Senior Coordinator – Development

American Cancer Society

. Provide comprehensive fundraising and operational support to multi-million-dollar individual, corporate, and event portfolios and associated teams .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $24 - $27 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fundraising operations and event support, with strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Proficient in relationship management and compliance with internal policies, utilizing tools like Salesforce and Microsoft Office for effective data management and reporting.

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Fundraising OperationsEvent SupportRelationship ManagementMicrosoft Office ProficiencySalesforce/CRM Experience

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Hard Skills

Fundraising OperationsEvent SupportData ManagementReporting ToolsTask ManagementIssue ResolutionCompliance ImplementationBudget TrackingLogistics PlanningVolunteer Coordination

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceRelationship BuildingCollaborationOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Salesforce/CRMMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft TeamsProcurement ToolsAuction/Event Tools

Industry Keywords

FundraisingEvent ManagementOperational SupportStakeholder EngagementVolunteer Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide comprehensive fundraising and operational support to multi-million-dollar individual, corporate, and event portfolios and associated teams
Deliver temporary remote coverage and/or assigned portfolio support during staff vacancies and peak workload periods
Support fundraising and event execution with event managers and development leadership, including planning, timelines, logistics, and high-impact opportunities
Manage relationships with participants, volunteers, partners, sponsors, and vendors
Manage operational systems and workflow execution, including task and reminder systems, deadlines, deliverables, issue resolution, and follow-through
Process donations and payments, track expenses, support reclasses, and ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and controls
Input and maintain constituent information in relevant platforms; generate reports and insights for revenue performance, prospecting, engagement, and decision-making
Serve as a subject matter expert in assigned tools, platforms, and/or fundraising programs
Troubleshoot, provide guidance, develop or correct materials, and contribute to training, workgroups, or projects
Provide committee/board and volunteer support, including recruitment, communications, scheduling, recognition, and stewardship
Support executive volunteer engagement and other leadership-facing needs as assigned
May lead specialized support initiatives and mentor/onboard new coordinators

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree preferred or a combination of education and relevant work experience
Typically, 3+ years of event support, fundraising operations, or comparable business/administrative support experience
5+ years and/or demonstrated advanced/lead experience may be preferred for lead-level scope and mentoring responsibilities
Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders
Ability to build strong, credible relationships quickly
Skilled in partnering and collaborating across teams
Ability to identify needs/issues, define problems, assess options, and implement practical solutions
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines accurately
Ability to adapt quickly to changing portfolios, teams, priorities, and systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to interpret and implement policies and procedures with attention to accuracy and compliance
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams
Ability to learn and utilize internal platforms and data systems, including Salesforce/CRM, reporting tools, procurement/contract tools, and auction/event tools
Limited travel to area meetings and events, including some evening and weekend work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid time off policy
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Retirement benefits
Wellness programs
Professional development programs to enhance staff skills