Development Coordinator

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The Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP) is looking for a part-time Development Coordinator, based in our Minneapolis office.  

Who are you? 

You are passionate about our mission and excited about IATP’s multifaceted work. You understand that nonprofit fundraising and development hinges on building trust and nurturing relationships with donors and funders, whether they are foundations, corporations or individuals. You have experience in writing fundraising appeals and implementing individual donor strategies. You are familiar with creating gap statements and cases for support, and you excel at executing a comprehensive fundraising plan. You will collaborate with the Associate Director of Development, the communications team and the Executive Director, ensuring alignment with our organizational goals and driving sustainable growth. 

Who are we? 

IATP is a nonprofit policy advocacy organization with its headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Our mission is to work locally and globally at the intersection of policy and practice to ensure fair and sustainable food, farm and trade systems. Staff match high-level research and analysis with on-the-ground engagement to bring good policy into practice. In addition to our headquarters in Minneapolis, we have small offices in Washington, D.C. and Berlin, Germany. (Find out more at www.iatp.org.)  

The Position: 

This position requires a dynamic individual who can blend personalized donor engagement with data-driven decision-making to meet IATP’s current and longer-term development objectives. The Development Coordinator will work up to 15 hours per week, working closely with the Associate Director of Development to achieve the organization’s development objectives. Focusing primarily on individual donors, the Development Coordinator will  help design and execute the individual fundraising strategy and activities at IATP. Tasks and responsibilities will include creating and implementing individual donor and fundraising appeals and maintaining the fundraising database. The Development Coordinator will identify, cultivate, solicit and steward individual donor relationships and relationships with donor organizations. The Development Coordinator will also provide backup support to the Associate Director of Development with institutional fundraising and grants management as needed. 

Responsibilities: 

• Fundraising: Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward financial donations from individuals (and organizations). Manage a portfolio of current and prospective donors with a focus on recurring, lapsed and new donors.  
• Fundraising Appeals: In partnership with the Associate Director of Development and communications team, develop, create and implement the annual direct donor fundraising plan. 
• Communications: Develop donor messaging in collaboration with the communications team, Executive Director and Associate Director of Development. 
• Database Management: Maintain and manage database and donor records; enter donations into database (Bloomerang/Qgiv). 
• Donor Communications & Annual Report: In partnership with the Associate Director of Development and communications team, create, produce and distribute the donor newsletters and annual report. 
• Serve as the backup to Associate Director of Development.   

Preferred Qualities and Qualifications: 

• Committed to IATP’s mission and values 
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in fundraising or related nonprofit roles 
• Post-secondary education or equivalent experience 
• Comfortable making a direct invitation for financial support 
• Excellent writing, oral and interpersonal communication skills 
• Computer skills and proficiency with MS Office Suite and CRM or Donor Databases  
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time to effectively meet deadlines 
• Ability to work independently 

Physical Requirements: 

• The position will be based in Minneapolis and follow a flexible hybrid schedule 
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer 

Benefits and Compensation: 

Compensation for this position is based upon qualifications and experience, with a starting range of $24-30/hour. IATP offers paid sick leave and the opportunity to participate in our 403B retirement plan. Enjoy a lively, collegial, flexible and dog-friendly work environment. This hybrid position is in the Minneapolis office and requires in-person workdays. 

How to Apply: 

Please combine your resume, cover letter and two samples of your work into a single PDF and submit to jobs@iatp.org.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after September 2, 2024. No phone calls, please. 

IATP is committed to the principle of equity. If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms — skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We know that diversity makes for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we’re dedicated to adding new perspective to the team and encourage everyone to apply. IATP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military status or any other characteristic as established by law.