Investment & Partnership Engagement Coordinator

Investment & Partnership Engagement Coordinator

Do you want to help transform lives through education while building a meaningful career in fundraising, donor engagement, and nonprofit leadership?

San Miguel School is seeking an ambitious, organized, and mission-driven professional to join our growing team as Investment & Partnership Coordinator.

San Miguel School is a tuition-free, independent Catholic middle school serving low-income students and families in Washington, DC. Rooted in the Lasallian tradition, San Miguel provides an extended-day, extended-year educational model focused on academic growth, leadership development, and long-term graduate support. Our students often enter several grade levels behind academically, yet through individualized support and high expectations, 100% of graduates are accepted into Catholic or independent college-preparatory high schools.

While we have much to celebrate, our work is far from done. San Miguel is entering an exciting period of growth as we continue expanding donor partnerships, fundraising initiatives, student support programs, and community engagement efforts throughout the Washington region.

This position offers a unique opportunity for someone looking to grow professionally within fundraising and advancement while gaining hands-on experience in:

• donor engagement,
• fundraising events,
• stewardship,
• development operations,
• Salesforce management,
• communications,
• and executive-level advancement strategy.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys balancing relationship-building, project management, communications, and operations. While prior nonprofit or fundraising experience is preferred, candidates with strong backgrounds in organizational, communication, event, or client relations are encouraged to apply.

Purpose

The Investment & Partnership Coordinator is responsible for providing daily operational, administrative, and engagement support for San Miguel School’s fundraising and partnership efforts involving individuals, foundations, corporations, and community organizations. This position has extensive internal coordination responsibilities and significant interaction with donors, trustees, community partners, faculty, staff, and volunteers. The role also provides direct exposure to executive-level fundraising strategy and advancement operations while working closely with the President and leadership team.

The position plays a central role in coordinating donor engagement systems, stewardship efforts, fundraising events, communications, and development operations to support the organization's continued growth.

Major Responsibilities

Donor Engagement & Fundraising Events

• Assist in planning and execution of donor-facing events, including the Annual Scholarship Benefit (ASB), donor receptions, cultivation events, student sponsorship gatherings, and Board events
• Coordinate invitations, RSVPs, sponsorship tracking, guest lists, seating, printed materials, and donor follow-up
• Support donor stewardship and engagement efforts before, during, and after fundraising events
• Coordinate visitor hospitality, donor tours, and school engagement opportunities

Donor Relations & Development Operations

• Receive and route inquiries from donors, community partners, and supporters
• Manage donor acknowledgments, stewardship communications, and gift tracking
• Maintain accurate donor records and campaign information within Salesforce
• Assist with gift processing, reconciliation, reporting, and donor database management
• Coordinate online giving notifications and donor-advised fund communications
• Support investment and partnership office organization, systems management, and operational workflows

Communications & Marketing

• Assist with the production and distribution of fundraising and donor communications
• Support email campaigns, social media content, event communications, and donor storytelling efforts
• Coordinate development-related materials, including event collateral, presentations, and campaign graphics
• Help strengthen donor engagement and institutional visibility through strategic communications

Board, Leadership & Community Coordination

• Support the work of the Board of Trustees and the IP Committee
• Assist with scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and coordinating communications
• Serve as a liaison between leadership, donors, trustees, volunteers, vendors, and community partners
• Support partnership initiatives, including fundraising collaborations with schools, businesses, and community organizations

Administrative & Operational Support

• Maintain development office records, files, and organizational systems
• Assist with report preparation, meeting coordination, and project management
• Support implementation of development office goals, systems, and procedures
• Collaborate closely with leadership and advancement staff to ensure successful operations
• Other duties as assigned to support organizational growth and fundraising success

Why This Opportunity Is Unique

This position is ideal for someone who wants to build a long-term career in fundraising or nonprofit leadership. Unlike many entry-level advancement roles, this position provides meaningful exposure to:

• executive-level fundraising strategy,
• donor cultivation,
• major events,
• stewardship systems,
• board relations,
• communications,
• and advancement operations.

The individual in this role will work directly with experienced nonprofit leadership while gaining hands-on involvement in nearly every aspect of a modern fundraising operation.

This role offers strong potential for long-term professional growth within advancement, donor engagement, and nonprofit leadership.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in fundraising operations
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred
• CRM database experience (Salesforce experience a plus)
• Proficiency in the Google Office Suite and general digital communication platforms
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Professionalism, initiative, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to represent the organization positively with donors, volunteers, and community partners
• Commitment to the mission and values of San Miguel School
• Ability to be coached, adapt, critically think, and solve problems 

Reports To: President & Head of School / Investment and Partnership Leadership

Compensation & Benefits: 

Starting salary is $50,000 annually, with compensation commensurate with experience and expertise.

San Miguel School offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with employer matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Subsidized ID Shield and Legal Shield benefits
• Strong opportunities for professional growth within a growing investment and partnership team
• An incredibly rewarding, mission-driven environment where you can directly see the impact of your work on students and families across Washington, DC.