Development Coordinator

About Jazz Power Initiative

Jazz Power Initiative is an Uptown New York City–based nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization specializing in jazz music and theater education for youth and adults, while producing community concerts and cultural programs involving music and dance.

Our programming is intergenerational by design, bringing professional artists, teaching artists, and young people together across youth education, adult education, and community performance. Founded in 2003, JPI serves 5000 youth and adults each year with low and no cost programming. JPI’s work has been recognized with the Uptown Arts Stroll Award from the Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance (2024) and is supported by the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, the Pierre and Tana Matisse Foundation, and The Miranda Family Fund, among many others.

The Opportunity

Development Coordinator.

JPI is a growing, $1 million jazz arts organization Uptown, building its development team during a period of senior leadership transition. This role offers hands-on experience supporting stewardship of more than 100 donors and a grants portfolio, from concept to completion, for 30+ current government and institutional funders.

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Development Coordinator supports JPI’s fundraising efforts, including grant reporting, donor acknowledgment and records, funder research, development materials, and fundraising events.

The ideal candidate enjoys supporting behind-the-scenes fundraising operations, is comfortable managing detailed records and deadlines, and is excited to help build donor relationships that strengthen JPI’s mission.

What You'll Do

• LDraft interim and final grant reports for review and submission by the Director of Development.
• Gather program data and participant testimonials from program staff for reports and proposals.
• Maintain the grant application and reporting calendar, including deliverable deadlines.
• Research prospective funders and donors and summarize findings for the Director of Development.
• Draft donor acknowledgment letters and keep donor and prospect records current in DonorPerfect.
• Prepare supplemental materials for grant proposals, donor communications, and reports, including formatting and file conversions in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Create event and fundraising materials in Canva, Photoshop, or Illustrator.
• Support board-led special events, staff-led end-of-year fundraiser, and donor cultivation events by preparing materials and tracking results.
• Attend selected community board meetings, networking events, and public forums, and report key information to the Director of Development.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• One to three years of nonprofit administration or fundraising experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong writing and communication skills, particularly for donor correspondence and reports.
• Experience with donor CRM systems (e.g., DonorPerfect) and grant reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Canva, and Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator.
• Ability to work collaboratively and engage with community stakeholders.
• Commitment to Jazz Power Initiative’s mission and an interest in the arts.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a part-time, non-exempt position at $23-28 per hour, 20 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Benefits include:

• Paid Sickness, Safety and Well-Being Leave in compliance with city, state and federal requirements.

Work Environment

This position works primarily from JPI’s Uptown Manhattan office. The role includes participation in donor meetings, fundraising events, and community meetings. Some evening and weekend work is required to support fundraising events and donor cultivation activities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter for consideration. Include the word "JazzPowerON" on your letter and/or reply to your question. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process may contact eli@jazzpower.org.

Jazz Power Initiative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

• Paid Sickness, Safety and Well-Being Leave in compliance with city, state and federal requirements.