Donor Engagement Coordinator

Posted 10/29/25

Rock Creek Conservancy | Washington, DC | Hybrid

If you love connecting people to fun, fulfilling experiences in nature — and you believe parks belong to everyone — this might be the perfect fit for you.

As our Donor Engagement Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in growing our individual donor community, building relationships that sustain our work to protect, restore, and celebrate Rock Creek in Washington, DC and Montgomery County, MD.

You’ll bring creativity, warmth, and strategy to everything you do, from personal outreach and stewardship to inspiring long-time donors to deepen their commitment. You’ll connect your communication and relationship-building skills to a mission that matters, while helping take our fundraising efforts to the next level.

What you’ll do

As Donor Engagement Coordinator, you’ll help shape the future of Rock Creek Conservancy’s individual giving program. You’ll focus on growing our annual fund, expanding our small-donor base, and cultivating pathways for donors to increase their impact over time. Here’s how that would look day-to-day:

  • Develop an annual giving strategy to increase the Conservancy's donor base, retention and upgrade rates.

  • Manage multiple annual giving campaigns throughout the year.

  • Interface with our direct response firm to craft compelling fundraising appeals and communications that inspire donors to give - and give again.

  • Grow our community of supporters. You’ll build strong, lasting relationships through personalized emails, phone calls, handwritten notes, and in-person conversations.

  • Cultivate deeper connections. You’ll develop thoughtful stewardship plans to make every donor feel seen, appreciated, and part of something bigger.

  • Engage donors through experiences. You’ll help plan and support house-gathering donor events, volunteer days, forest walks, and site visits that connect people directly to Rock Creek and its impact.

  • Collaborate across teams. You’ll partner with communications, program, and events staff to craft compelling stories and coordinate donor touchpoints.

  • Track and share results. You’ll manage donor data, measure engagement, and analyze giving trends to inform future strategy.

  • Inform creative engagement online. You’ll help shape the creative aspects of our social media by conceiving and executing exciting new ways to engage donors digitally.

What you bring

  • 2–4 years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, or nonprofit communications.

  • A passion for parks, conservation, and community — you care deeply about making nature accessible for all.

  • Strong writing and storytelling skills — you know how to connect emotion and action.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills — you’re energized by conversations and making people feel valued.

  • A people-first mindset — you genuinely enjoy cultivating relationships and celebrating generosity.

  • Great organization and attention to detail — you can manage multiple projects and deadlines with ease.

  • Familiarity with CRMs (EveryAction or similar) and comfort learning new tools.

  • Desired but not required: Familiarity with the Washington, DC region philanthropic community.

What you’ll love about working here

  • Impact you can see. Your work will help restore forests, protect wildlife, improve water quality, and expand access to nature for all.

  • Community and collaboration. You’ll work with a dynamic, mission-driven team — and thousands of volunteers and partners — who share your passion.

  • Growth opportunities. You’ll take on responsibility, stretch your skills, and see the tangible results of your ideas.

  • Flexibility. Hybrid schedule, competitive leave, and a culture that values balance and wellbeing.

  • Belonging. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and amplifying the voices of the diverse communities throughout the watershed we help conserve.

The details

  • Reports to: Senior Director of Development and Communications

  • Team: 15 staff based in the DC area

  • Location: Hybrid – typically 2 days/week in our Bethesda, MD office; some travel within the Rock Creek watershed (DC and Montgomery County, MD).

  • Salary range: $48,000–$58,000, commensurate with experience, plus benefits (health, dental, vision; 401k with employer match; paid leave; and holidays).

  • Schedule: Full-time, with occasional evenings/weekends for donor events and community programs.

How to Apply

Send a resume and a short, thoughtful cover letter telling us why you’re excited about this role to info@rockcreekconservancy.org, with the subject line “Donor Engagement Coordinator.”

Applications received by November 15, 2025 will receive priority review, but we’ll accept submissions until the position is filled.