Development Coordinator

Metropolitan Ministries; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

PTO

11 holidays

401K with company match

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Training and career development

Job summary

Metropolitan Ministries is seeking a Development Coordinator to support its Advancement team and the Metropolitan Ministries Foundation. You will strengthen donor relationships, support major and legacy giving initiatives, and ensure excellence in donor engagement, stewardship, and operations.

You will collaborate with leadership to manage the full donor lifecycle, while providing essential administrative and project coordination support across cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 2+ years of nonprofit fundraising, development operations, donor relations, or special events preferred.
• Strong organizational and project management skills; high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage donor relationships across MMI and MMF, including major, planned, and legacy donors.
• Assist in donor engagement strategies and stewardship activities.
• Coordinate and track donor stewardship activities, including recognition, reporting, and communications.
• Provide administrative and project support for MMF (planned/legacy giving initiatives).
• Maintain donor records related to estate/planned gifts in confidentiality and compliance.
• Conduct donor and prospect research to support portfolio development and decision-making.
• Maintain accurate data in the donor database (Virtuous).
• Support planning and execution of advancement fundraising events and sponsorship tracking.
• Coordinate meetings and engagement activities for volunteer leadership and ambassadors.

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Virtuous CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

• If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life‑changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer‑fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

Job Type

Full‑time

About Us

• If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life‑changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer‑fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer

• Salary: $45,000 - $48,000
• Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.
• Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.
• PTO is offered to full‑time and part‑time employees.
• 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match.
• $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Training and career development.
• Discounted membership at the YMCA.

Job Functions

The Development Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting the Advancement team across both Metropolitan Ministries (MMI) and the Metropolitan Ministries Foundation (MMF/Legacy Giving). This position contributes to the success of fundraising efforts by strengthening donor relationships, supporting major and planned giving initiatives, and ensuring excellence in donor engagement, stewardship, and operations. The Coordinator partners closely with the Advancement Team and Foundation leadership to support the full donor lifecycle—identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship—while also providing essential administrative and project coordination support. This role helps advance both current and legacy giving strategies to achieve annual and long‑term resource development goals.

Essential Responsibilities

Advancement & Donor Support

• Support the Advancement team in managing donor relationships across MMI and MMF, including major, planned, and legacy donors
• Assist in the execution of donor engagement strategies, ensuring consistent and meaningful touchpoints
• Coordinate and track donor stewardship activities, including recognition, reporting, and communications

Foundation & Legacy Giving Support

• Provide administrative and project support for MMF (planned/legacy giving initiatives)
• Assist in managing legacy society communications, recognition, and engagement opportunities
• Help maintain donor records related to estate/planned gifts in alignment with confidentiality and compliance standards

Prospect Research & Pipeline Support

• Conduct donor and prospect research to support portfolio development and strategic decision-making
• Analyze giving history, capacity, and engagement trends to inform cultivation strategies
• Maintain accurate and timely data in the donor database (Virtuous)

Events & Engagement

• Support planning and execution of Advancement fundraising events, including donor cultivation events, special events, and Foundation-related gatherings
• Assist with sponsorship tracking, guest management, and follow‑up activities
• Support Ministries‑wide initiatives such as Holiday Center and signature events

Affinity Groups & Volunteer Leadership

• Provide administrative and communication support for volunteer leadership and affinity groups, including Ambassadors, LampLighters, Councils, and the Advancement Committee
• Coordinate meetings, materials, and engagement activities to strengthen volunteer‑led fundraising

Administrative & Operational Support

• Support Advancement leadership with scheduling, reporting, donor correspondence, and project coordination
• Ensure strong documentation, organization, and follow‑through on key initiatives
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Programs, Grants, Donor‑Facing, and Marketing teams

Compliance & Ethics

• Adhere to all organizational policies, donor intent requirements, confidentiality standards, and fundraising ethics
• Ensure proper handling of restricted gifts, donor records, and regulatory expectations

Requirements

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred; 2+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development operations, donor relations, or special events preferred.

Skills Requirements

Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities. High attention to detail and follow‑through. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, and leadership. Experience with donor databases (CRM), Microsoft Office Suite, and research tools. Comfort with data entry, reporting, and donor tracking systems.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds. Flexible schedule, including availability for occasional evenings and weekends for events. Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments, including events and temporary settings. Stamina to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual demands of the role.

Other

Must pass pre‑employment screening. Must be authorized to work in the United States.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 813-209-1083 or via email at [e-mail]

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