Development Coordinator

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.Reporting to the Director of Development, the Development Coordinator is a key member of the Advancement/Foundation team and will support the fundraising activities that generate necessary funds to achieve the overall advancement initiatives of NorthWest Arkansas Community College and NWACC Foundation. The Development Coordinator will support fundraising efforts in areas of annual giving, scholarships, alumni relations, corporate relations, and other areas as assigned.Essential Duties:Make personal solicitation calls on active donors, alumni, corporations, and other potential donors as assignedUnder the direction of the Director of Development, inform potential contributors of the needs of NWACC and encourage gifts to scholarships, endowments, annual fund, and projectsAssure appropriate acknowledgment and stewardship of contributionsPlan, coordinate, and manage event execution for the annual Plant-a-Seed Soiree and other events and Foundation activities as directedAssist with the delivery of direct mail or email appeals, employee giving campaign, giving day, and alumni engagement strategyBuild and maintain good relationships with professional colleagues, donors, and community partners (alumni, faculty, staff, community partners, and other friends of the College)Assist with appropriate strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors, plus appropriate follow-up within the college department, and the Advancement/Foundation OfficeAssist in the management and effective use of the donor management system - Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT - and ensures all donor and prospective donor data is maintained and protectedAct as a key liaison and provide guidance to College departments and student groups seeking to raise funds for projects, clubs, or programs; maintain accurate records for all College clubs and programs with accounts held in the Advancement/Foundation OfficeRepresent NWACC Advancement/Foundation Office at internal and external communities; continually builds and fosters partnerships within the communityCreate and disseminate communication materials such as brochures, event marketing pieces, graphics, presentations, alumni newsletters, and reports; occasionally works in collaboration with design services for larger projectsManage the NWACC Foundation website and NWACC Foundation and Alumni Association social media accountsPerform all functions with a high degree of accur...