Program Coordinator, Gift Administration, Development Office - Council on Foreign Relations : Job Details

The Program Coordinator, Gift Administration will work under the direction of the Deputy Director of the Development Office. The Development Office solicits and acknowledges funding from individual members and foundations to help support CFRs operating budget and endowment. Working closely with the Finance Department, this position processes all gifts and financial commitments to CFR using the Councils database, generates reports, and maintains all donation records. They ensure proper recordkeeping of donation and commitment information. They respond to inquiries from donors/stakeholders as well as CFR Staff and resolve questions related to contributions.

• The Program Coordinator, Gift Administration is the lead role for processing all philanthropic donations made to CFR. They are also responsible for ensuring the accuracy and utility of donor records in support of high-touch donor stewardship.
• Processes all donations made by credit card, check, wire transfer, and stock gifts. Tracks soft credits and adjusts gift records as needed.
• Coordinates the production of Annual Fund mailings and Legacy Society mailings which includes producing donor lists and coordinating with the mail house to supply all materials needed for mailings.
• Provides a high level of customer service to members and other stakeholders regarding their giving, representing the CFR in a positive and professional manner.
• Creates lists for fundraising appeals and prospecting.
• Supports the acknowledgement process of all Annual Fund gifts.
• Works with the Finance office to reconcile records and run reports.
• Maintains process and procedure documents to support department activities and increase productivity and quality assurance of gift processing.
• Provides administrative support, such as receiving and sorting mail, scanning checks, and assisting the Development team as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelors degree in related field with high academic achievement.

• At least two years of related experience.

• Highly organized with ability to independently prioritize competing deadlines and manage a range of responsibilities with high efficiency and attention to detail.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience with high-profile individuals a plus.

• High level of proficiency in database management; SharePoint, and Microsoft Office knowledge a plus.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and with discretion.

• Flexible, positive, team-oriented attitude.

Pay Range

$58,000 to $62,000 per year

Pay commensurate with experience and education

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 5,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent magazine on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.

The Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today, including an award-winning health and wellness program, an on-site fitness center, and generous leave policies and health insurance programs.

The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.