Now Hiring: Development Coordinator 

Full-Time | Exempt Position

Hybrid | Washington, DC (3 days in office)

Salary: $50k to $55k per year 

Job Summary

Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) is the nation’s largest nonprofit dedicated to children’s literacy. Our mission is to inspire a joy of reading and provide children with equitable access to high-quality, engaging books and literacy resources that support their reading development.

We are seeking a Development Coordinator to support our fundraising efforts and help drive meaningful donor engagement. Reporting to the Vice President of Individual Giving, this role works across all donor channels and plays a key part in supporting a high-performing development team.

What’s in It for You

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life insurance plan.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off (PTO), including vacation, personal time, and bereavement leave.
• 13 paid holidays annually.
• Short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) coverage.
• Hybrid work environment (Onsite 3x a week).

What You’ll Do

Donor Services & Coordination

• Serve as the first point of contact for donor inquiries via phone, email, and mail
• Provide timely, professional, and donor-focused responses
• Manage donor communications, including monthly donors and honor/tribute gifts
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on donor-related activities
• Maintain accurate documentation of donor interactions and resolutions

Stewardship & Donor Engagement

• Execute donor acknowledgments and stewardship activities
• Prepare personalized communications for VIP donors and special cases
• Manage donor mailings, premiums, and engagement touchpoints
• Ensure donor records are accurate and up to date
• Conduct prospect research to identify and support new donor opportunities

Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain data accuracy and integrity within development systems
• Support reporting and tracking to inform team decisions
• Identify and troubleshoot data inconsistencies
• Improve workflows and processes for efficiency

What You’ll Need

• Passion for nonprofit work, fundraising, or youth and education
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter who thrives both independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); willingness to learn new systems

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work Environment: Hybrid office environment, including regular work at the RIF office and remote work from a home office.

• Travel Requirements: Up to 10%.

• Physical Demands: Primarily sedentary role. Requires operating standard office equipment, regular use of telephone and computer, continuous typing and screen viewing. Occasional light lifting up to 25 pounds may be required.

Why Join RIF?

At RIF, your work directly supports children’s literacy across the country. You’ll join a mission-driven organization where financial excellence enables meaningful impact.

If you are passionate about precision, accountability, and contributing to a purpose-driven organization, we encourage you to apply.