Development Coordinator

Colonial Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in San Diego is seeking a Development Coordinator to support fundraising campaigns, cultivate donor relationships, and craft compelling stories that advance our mission. You will coordinate outreach, assist with grant submissions, and help plan events that engage supporters and raise critical funds.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 1–2 years of related experience, strong writing and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–2 years fundraising or related experience.
• Strong writing skills; grant writing preferred.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Microsoft Office proficiency; Raiser's Edge experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support fundraising goals, campaigns, and development strategies
• Research and identify donor and grant opportunities
• Write and submit grant proposals and donor communications
• Assist with fundraising events and campaigns
• Build and maintain donor relationships and stewardship efforts
• Create content (appeals, newsletters, social media, blogs)
• Track donor data, run reports, and maintain database accuracy

Skills

Grant writing

Donor relations

Storytelling

Organization

Research skills

MS Office

Raiser's Edge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: San Diego, CA
Pay: The pay for this position is $28.00 to $30.00
Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Who You Are

We are looking for a relationship-driven and highly organized Development Coordinator who is passionate about fundraising, storytelling, and community impact. This role plays a key part in supporting our fundraising efforts, building donor relationships, and driving mission-driven engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support fundraising goals, campaigns, and development strategies
• Research and identify donor and grant opportunities
• Write and submit grant proposals and donor communications
• Assist with fundraising events and campaigns
• Build and maintain donor relationships and stewardship efforts
• Create content (appeals, newsletters, social media, blogs)
• Track donor data, run reports, and maintain database accuracy

What Success Looks Like

• Meeting fundraising and campaign goals
• Growth in donor engagement and relationships
• Strong grant submissions and reporting
• Effective, well-executed events and campaigns
• Accurate data tracking and compelling storytelling

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• 1-2 years related related experience
• Strong writing skills (grant writing preferred)
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency; database experience preferred (Raisers Edge a plus)