Development CoordinatorChesapeake Legal Alliance (CLA) is a nonprofit environmental law center located in Annapolis, MD. We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Development Coordinator to handle day-to-day development and fundraising needs as well as provide critical support to the CLA Board and staff. This is a new position which will serve as a key member of our team, reporting to the Executive Director, David Reed.Salary Range: $58,000 to $92,000Benefits: Health reimbursement account (QSEHRA) & 401KHours: Full TimeOffice Location: Annapolis, MD; hybrid/partial teleworkDeadline to apply: RollingStart Date: As soon as practicableYour ResponsibilitiesDevelopment Management (70%)You will enhance CLA's effectiveness by overseeing the day-to-day development needs. These duties include:Systems: Manage CLA's donor/constituent management systemDirect Fundraising:Co-Develop and track fundraising materials and solicitationsIdentify, perform outreach and cultivation for prospective donorsManage and steward all existing and prospective donors for long term retentionCreate new pathways to give, including streamlining giving platforms and reducing friction for potential donorsAssist Executive Director to develop Donor Advised Funds and similar longterm giving vehiclesAssist staff with writing/tracking grant proposals and reportsCommunications Support:Integrate fundraising communications with our programmatic communicationsCo-Develop and oversee regular outreach to constituentsBoard Support (20%)Support CLA's Executive Director and Board Officers with Board-related administrative needs. These duties include:Assist with fundraising documents and distribution to BoardWork with Board members to identify and track current and potential donorsGeneral Office Support (10%)Assist with administrative support to CLA team membersCo-Coordinate CLA meetings, conferences and eventsRequired QualificationsAt least 1-4 years of prior experience in nonprofit communications, development and/or fundraisingExcellent oral and written communication skillsSkilled database management and data entryCommunications experience a plusStrong goal-setting and planning skillsExperience with a variety of personalities and backgrounds in the workplaceDesire to become part of a dynamic, flexible, innovative teamSincere commitment to the values of CLA, including Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in our work and our workplaceYour LifeLocationAnnapolis, MD. CLA staff maintain a flexible in-office schedule (1-2 days per week).BenefitsChesapeake Legal Alliance values work-life balance as well as a family-friendly atmosphere.
Benefits include:Paid time off, paid sick leave, 5 paid holidays, 4 floating holidays.Nine weeks paid parental leave (after 1 year of employment).Health reimbursement account (QSEHRA).Retirement account with employer contribution.Apply NowPlease use the text boxes on the form in LIEU of a cover letter; tell us more about yourself and why you are interested in this position. While resumes are important, they don't tell us the whole story. We want to get to know YOU.About Chesapeake Legal AllianceCLA provides Bay advocates with FREE legal help in many forms: education, pro bono counsel, strategic legal counseling, and policy support. We apply the power of the law in order to achieve healthy communities, resilient ecosystems, and clean water across the Chesapeake Bay region. CLA is the only legal services organization solely dedicated to serving the Chesapeake region.Chesapeake Legal Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace for those of all ages and backgrounds. We recruit, employ, compensate, and promote regardless of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We believe diversity creates an awareness of, and respect for differences, and ultimately translates into increased understanding that makes us better. We further encourage members of communities that are traditionally underrepresented in the environmental movement to apply to join our team.