Development Coordinator
The Nature Conservancy
Administration, Sales & Business Development
Remote
What We Can Achieve Together:
The Development Coordinator works on a variety of fundraising activities in support of approved tactics and provides administrative and/or program support.
The Development Coordinator may be responsible for various activities, including donor list management, planning logistics of meetings, Legacy Club notifications, maintaining donor files, and pulling global fundraising reports. They are responsible for data quality assurance and updating data, such as contact information or bulk data uploads. They may provide program information to prospects and donors, and assist with other fundraising support, such as event coordination, sending acknowledgements, or basic research, as needed. The Coordinator uses the available fundraising management system to produce donor reports, perform analysis and research, and track prospects and donors. They apply established processes and practices to improve effectiveness. The Coordinator may have substantial contact with staff, donors, legal and financial professionals. They will provide other staff with information they need to make decisions and solve problems. They will perform administrative functions as required.
The Development Coordinator will need to be located in New York City, Chicago, Houston, Seattle, Charlotte, NC or the Washington, DC. Metro area. The Coordinator will need to work from a TNC office a minimum of three days a week in the first year.
We’re Looking for You:
We’re looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive colleague who is excited to support a fast-paced fundraising team advancing The Nature Conservancy’s mission. In this role, you will operate at the center of Regional Strategic Development (RSD) activity—coordinating workflows, managing data, and ensuring fundraisers have the information and tools they need to be effective.
You are someone who thrives on bringing structure to complexity and enjoys working behind the scenes to drive results. You are comfortable managing multiple priorities, tracking details across systems, and collaborating with colleagues across teams and geographies. You take pride in producing high-quality work, maintaining strong data integrity, and anticipating next steps. This is a strong fit if you:
- Enjoy coordinating projects, timelines, and communications across stakeholders
- Are skilled at managing and organizing data, systems, and processes
- Communicate clearly and professionally with a wide range of colleagues
- Take initiative, solve problems, and follow through on details
- Are motivated by contributing to mission-driven work and collective impact
In return, you’ll join a collaborative and high-performing team working to unlock philanthropic support for critical conservation priorities. This is an opportunity to grow your skills in fundraising operations, gain exposure to global development strategy, and contribute meaningfully to work that benefits people and nature.
What You’ll Bring:
Bachelor’s degree and 1-year experience or equivalent combination.
Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
Experience managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
Experience working and communicating with a wide range of people.
Salary Information:
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $26.89 - $39.47 per hour. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
Who We Are:
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”
What We Bring:
Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.
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