Development Coordinator
Job ID: 7602583881
Status: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Shift: Day Job
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Facility: UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Department: Direct Response Mrktng
Location: 105 40th Street, Pittsburgh, PA
Union Position: No
Salary Range: $ 25.4-43.85 USD
Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
After a training and orientation period, flexible work arrangements may be made for Fridays.
The Development Coordinator is a critical driver of the Foundation’s direct response fundraising efforts, assisting in the coordination and execution of multi‑channel donor communications and ensuring seamless project flow from concept through completion. This role co-manages day‑to‑day relationships with external vendors and internal partners, oversees production timelines and deliverables, and ensures all campaign assets—digital, email, and direct mail—are executed accurately, on schedule, and aligned with strategic revenue goals.
Working collaboratively with senior fundraisers, marketing partners, data teams, and the Community Relations department, the Coordinator contributes to donor communication strategies designed to acquire new donors, renew and upgrade existing supporters, and strengthen lifetime value. This includes supporting creative development and versioning, coordinating approvals, and monitoring campaign performance to inform future testing and optimization.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment; excels at project and vendor management; and brings an analytical, detail‑oriented approach to enhancing donor experiences. They are energized by improving processes, ensuring flawless execution, and contributing meaningfully to increased response rates, revenue growth, and long‑term donor retention.
Responsibilities:
- Assists the fundraising team in supporting fundraising activities that connect to the Foundation’s overall fiscal year goals, with a focus on supporting annual, mid-level and sustainer donor giving and relationships.
- Works with the leadership and Foundation colleagues to understand the funding needs of various divisions and programs and works with various Foundation teams toward realizing those goals.
- Supports the fundraising activities associated with some of the following:
- individuals
- organizations
- foundations providing necessary support as needed.
- Maintains relationships with current fundraising organizations and/or individuals while looking for and developing opportunities to build new partnerships.
- Coordinates and manages all assigned activities and fundraising initiatives and attends fundraising activities as appropriate/required.
- Assists with all other stages of department specific fundraising initiative planning and execution as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, advertising, public relations, communications, liberal arts, journalism, business or related field and 2 years of experience
- OR 6 years of experience in Development, communications, business, special event management, volunteer management, corporate community relations or related field.
- Preferred Experiences:
- Experience with development and/or fundraising in a health care, education or community non-profit setting.
- Previous Vendor Management, Project Management, Direct Mail, or Copywriting experience.
- Experience with direct mail, email marketing, sustainer programs helpful
- Comfort in working in database and/or marketing platforms
- Adept at developing and providing compelling presentations to large groups – public speaking experience helpful.
- Ability to independently manage projects and campaigns from concept to completion.
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An understanding of how to develop strategic goals and define metrics for program areas.
- Ability to develop and manage an overall program budget and an events budget.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to respond quickly to changing priorities.
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Capacity to work independently and as part of a team to fulfill goals of the department.
- Strong written, verbal, interpersonal and problem-solving skills and the ability to work with many different people such as donors, volunteers, trustees, vendors and staff.
- Ability to present a professional image of the hospital and articulate mission and values of the hospital.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to meet deadlines.
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Team oriented; works well within group situations.
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Ability to work professionally in a deadline-driven environment.
- High level of enthusiasm, initiative, motivation and self-direction.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Act 31 / Act 33 / Act 34 / Act 73 with renewal
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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Clyde C.
As a Professional Staff Nurse, Expert at UPMC Muncy, Clyde is a great example of someone who has taken advantage of UPMC’s My Nursing Career Ladder to grow his career while remaining in the same hospital location.
Clyde’s Career Journey:
⦁ 2017: Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Muncy
⦁ 2021: Sr. Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Muncy
⦁ 2022: Sr. Professional Staff Nurse II – UPMC Muncy
⦁ 2022-present: Professional Staff Nurse, Expert – UPMC Muncy
Michelle B.
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Michelle’s Career Journey:
⦁ 2019: Staff Nurse – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2020: Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2021: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2021: Sr. Professional Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2022: Sr. Professional Staff Nurse II, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2023: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN, Expert – UPMC Presbyterian
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Work-Life Balance
Finding the ideal balance to manage the important elements in your life.
Development & Opportunities
Enhancing your career through continued learning opportunities and/or advancement.
Compensation
Receiving competitive pay for the work that you do – base pay, merit, and premium pay.
Performance & Recognition
Rewarding performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC.
Benefits
Providing assistance and security to meet the current and future needs of you and your family.
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We’re committed to providing benefits that meet your needs and support your well-being in all areas of life.
- Earn over 5 weeks of paid time off every year
- Affordable medical, dental & vision coverage
- Student loan assistance and tuition reimbursement options
- Earn up to 8% of your eligible pay in retirement contributions from UPMC
- Employer-paid life insurance
Benefits that Matter to You
We’re committed to providing our employees with benefits that meet their needs and support their well-being in all areas of life.
- Earn over 5 weeks of paid time off every year
- Affordable medical, dental & vision coverage
- Student loan assistance and tuition reimbursement options
- Earn up to 8% of your eligible pay in retirement contributions from UPMC
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- Two weeks of paid parental leave
- Family planning resources
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Support for You – and Your Family
Your career doesn’t impact just you, but the people you care about, too. We’re making sure your career works for the whole family.
- Two weeks of paid parental leave
- Family planning resources
- Tuition assistance for dependents
- Comprehensive health care for dependents
- Emergency child and elder care options
- Flexible work arrangements
Support for You – and Your Family
Your career doesn’t impact just you, but the people you care about, too. We’re making sure your career works for the whole family.
- Flexibility to choose the shifts and work arrangements that work best for your lifestyle
- Two weeks of paid parental leave
- Family planning resources
- Comprehensive health care for dependents
- Emergency child and elder care options
A Culture That Cares
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A Culture That Cares
At UPMC, you can find a home among people who share your passions and care about who you are.
- Employee resource groups
- Awards for champions of dignity & respect
- Center for Workplace Culture and Engagement
- Programs for veteran engagement
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UPMC is a place where you can find a home, no matter your gender, race, sexual orientation, age, or culture, and where you can meet people who share your passions and care about you.
- Employee resource groups
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Once you become a member of our team, the journey doesn’t stop there. UPMC is committed to supporting your growth and helping you build the career of your dreams.
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Once you become a member of our team, the journey doesn’t stop there. UPMC is committed to supporting your growth and helping you build the career of your dreams.
- Up to $6,000 of annual tuition assistance
- Ongoing learning via LinkedIn Learning
- Accelerated career pathways for growth
- Robust instructor-led education and learning pathways
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Expansive Opportunity
Where do you want to go with your career? Wherever it is, UPMC can take you there.
- 100,000 employees
- 40+ hospitals and 800+ doctors’ offices and outpatient sites
- Dozens of career ladders to climb
- International locations
- State-of-the-art technology
Expansive Opportunity
Where do you want to go with your career? Wherever it is, UPMC can take you there.
- 100,000 employees
- 40+ hospitals and 800+ doctors’ offices and outpatient sites
- International locations
- State of-the-art technology
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