Donor Engagement Coordinator - Institute for Citizens & Scholars

Join the Institute for Citizens & Scholars as a Donor Engagement Coordinator and play a key role in building relationships with our philanthropic supporters. You’ll help communicate the impact of contributions, support fundraising initiatives, and engage donors through creative communications and events. This is a remote-friendly position based out of Princeton, NJ, ideal for a highly organized, mission-driven professional with nonprofit development experience. Read more in the job post below.

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Organization Name:
Institute for Citizens & Scholars

Role Title:
Donor Engagement Coordinator

Employment Type:
Full-Time

Compensation:
$65,000 - $75,000 annually, commensurate with experience, plus generous benefits package

Location:
Primarily Remote (Headquarters in Princeton, NJ; occasional visits required)

Link to Apply:
https://www.citizensandscholars.org/careers

Position Overview:
The Donor Engagement Coordinator will support the development team in cultivating and nurturing relationships with the organization’s philanthropic contributors. This role involves creating compelling donor communications, coordinating stewardship initiatives, and assisting with fundraising events to ensure that donors understand the impact of their contributions. The ideal candidate is highly organized, mission-driven, and skilled at building relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders.
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Responsibilities include producing donor reports, maintaining CRM systems, planning special events, developing communications and video content, and supporting the team in fundraising systems and strategy. Candidates should have strong written and verbal communication skills, nonprofit development experience, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment while occasionally traveling to Princeton, NJ.