JDRF is the leading global organization focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. JDRF’s goal is to progressively remove the impact of T1D from people’s lives until we achieve a world without T1D. JDRF collaborates with a wide spectrum of partners and is the only organization with the scientific resources, policy influence and a working plan to bring life-changing therapies from the lab to the community. As the largest charitable supporter of T1D research, JDRF has invested nearly $2B in research over the past 45 years and is sponsoring scientific research in 17 countries worldwide. For more information, please visit http://www.jdrf.org.

As a JDRF team member, you can look forward to interesting and challenging work, building strong relationships with fellow staff and our network of volunteers, and having a meaningful impact on the lives of everyone affected by this devastating disease.

The Greater Dallas Chapter of JDRF is currently accepting resumes for the Development Coordinator position. The Development Coordinator, under supervision of the Executive Director, carries out the implementation of development activities for the organization. 

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with organizing, coordinating, implementing and expanding all programs and development activity  including annual events such as the Gala, Walk, Luncheon, National Ride Program, Young Leaders Circle Event and other third party events.
• Ensure that logistics, vendor communications, budgets, and timelines are met for various events
• Accurate tracking and recording of information in various database systems.
• Maintain standards for all programs established by the national program team to ensure that the fundraising and program priorities of JDRF are incorporated.

• Experience in fund development including event planning, corporate sponsorship and volunteer committee management
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with volunteers and donors
• Demonstrated ability to convey information clearly and knowledgeably through excellent electronic, written, and verbal communication skills
• Personable, detail oriented, organized, with ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, email, internet and database systems
• Experience with fundraising platforms, including Greater Giving, Luminate Online, and Salesforce is preferred 
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed to meet organization’s needs
• Ability to work in a fast paced team environment
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 2-3 years experience in development, event planning, or marketing preferred
   

JDRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.