Development Coordinator
About NJY Camps:
NJY Camps (NJY) is one of North America’s premier Jewish summer camp organizations. Comprised of five overnight summer camps, NJY serves children of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. NJY’s mission focuses on supporting the growth and development of every individual member of its community so that they can learn new skills, develop greater self-confidence, and foster a strong Jewish identity. Having recently celebrated its centennial anniversary, NJY is reimagining its next 100 years. NJY Camps serves more than 5000 campers and participants through its various overnight camps and retreat center program, hires more than 800 summer staff, and operates across 2000 acres of land. For more information, please visit our website.
About the Position:
NJY Camps is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Development Coordinator to support and grow our fundraising efforts with a primary focus on grant writing and administration, donor database management, and project coordination. This role will be integral to securing and stewarding both private and public sector support while enhancing the efficiency and impact of our development operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with experience in nonprofit development, especially someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy, writing, and systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Grant Writing & Administration (50%)
• Research and identify funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government entities.
• Write compelling grant proposals, LOIs, reports, and supplementary materials tailored to each funder.
• Maintain a comprehensive grant calendar to track deadlines, submission timelines, and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with program staff to understand the needs of the agency and collect relevant data, narratives, and financials for applications.
• Ensure grant compliance and manage post-award processes, including reporting and impact documentation.
Database & Development Operations (25%)
• Oversee and manage donor records using CRM/database (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or similar).
• Maintain clean, accurate, and up-to-date donor information and giving history.
• Generate regular reports, dashboards, and development metrics to support strategy and decision-making.
• Ensure gift acknowledgments and stewardship communications are timely and accurate.
Project Coordination & Support (25%)
• Coordinate cross-departmental communication related to funded projects and proposals. Support execution of development events, campaigns, and donor communications.
• Assist in preparing briefing documents, presentations, and materials for meetings with funders and partners.
• Contribute to special initiatives and perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Development Officer.