Inside Higher Ed · 1 hour ago
Development Data and Communications Coordinator
Spartanburg, SC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelInside Higher Ed is seeking a Development Data and Communications Coordinator to support the fundraising, alumni relations, and advancement efforts of Spartanburg Methodist College. The role involves managing the Development Office’s database, coordinating data integrity and reporting, and designing marketing plans for fundraising initiatives and events.
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Responsibilities
Manage and maintain the department’s donor and alumni database (Raiser’s Edge), ensuring accuracy, consistency, and completeness of records
Update constituent records including address changes, employment updates, contact reports, and deceased notifications
Ensure alumni and graduate records are imported correctly and demographic data remains current
Generate routine and ad hoc reports to support fundraising, alumni engagement, and administrative needs
Assist in data cleanup projects and ensure best practices for data entry and stewardship
Design and implement comprehensive marketing and communications plans for major fundraising efforts and institutional events
Create and manage email campaigns, social media content, and print materials in coordination with Advancement and campus partners
Ensure messaging is timely, accurate, and aligned with the College’s brand and fundraising goals
Coordinate event communications including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVP tracking, and related materials
After training, manage event-specific fundraising software, including:
Uploading and managing silent auction items
Overseeing ticket sales and sponsorships
Supporting live auction execution
Finalizing post-event receipting and donor acknowledgements
Provide administrative and logistical support before, during, and after fundraising events
Work effectively as part of a collaborative development team while managing independent responsibilities
Communicate professionally with alumni, donors, vendors, faculty, staff, and community partners via phone, email, text, and in person
Assist with additional advancement-related projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Excellent written and verbal communication required
Preferred
Development, recruiting or sales experience preferred
SMC alumnus a plus but not required
Bachelor's degree preferred
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