Summary: High Hopes Therapeutic Riding in Old Lyme, CT, seeks a part-time Development Coordinator who will support the range of fundraising activities in our bustling development department. Reporting to the Development Officer, this position will assist with database management, stewardship mailings, and fundraising and cultivation events. This is an exciting opportunity for the experienced professional looking to transition back into the workforce, or for a young professional seeking to grow their skills with an organization. As we celebrate 50 years of High Hopes, we are honoring our past and excited for the future. We value quality, teamwork, education, leadership & innovation, and serving our community. In our path forward to the next 50 years, we set strategic priorities of workforce development, meeting the needs of our community, financial sustainability, and communications. Our future is bright! We hope you will join us.

High Hopes is seeking a part-time Development Coordinator. This position offers up to 20-hours per week, Monday – Friday. Some scheduling flexibility is offered to accommodate the ideal candidate.

Experience Needed:

• The ideal candidate will have at least 1-2 years of professional experience in an administrative setting.
• The preferred candidate will have at least 1 year of experience working with, or volunteering with, a non-profit organization.

Skills Needed:

• Advanced skills in a PC based computer environment including Microsoft Office applications. Demonstrated proficiency in intermediate Excel and Word required.
• CRM database experience preferred. The ideal candidate will have experience in Bloomerang and GiveSmart, though not required. Ability to learn web-based software required for primary responsibilities. 
• Familiarity with Canva preferred, though not required.
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills, with attention to detail, required.
• Ability to maintain multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to successfully meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently, as well as in team environment. Proactive and self-directed candidates preferred.

Primary Responsibilities:

Donor Administration and Database Management

• Assisting the Development Officer, maintain an integrated system of relationship management, solicitations, and cultivation activities.
• Assisting the Development Officer, promptly generate donor acknowledgements and other forms of communications.
• Assisting the Development Officer, collaborate on annual fund and annual appeal mailing processes.

Event Support

• Assisting the Events Manager, support development-related event planning inclusive of, but not limited to, the annual gala and cultivation events.
• Assisting the Events Manager, maintain guest lists and RSVP management.
• Assisting the Development Officer, maintain the GiveSmart platform and the transfer of data to Bloomerang.
• Assisting the Development Officer, coordinate with the Auction Committee to maintain accurate and updated records for Gala Auction.

Organizational Support

• Assist with special fundraising projects, such as 50th Anniversary Campaign, The Great Give, and other fundraising activities as needed.
• Provide administrative support to the Chief Philanthropy Officer.