Senior Development Coordinator (Fundraising)

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Company Description

JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our mission is to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications. To accomplish this, JDRF has invested more than $2.5 billion in research funding since our inception. We are an organization built on a grassroots model of people connecting in their local communities, collaborating regionally for efficiency and broader fundraising impact, and uniting on a national stage to pool resources, passion, and energy. We collaborate with academic institutions, policymakers, and corporate and industry partners to develop and deliver a pipeline of innovative therapies to people living with T1D. Our staff and volunteers in chapters across the United States and our six international affiliates are dedicated to advocacy, community engagement, and our vision of a world without T1D. For more information please visit or follow us on

As a JDRF team member, you can look forward to interesting and challenging work, building strong relationships with fellow staff and our network of volunteers, and having a meaningful impact on the lives of everyone affected by this devastating disease. JDRF supports a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Description

Looking for a great career opportunity where you can change the world? The Senior Development Coordinator position at the JDRF Pacific NW Chapter & Seattle Guild provides just such an opportunity! This motivated individual will support the success of The Seattle Guild's iconic Dream Gala as well as other Guild related activities including the annual Golf Tournament. She or he will organize, implement, and expand a variety of development activities that build links to Seattle Guild volunteers and donors. The Senior Development Coordinator will help grow the Guild's revenue through corporate, individual, volunteer, and other community involvement.

Responsibilities:

• Supports and maintains the Vision, Mission, priorities, and guiding principles of JDRF.
• Provides support for The Seattle Guild's community development activities such as fundraising, relationship building, events, corporate partnership development and volunteer development.
• Performs duties for fundraising activities that include event logistics, auction solicitation & procurement and social media planning and implementation.
• Works in collaboration with Chapter and Guild staff to manage volunteer inquiries
• Identifies, builds, and stewards relationships with community, civic and corporate leaders as an integral part of volunteer and donor engagement.
• Ensures timely and accurate daily usage of our CRM database to document activities with donors and volunteers.
• Engages with JDRF constituents, volunteers and staff in a professional, customer focused manner consistent with the JDRF Core Values of being passionate, innovative, collaborative, respectful, trustworthy, appreciative, and results-oriented.

Qualifications

• Event planning and/or fundraising experience is preferred but not required.
• Must be a self-starter while also being collaborative, a quick learner and an amazing team player.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Active listening, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint), databases and office equipment.
• Knowledge of administrative procedures as well as ability to develop presentations, reports, and business correspondence.
• Ability to interface with all levels of staff and volunteers.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and an 'all hands-on deck' demeanor.
• Ability to travel within the chapter footprint required. Occasional evening and weekend work required as needed.
• Associate level degree required. Bachelor level degree preferred.

Additional Information

Resumes without cover letters will not be considered.

To protect the health and safety of our employees, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. The only potential exception to this rule is for applicants who cannot be vaccinated due to a disability or sincerely held religious belief.

JDRF supports a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.