Development Coordinator

Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm After a training and orientation period, flexible work arrangements may be made for Fridays. The Development Coordinator is a critical driver of the Foundation's direct response fundraising efforts, assisting in the coordination and execution of multi‑channel donor communications and ensuring seamless project flow from concept through completion. This role co-manages day‑to‑day relationships with external vendors and internal partners, oversees production timelines and deliverables, and ensures all campaign assets-digital, email, and direct mail-are executed accurately, on schedule, and aligned with strategic revenue goals. Working collaboratively with senior fundraisers, marketing partners, data teams, and the Community Relations department, the Coordinator contributes to donor communication strategies designed to acquire new donors, renew and upgrade existing supporters, and strengthen lifetime value. This includes supporting creative development and versioning, coordinating approvals, and monitoring campaign performance to inform future testing and optimization. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment; excels at project and vendor management; and brings an analytical, detail‑oriented approach to enhancing donor experiences. They are energized by improving processes, ensuring flawless execution, and contributing meaningfully to increased response rates, revenue growth, and long‑term donor retention. Responsibilities: + Assists the fundraising team in supporting fundraising activities that connect to the Foundation's overall fiscal year goals, with a focus on supporting annual, mid-level and sustainer donor giving and relationships. + Works with the leadership and Foundation colleagues to understand the funding needs of various divisions and programs and works with various Foundation teams toward realizing those goals. + Supports the fundraising activities associated with some of the following: + individuals + organizations + foundations providing necessary support as needed. + Maintains relationships with current fundraising organizations and/or individuals while looking for and developing opportunities to build new partnerships. + Coordinates and manages all assigned activities and fundraising initiatives and attends fundraising activities as appropriate/required. + Assists with all other stages of department specific fundraising initiative planning and execution as needed. + Bachelor's degree in Marketing, advertising, public relations, communications, liberal arts, journalism, business or related field and 2 years of experience + OR 6 years of experience in Development, communications, business, special event management, volunteer management, corporate community relations or related field. + Preferred Experiences: + Experience with development and/or fundraising in a health care, education or community non-profit setting. + Previous Vendor Management, Project Management, Direct Mail, or Copywriting experience. + Experience with direct mail, email marketing, sustainer programs helpful + Comfort in working in database and/or marketing platforms + Adept at developing and providing compelling presentations to large groups - public speaking experience helpful. + Ability to independently manage projects and campaigns from concept to completion. + An understanding of how to develop strategic goals and define metrics for program areas. + Ability to develop and manage an overall program budget and an events budget. + Strong organizational and project management skills. + Ability to respond quickly to changing priorities. + Capacity to work independently and as part of a team to fulfill goals of the department. + Strong written, verbal, interpersonal and problem-solving skills and the ability to work with many different people such as donors, volunteers, trustees, vendors and staff. + Ability to present a professional image of the hospital and articulate mission and values of the hospital. + Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to meet deadlines. + Team oriented; works well within group situations. + Ability to work professionally in a deadline-driven environment. + High level of enthusiasm, initiative, motivation and self-direction. + Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: + Act 31 / Act 33 / Act 34 / Act 73 with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Created: 2026-04-03