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 Development Coordinator role is an opportunity to join a strong Maryland Chapter team and work closely with the Executive Director and local leadership, regional teams and an outstanding group of volunteers to increase the reach and impact of the Chapter. 

The Development Coordinator will organize, coordinate, implement and expand a variety of the Chapter’s programs and development activities that build and strengthen links to potential and existing volunteers and donors and that grow the Chapter’s revenue through corporate, individual, volunteer, and other community involvement. 

Responsibilities include:

• Support and maintain the vision, mission, priorities, and guiding principles of JDRF. Understand the strategic direction and purpose of the organization and support the Maryland Chapter’s fundraising strategies and business needs.
• Coordinate, evaluate and expand fundraising and non-fundraising programs under the direction of the chapter Executive Director for the JDRF Ride to Cure Diabetes program, third party events and auction procurement for the annual Gala – approximately $200,000 in revenue. 
• Assist with events and donor development activities for the Chapter. Help develop annual plans for assigned activities, including goals, objectives and follow-up. Develop and deliver presentations as required, and provide input and suggestions.
• Coordinate meetings, agendas, and activities. Prepare presentations, materials, and reports. Assist in the functioning of the Chapter’s daily operations, projects, and tasks.
• Manage and maintain accurate and complete financial records. Submit reports to the chapter Executive Director and others as assigned as relevant to revenue portfolio.
• Ensure accurate recording of information in database, file system, and/or records. Create, update, and revise as needed.
• Respond to and follow through on inquiries, needs, complaints and/or issues in a prompt and courteous manner. Accountable for meeting deadlines, responding to volunteers, Executive Director and other department requests.
• Understand JDRF’s mission and research cure therapeutics.

• Minimum of 1-3 years of fundraising experience or relevant business/volunteer experience.
• Must be a self-starter while also being collaborative and an amazing team player!
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to interface with all levels of staff and volunteers.
• Significant computer literacy.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience required.
• Ability to travel locally required. Evening and weekend work required as needed.

JDRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.