Development Coordinator at The Salt Lake Tribune

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Skills, Writing Skills, Communication Skills, Google Suite, Excel, Event Planning, Donor Engagement, Campaign Management, Project Management, Salesforce, Grant Writing, Nonprofit Fundraising, Marketing Skills, Presentation Skills

Industry

Description

Description Location: Hybrid - based in Salt Lake City About The Tribune The Salt Lake Tribune has been Utah’s independent voice since 1871. In 2019, we became the first legacy U.S. newspaper to transition to nonprofit status, helping to lead a national movement toward sustainable local journalism. Now we are seeking to build upon our foundation by expanding statewide, launching new event series, and introducing a membership program. The Role The Development Coordinator will join a nine-person revenue team and support all aspects of nonprofit fundraising, including individual, corporate, and grant giving. This role will: Help lead small-dollar donor engagement and stewardship Support major gift cultivation in partnership with the Chief Development Officer Support in grant writing and reporting in partnership with the CDO and development team Manage select donor campaigns Assist in data entry and reporting for all philanthropic giving at The Tribune Help produce events to strengthen relationships with donors, prospects, and readers. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, organized professional who is passionate about community impact and the future of independent journalism. This is a full-time, salaried, benefits-eligible position. What You’ll Do Donor Relations Serve as the primary contact for small-dollar donors Manage donor benefits Develop and manage stewardship plans; respond to donor inquiries via email/phone Assist with major donor communications Campaigns & Communications Project manage small-dollar campaigns (list creation, deadlines, print/mail coordination) Assist in writing campaign communications Database & Grants Co-manage donation processing and database accuracy (Salesforce or comparable CRM) Research grant opportunities, maintain grant calendar, and assist with grant writing Support departmental project management, including weekly/monthly reporting Events & Reporting Help plan and execute development events (occasional nights/weekends required) Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave Employer-paid life insurance, short-term & long-term disability Flexible hours and hybrid work options Cellphone stipend + mileage reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for qualified employees Why Join Us This role is at the heart of building a sustainable future for local journalism in Utah. As part of a small, collaborative team, you’ll have the chance to grow your skills in fundraising, donor engagement, and nonprofit development — while making a direct impact on The Tribune’s ability to serve communities statewide. The Salt Lake Tribune is an inclusive employer. We’re committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve, and we strongly encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Requirements What We're Looking For Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Strong writing and communication skills Proficiency with Google Suite and Excel Comfortable attending events and speaking with donors/prospects Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Proficiency with Salesforce (or comparable donor database) Experience with campaign/project management Marketing and presentation skills (deck creation, donor communications) Experience with grants or nonprofit fundraising

Responsibilities

The Development Coordinator will support all aspects of nonprofit fundraising, including donor engagement, major gift cultivation, and grant writing. This role also involves managing donor campaigns and assisting in event production to strengthen relationships with donors and prospects.