Development Coordinator

Chrysalis Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence, Inc.; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Chrysalis Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence, Inc. in Glendale, AZ seeks a Development Coordinator to support fundraising and community engagement.

The role handles donor communications, event support, and data entry in fundraising systems, while assisting with grant materials and campaign content. The position works closely with the development team to cultivate donor relationships, respond to inquiries, and ensure accurate record-keeping aligned with Chrysalis’ mission and values.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for donor outreach, reports, and campaigns.
• Customer service mindset to support donors, partners and community members empathetically.
• Project management to coordinate events, campaigns and development initiatives, manage timelines, and prioritize tasks.
• Fundraising knowledge or experience with donor relations, grants, events, or campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day development activities, including donor communications and event support.
• Enter and track data in fundraising systems; maintain accurate donor records and acknowledgments.
• Assist with grant materials, appeals, and campaign content; support marketing and outreach initiatives.
• Collaborate with the development team to cultivate relationships with donors and partners; respond to inquiries.

Skills

Communication

Donor relations

Project management

Customer service

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Confidentiality

Trauma-informed care

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s in nonprofit management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

Company Description

Chrysalis Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence, Inc. is dedicated to leading the community toward comprehensive solutions that prevent domestic abuse and break the intergenerational cycle of violence. Through a 360-degree strategy, Chrysalis supports survivors and addresses abusive behavior with a wide range of programs. Services include a 50-bed crisis shelter offering emergency housing, basic needs, advocacy, trauma counseling, and case management, as well as transitional housing focused on self-empowerment, workforce development, and financial literacy. The organization also provides outpatient counseling by masters-level therapists, victim advocacy in partnership with the Maricopa County Adult Probations Department and lay legal advocacy for various areas of law. Additionally, Chrysalis operates the PAC/PEACE program, helping individuals who have used abusive behavior accept responsibility and adopt non-violent beliefs and practices.

Role Description

The Development Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role based in Glendale, AZ, supporting Chrysalis’ fundraising and community engagement efforts. This position coordinates day-to-day development activities, including donor communications, event support, and data entry and tracking in fundraising systems. The Development Coordinator assists with preparing grant materials, appeals, and campaign content, and helps maintain accurate records of contributions, acknowledgments, and donor information. The role works closely with the development team to cultivate relationships with donors and partners, respond to inquiries, and provide high-quality support to stakeholders. Additional responsibilities may include coordinating volunteer activities, managing project timelines, supporting marketing and outreach initiatives, and ensuring alignment with Chrysalis’ mission and values.

Qualifications

• Strong Communication skills, including clear verbal interaction and professional Writing for donor outreach, reports, and campaign materials.
• Customer Service skills to support donors, partners, and community members with empathy, responsiveness, and professionalism.
• Project Management abilities to coordinate events, campaigns, and development initiatives, manage timelines, and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Fundraising experience or knowledge of donor relations, grant support, events, or campaigns, with an interest in nonprofit development.
• Proficiency with office software and databases (e.g., Microsoft Office, donor management or CRM systems), and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders, and to maintain confidentiality and trauma-informed sensitivity.
• Commitment to Chrysalis’ mission of preventing domestic abuse and supporting survivors; prior nonprofit or social services experience is beneficial.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate or bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Social Work, or related field is preferred.