Development Coordinator: Fundraising & Donor Relationships

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; San Diego, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of San Diego is seeking a Development Coordinator to support fundraising efforts, build donor relationships, and drive mission-driven engagement.

You will research grant opportunities, write proposals and communications, and help manage events and campaigns while maintaining donor data accuracy. The position values strong writing, organization, and teamwork within a dynamic nonprofit environment in San Diego.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent.
• 1–2 years related fundraising experience preferred.
• Strong writing skills; grant writing experience preferred.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Raiser's Edge/database 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

Fundraising

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Job description

The Arc of San Diego is seeking a Development Coordinator to support fundraising efforts, build donor relationships, and drive mission-driven engagement.

You will research grant opportunities, write proposals and communications, and help manage events and campaigns while maintaining donor data accuracy. The position values strong writing, organization, and teamwork within a dynamic nonprofit environment in San Diego.