Senior Development Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

At Alpine Learning Group, we believe in the power of education, compassion, and innovation to change lives. As a Senior Development Coordinator, you will play a central role in driving fundraising initiatives that directly support individuals with autism and their families. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, mission-driven team where your creativity, organizational skills, and passion for relationship-building will make a meaningful difference every single day.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Vice President of Development across all fundraising and development initiatives.
• Provide project-level and administrative support for special events, capital campaigns, stewardship, and donor engagement.
• Build and manage the editorial calendar for fundraising communications email campaigns, appeals, newsletters, and social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn).
• Partner with our Development Coordinator to ensure donations, invoices, and payments are processed accurately and reports reconcile.
• Maintain donor database integrity, ensuring accurate records and supporting strategic moves management.
• Play a key role in event execution: sponsorship and auction solicitation, volunteer and vendor coordination, and participant recruitment.
• Collaborate with internal staff and external partners (graphic designers, printers, etc.) on marketing and communications strategies.
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with learners, families, staff, and donors.
• Generate detailed reports that inform decision-making and strategy.
• Document and improve standard operating procedures for recurring fundraising initiatives.
• Deliver exceptional service to every audience we serve.
• Attend fundraising events, including some evenings and weekends.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience in development, marketing, communications, or fundraising).
• Strong knowledge of website and social media platforms.
• Experience with donor database systems.
• Background in fundraising, development, or donor relations, with a track record of supporting successful campaigns and events.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled in time management.
• Comfortable juggling multiple projects and shifting priorities.
• A collaborative spirit and respect for diverse perspectives.
• Integrity, sound judgment, and sensitivity to confidentiality.
• A proactive, curious, and growth-oriented mindset.
• Passion for Alpine’s mission and enthusiasm for contributing to a growing team.