Coordinate with staff and volunteers to support development and agency activities as needed
•        Manage social media platforms
•        Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required:

•        We welcome lived and/or community experience in lieu of traditional credentials
•        Experience in nonprofit fundraising, communications, and/or marketing
•        Strong relationship-building skills
•        Knowledge or familiarity with nonprofit development practices and principles
•        Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
•        Strong story telling skills preferred 
•        Commitment to leading with curiosity
•        Results-oriented
•        Experience with building trust and fostering authentic relationships 
•        Commitment to equity, inclusion, and relationship-centered work
•        Ability to navigate situations that may involve personal and professional conflict
•        Ability to completely understand and maintain strict adherence to confidentiality, safety procedures, and advocate privilege
•        Ability to work both independently and in small team settings. Comfortable taking initiative but also committed to sharing information and working well in a team   
•        Clear, effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to set boundaries, communicate expectations, and navigate conflict with care.
•        Desire for growth through professional development and training. 
•        Must be able to perform physical labor as needed, such as setting up events and lifting supplies
•        Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
•        Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and databases/CRMs
•        Possess a valid Montana driver’s license and automobile liability insurance 
•        Successful background check required