Habitat for Humanity Grand Traverse Region
Traverse City, Michigan | Full-Time
Build Relationships. Engage Volunteers. Strengthen Our Community.
Habitat for Humanity Grand Traverse Region is seeking an energetic, relationship-focused
Development Coordinator to inspire community involvement and support our mission of building strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable homeownership.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys building partnerships, coordinating volunteers, planning events, and connecting people with meaningful opportunities to make a difference.
Working alongside our Development team, the Development Coordinator will cultivate community partnerships, oversee volunteer engagement, coordinate special events, and manage
fundraising efforts focused on businesses, civic organizations, churches, and community groups.
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Develop and strengthen relationships with local businesses, civic organizations, churches, schools, and community groups.
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Manage a portfolio of community partners and corporate sponsors, focusing primarily on gifts and sponsorships under $10,000.
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Recruit, coordinate, and steward volunteers for construction sites, the ReStore, special events, and other Habitat programs.
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Plan and execute volunteer appreciation activities, fundraising events, and community engagement initiatives.
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Represent Habitat for Humanity at community events, networking opportunities, and public presentations.
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Coordinate corporate volunteer build days and community service projects.
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Maintain accurate donor, volunteer, and partnership records within Bloomerang.
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Collaborate with the Fund Development committee and other staff to achieve annual fundraising and engagement goals.
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Prepare reports on volunteer participation, community partnerships, and engagement activities.
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Ensure volunteers have a positive, safe, and meaningful experience while supporting
Habitat's mission.
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, public relations, business, or a related field preferred.
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One or more years of experience in fundraising, volunteer management, community engagement, event planning, or nonprofit development.
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Outstanding communication and relationshipbuilding skills.
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Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and events.
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Experience coordinating volunteers or community outreach initiatives.
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Comfortable speaking before groups and representing Habitat in the community.
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Experience using donor or CRM software (Bloomerang experience is a plus).
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
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Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
Every partnership you build and every volunteer you engage helps create affordable housing opportunities for families throughout Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and Kalkaska Counties. This is
an opportunity to join a passionate team where your work creates lasting impact in our community.
Habitat for Humanity Grand Traverse Region offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
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Health insurance
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Retirement plan with employer contribution
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Paid time off and holidays
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Professional development opportunities
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A collaborative, missiondriven work environment
If you are passionate about building relationships, engaging volunteers, and strengthening communities, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help build homes, communities, and hope.
Habitat for Humanity Grand Traverse Region is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes
At Habitat for Humanity Grand Traverse Region, we believe everyone needs a safe, affordable place to call home. Our mission is to bring people together to build homes, communities, and hope—and we’re looking for passionate, purpose-driven individuals to join us. As part of our team, you’ll play a direct role in strengthening our local community. Whether you’re working in construction, at our ReStore, in administration, or with community engagement, your work will have a meaningful and lasting impact in Grand Traverse, Kalkaska and Leelanau Counties. We value individuals who are hardworking, compassionate, and committed to serving others. If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of a team that builds more than just houses, we’d love to hear from you.
