Job Description
Job Location: Hope House Foundation Norfolk VA - Norfolk, VA 23510
Salary Range: $55,000.00 Salary/year
The Development Coordinator strengthens and expands the organization’s donor base by identifying, cultivating, and stewarding new and returning supporters. This role uses a personalized and relationship-focused approach to ensure donors feel valued, informed, and connected to the mission.
Key responsibilities include donor outreach and stewardship, developing long-term giving strategies, coordinating major gift efforts with organizational leadership and the Board of Directors, and creating clear and compelling messages that communicate the impact of the organization.
The Development Coordinator is a proactive relationship builder who helps inspire generosity and opens doors to new partnerships and resources. This role works closely with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors to grow philanthropic relationships, support fundraising initiatives, and strengthen long-term financial sustainability.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Experience in fundraising, development, donor relations, or a related field
- Strong relationship‑building and communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with leadership and board members
- High level of organization, attention to detail, and follow‑through
- Experience working with donor databases or CRM systems
- Proficiency with standard office software
Preferred
Qualifications
- Experience supporting board‑led fundraising efforts
- Experience with donor segmentation or major gift pipelines
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Occasional evening and weekend hours required for events and donor engagement
- Ability to attend community events and meetings
- Primarily office‑based with off‑site activities as needed
Equal Employment Opportunity
The organization is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
