Donor Records Coordinator

With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, founded in 1967, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches.

You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life. With programs from Boston to Beijing, Environmental Defense Fund is the only environmental group to receive an A rating from Wired magazine.

Position Overview: 

The Donor Records Coordinator will assume responsibility for maintaining and distributing information to support Environmental Defense's development and fundraising efforts. S/he will oversee day-to-day maintenance of data systems to assure the integrity of donor and prospect records, ensuring that data is accurately recorded and readily retrievable. S/he will implement projects that require retrieval and sharing of development information with other departments and regional staff. 

Responsibilities:

• Working with the Director of Donor Records to oversee a proactive strategy for tracking development activity and information including gift recording, updating biographical data, contact management, income projections and crediting and all other development-related data.
• Extract, analyze, reconcile and distribute data on donor giving and other development activities.
• Manage acknowledgement process that ensures timely recognition of donor gifts.
• Provide gift officers with data to develop income projections, track progress against goals.
• Reconcile income records between development and accounting.
• Produce and distribute regular and periodic donor contact reports for analysis.
• Provide ad hoc reports and queries as requested.
• Help develop and maintain tracking systems for campaigns and matching challenges and other special funds.
• Oversee an effort to compile electronic records of historical information from hard files and other sources.
• Manage data gathering for the annual report listings and other donor recognition projects.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by Director of Donor Records.

Qualifications:

• College degree, with relevant experience, preferably in a Development operation.
• Must have fundraising software and donor records maintenance experience.
• Understanding of query and report writing language.
• Advanced analytical skills.
• Familiarity with basic finance and accounting practices.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to perform well in fast-pace, multi-task workplace with changing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Must be self-motivated, creative, and attentive to details.
• Excellent communication skills with enthusiasm for team approach and problem-solving.

Due to the volume of employment applications and queries received, EDF is unable to respond to each application individually. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected as a candidate.

Environmental Defense Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer.