Next Step Fund is a nonprofit organization serving young people living with chronic illnesses. They are seeking an Operations & Events Coordinator to support nonprofit event management, fundraising operations, donor database management, and organizational logistics.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary coordinator for all fundraising and community events
- Plan and execute nonprofit events including golf tournaments, road races, art exhibits, and donor events
- Manage full event logistics: timelines, venue coordination, AV, catering, signage, setup, breakdown, and post‑event follow‑up
- Support peer‑to‑peer and volunteer fundraisers, including use of fundraising platforms and social media tools
- Maintain and utilize event tracking systems for golf and running events
- Coordinate travel, lodging, and communications for donors, partners, and high‑profile guests
- Process and record monetary and in‑kind donations using Bloomerang CRM
- Prepare and send donor acknowledgment letters and stewardship communications
- Assist with fundraising appeals, direct mail, postcards, and special development projects
- Support overall nonprofit operations by improving systems, workflows, and efficiencies
- Build and maintain relationships with vendors such as hotels, airlines, print vendors, restaurants, and retailers
- Manage ordering, tracking, and inventory of branded organizational materials
- Assist with receipts, documentation, and compliance support
- Collaborate with program staff to help design and support volunteer programs
Skills
- Experience in event coordination, nonprofit administration, or fundraising support
- Strong project management, organizational, and time‑management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with databases, CRMs, spreadsheets, and tracking systems
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Problem‑solving mindset and strong attention to detail
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events
- Access to a car and valid driver's license
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Commuter benefits
- Generous and flexible paid time off
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