Development Coordinator

We are seeking a part-time Development Coordinator to lead our new and existing fundraising efforts, including development of corporate sponsorships, grant research and writing for general operating, and limited individual giving. Nature Vision is mainly a direct service organization, and new fundraising is needed to cover ~10% of our overall budget, or ~$110,000 year one.  Recommendations and research from a fundraising consultant have already been made and will be available immediately for the Development Coordinator. This person works with the Executive Director and collaborates with the Nature Vision Board fundraising committee.

Position Description
Duties include but are not limited to: 

• Research corporate donation prospects for Nature Vision 
• Develop corporate donation strategies and approaches
• Refine available materials for corporate donations
• Work with NV Board Committee and Executive Director to approach corporations that are a good fit
• Follow through and stewardship of corporate donors
• Research foundations for general operating expense grants
• Approach foundations with questions on Nature Vision’s behalf
• Write foundation grants with Executive Director and other team members
• Follow through on foundation grants
• Assist with stewardship of current individual donors
• Advise on current individual giving campaigns
• Make recommendations on further individual donor recruitment
• Other development duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree desired, however, we will accept equivalent years of relevant experience in place of degree
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in fundraising and development work with corporate sponsors and foundations preferred
• Demonstrated organizational and project management skills
• Must be a US Citizen or resident alien
• Must be able to read, speak, and write the English language clearly
• High level detail, organization, creativity, thoughtfulness, and flexibility 
• Must be able to work with diverse teams and work independently
• Understands and maintains confidential information

Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Occasional evening meetings with Nature Vision Board Committees may be required with advanced notice.

Start/End Date: 9/3/24-6/13/24. A later start date may be possible. The position is likely to continue past this date based on funding and performance.

Special Requirements: Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and up to date with COVID-19 vaccines prior to start date. Must be able to attend meetings in-person at office in Woodinville or other King County sites. Hybrid work schedule.

To Apply: Please email cover letter AND resume as a PDF attachment to Ginny Sanchez Ballard, Executive Director (gsanchez@naturevision.org) by August 12th at 5:00 pm Pacific Standard Time. https://naturevision.org/careers. Position will remain open until filled.