Institutional Giving Coordinator

Position Summary:

Nevus Outreach is building a new Institutional Giving Program to expand partnerships with corporations, foundations, and industry leaders. We have identified a strong prospect pipeline and we are looking for a coordinator to engage these potential partners, qualify opportunities, and work alongside our Executive Director and board leadership to close transformational gifts. This role will focus on research, outreach, proposal support, and stewardship, with clear benchmarks and a performance-based bonus structure.

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience building an institutional giving program from the ground up, shaping the future of a growing nonprofit.

• Direct collaboration with executive leadership and board members on high-impact fundraising strategies.

• Professional growth in corporate and foundation relations, donor communications, and partnership development.

• Meaningful connections with mission-driven partners, families, and community leaders making a real difference.

• Clear benchmarks and performance rewards, including milestone-based bonuses and opportunities for expanded responsibilities.

• Flexible, supportive work environment that values initiative, creativity, and results over rigid processes.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and prioritize the Institutional Giving pipeline of prospective corporate, industry, and foundation partners.

• Conduct outreach via email, phone, and LinkedIn to secure discovery calls.

• Support the Executive Director and board members by preparing briefing materials and joining partner meetings.

• Draft and submit sponsorship and partnership proposals, tailoring messaging to organizational goals.

• Maintain accurate tracking of all outreach, proposals, and partner engagement in CRM systems.

• Deliver quarterly engagement plans, progress reports, and stewardship updates.

Qualifications:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence in professional outreach (email, phone, and LinkedIn).

• Excellent organizational and project management abilities with attention to detail.

• Experience (or strong interest) in nonprofit development, sales, partnerships, or account management.

• Proficiency with CRM systems, research tools, and online prospecting methods.

• Self-motivated and goal-oriented, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

• Genuine passion for Nevus Outreach’s mission and comfort in representing the organization to external partners.

Trial Period (November 1 - January 31, 2026):

This 90-day mutual trial is designed to ensure a strong fit. Core milestones include:

• Develop and segment a top-40 prospect list from the pre-identified pipeline.

• Complete at least 50 outreach touches and secure 5 discovery calls.

• Draft at least 2 customized proposals.

• Present a Q1 2026 engagement plan.

Bonus eligibility: Up to $1,000 total for completing these milestones.

Time Commitment & Compensation:

• Part-time, 10 - 20  hours per week

• Remote-first position

• This role will be paid as a 1099 Independent Contractor.

• The position commences on November 1, 2025, with an initial evaluation period of 90 days, followed by the opportunity to continue into 2026 as the organization expands.