Description

Overview:
The Londonderry School—a progressive, nonprofit independent school serving students from preschool through 8th grade—is seeking a mission-aligned, community-oriented Full-Time Development Coordinator to support and grow its fundraising, community engagement, and alumni relations efforts. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with staff, families, and board members to strengthen the school’s financial sustainability and deepen connections within the Londonderry community.

Key Responsibilities:
Fundraising & Donor Relations
Support and coordinate the school’s annual giving campaign and EITC donation processes

Assist with donor outreach, stewardship, and acknowledgment processes

Maintain and update donor records in the school’s development database

Collaborate on grant writing and reporting for foundations and funding partners

Event Planning & Community Engagement
Assist with planning and execution of fundraising and community-building events (e.g., annual auction, Winterfest, Fun Runs)

Help recruit and support parent and community volunteers

Partner with faculty and staff to tell the school’s story through events and outreach

Communications & Alumni Relations
Create compelling content for development-related emails, social media, newsletters, and donor communications and manage Facebook and Instagram 

Build and maintain relationships with alumni and alumni families

Help develop an alumni database and communications strategy

Administrative Support
Track donations, pledges, and acknowledgments accurately

Prepare reports and materials for the Development Committee and Board of Directors

Collaborate closely with the School Director and business office on budgeting and reporting

Requirements

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Passion for education, community building, and equity

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small, dynamic team

Proficiency with Google Workspace and basic database or CRM systems

Prior experience in development, nonprofit fundraising, or community outreach

Familiarity with donor management tools (e.g., DonorPerfect, or similar)

Event planning experience