Indiana Development Coordinator

The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 70 countries, all 50 United States, and your backyard.

The challenges facing our planet today require comprehensive solutions that address our current issues and lay the foundation to effectively and efficiently tackle tomorrow’s challenges. With a 60-year history, an energized and passionate staff, and 11,000 committed members, the Indiana Chapter of the Nature Conservancy is a hub of innovation, using science and collaboration to drive conservation success that is relevant around the world. Our conservation work in Indiana contributes significantly to the Conservancy’s global initiatives. We have protected over 100,000 acres of prairies, wetlands, forests and other natural areas across the state that help mitigate the effects of a changing climate. The work and expertise of the Indiana Development Team is integral to these efforts.

The Indiana Chapter seeks a Development Coordinator to provide administrative support for the Indiana Director of Development and the fundraising team. They will assist with the day-to-day operations of the team including travel arrangements, calendar management, processing and tracking expenses, meeting logistics, supply orders, and vehicle upkeep. They may also assist with the planning and execution of special events, organizing and executing mailings to donors (holiday cards, event invitations, solicitations, donor thank you notes, and meeting follow-ups), and managing volunteers. The Coordinator will use the available fundraising management system to input notes on interactions with donors, update donors’ demographic and personal information, and act as the backup gift coder. They will apply established processes and practices to improve effectiveness and provide other staff with information they need to make decisions and solve problems. The Coordinator may have substantial contact with staff, donors, legal, and financial professionals.

This position is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, reports to the Indiana Director of Development, and works with the development team of five fundraising staff.

We offer a competitive salary with great benefits. For a complete position description, qualifications, and to apply, visit the external application link on Handshake and search for Job ID# 48609. Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM EDT, April 3, 2020.