Development Coordinator

About Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation (NETRF)

NETRF is a premier nonprofit focused on accelerating research to enhance detection, treatment, and understanding of neuroendocrine cancer. It funds innovative global research aimed at early detection, new therapies, and personalized care. Additionally, NETRF leads in patient education by connecting scientific advances and promoting thrivership. As the largest private funder globally in this field, NETRF supports top scientists and institutions through strategic grantmaking, fostering collaboration, education, and donor partnerships to drive impactful progress for patients and families.

Position Overview

The Development Coordinator plays a crucial operational role within the Development team, facilitating donor engagement, stewardship, fundraising operations, and communications. Partnering closely with the Chief Development Officer and external contractors, the coordinator ensures smooth coordination of donor-related tasks, including stewardship activities, correspondence, prospect research, and project support. The role requires excellent organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and professionalism, managing multiple priorities in a cooperative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and professionally to donor inquiries about gifts, acknowledgments, tribute gifts, and records.
• Collaborate with external development contractors to ensure accurate, timely donor acknowledgments and communications.
• Assist in preparing stewardship materials such as thank-you letters, emails, impact reports, and follow-ups.
• Organize and track donor stewardship activities, timelines, and reports.
• Support donor mailings and outreach efforts throughout the year.
• Act as the liaison with external development operations contractors to coordinate gift processing, reporting, acknowledgments, and donor records.
• Maintain organized and accurate donor activity records within NETRF’s Raiser’s Edge database.
• Support prospect research by conducting background research, preparing donor briefings, and aiding in tracking proposals and engagement activities.
• Assist in drafting, proofreading, and managing content for newsletters, donor communications, events, and campaigns.
• Help with event logistics, scheduling, RSVP tracking, preparation of materials, and maintaining development supplies.
• Provide general administrative and organizational assistance, including attending NETRF events as needed.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in development, donor relations, or fundraising operations.
• Exceptional organizational abilities and attention to detail, with a knack for managing several projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of creating professional donor correspondence.
• Professionalism, discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment in handling sensitive donor information.
• Collaborative mindset with proactive, solution-oriented problem solving.
• Experience using Raiser’s Edge and prospect research tools such as iWave or Kindsight.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace tools.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Highly reliable and organized, with a strong focus on accuracy.
• Proactive in managing timelines, follow-ups, and multiple projects involving diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Clear and professional communicator who enjoys supporting mission-driven donor engagement work.

Compensation and Benefits

This full-time, exempt role offers a salary range of $60,000 to $70,000, depending on experience. Benefits include medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plan, flexible spending account, paid vacation and holidays, and opportunities for professional development. Participation in NETRF events such as educational and scientific conferences is required. NETRF is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.

Work Location and Schedule

The role follows a hybrid schedule, with an expectation to be on-site approximately two to three days per week at NETRF’s office located south of Boston in Quincy, Massachusetts, accessible by public transit.