Development & Membership Coordinator

The Development & Membership Coordinator supports a high‐touch, relationship‐driven membership program serving a community of primarily high‐capacity donors. This role blends administrative precision, member stewardship, event support, and executive assistance. The ideal candidate is organized, personable, comfortable speaking with senior leaders and prominent individuals, and eager to contribute to a small, mission‐driven team advancing economic and social justice values.

Key Responsibilities

Membership Stewardship and Growth

• Maintain member stewardship calendar.
• Assist with pledge follow ups, call time, and member outreach, in collaboration with the Executive Team.
• Track outreach, call notes, and follow‐up actions; draft and send follow‐up communications as needed.
• Assist in identifying and researching prospective members.
• Help maintain prospect pipelines, notes, and follow‐up schedules.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the Executive Team, who regularly engages members on strategy and fundraising.

Database Management

• Record and maintain financial contribution information across spreadsheets and CRM systems with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Prepare and send handwritten acknowledgement notes and other stewardship materials.
• Generate contribution confirmation documents for members’ personal records.
• Support ongoing refinement of CRM processes, data hygiene, and workflow improvements.

Event Logistics & Annual Convenings

• Assist with planning and execution of two annual member meetings held in Washington, DC.
• Lead member contact about the convening: track RSVPs, meal selections, hotel reservations, and other attendee logistics.
• Support production of event materials: including credentials, printed documents, and assembled folders.
• Coordinate with staff and vendors to ensure smooth on‐site operations.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in fundraising, development or membership.
• Comfort interacting with high‐net‐worth individuals and senior leaders; poised, personable, and confident.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain meticulous records.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and a working understanding of databases; proficiency with Google Workspace required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional email drafting and polished interpersonal communication.
• Ability to thrive in a small, collaborative, mission‐driven environment.
• Commitment to economic and social justice values and the organization’s mission.
• Discretion, reliability, and sound judgment in handling sensitive information.

Work Environment & Expectations

• Hybrid role based in New York City.
• Possible travel for donor meetings and events; annual convenings are held in DC.
• We prioritize reasonable work‐life balance, a supportive team culture, and a respectful, collegial workplace.

Fully paid‐for healthcare, vision, and dental; 401(k) matching; generous paid time off; and

additional benefits that support employee well‐being and work‐life balance.