Development/Fundraising Coordinator (Los Angeles)
PragerU is the world's leading conservative nonprofit that is focused on changing minds through the creative use of digital media. Taking full advantage of today's technology and social media, we educate millions of Americans and young people about the values that make America great.
The Development/Fundraising Coordinator (Los Angeles-based) is part of a passionate and fast-paced team and is responsible for assisting the Director, Foundation & Portfolio in all areas of the Development department. This is a great entry-level opportunity with hands-on training and room for growth! The job entails donor and events-related outreach, data entry, and donor gift/benefit fulfillment. These duties include but are not limited to:
Duties and Responsibilities:
PragerU Donate Phone Line and Email:
Main point of contact for PragerU donate phone line and email inquiries
Personally handle a high volume of inquiries or determine which inquiries need specialized assistance
Determine which inquiries have the potential to result in significant gifts and alert team for further research
Manage volunteers to assist during high volume periods
Recommend and execute improvements to handling high volume of inquiries for maximum efficiency and impact
Events:
In support of gift officers, make event-related invitation and follow up calls as needed to increase event attendance and revenue
Assist at donor events and with various donor campaigns as needed
General Administrative:
Keep accurate records of donor engagements in Blackbaud
Mailing/assembling department items such as letters, proposals, Donor Club benefits
Assist with assembling donor gifts, informational packets, etc.
Other administrative duties, including supporting the Chief Advancement Officer as needed
Requirements:
At least 1-3 years of relative work experience preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; demonstrated expertise in Excel
Experience with fundraising databases and report-writing software strongly preferred
Exceptional organizational and time management skills and a can-do, self-starter attitude
Eagerness to work in a fast-paced work environment — and ability to get up to speed quickly, solve problems independently, and juggle multiple assignments
Strong oral and written communication skills and no call reluctance
Motivation to develop relationships and work collaboratively across the department and the organization
Ability to problem-solve quickly
Excellent project management and planning skills
How to Apply
To apply, please first review our website at www.prageru.com. Please submit a resume and cover letter to careers@prageru.com. In your cover letter, please include a section explaining how your values align with ours, and why you would want to work at PragerU specifically.