Coordinator, Development Services
About The Position
South Coast Botanic Garden’s mission is to connect ALL to the wonders of nature and create experiences that inspire stewardship and sustainability. This 87-acre destination features a unique blend of curated gardens, natural landscapes, and immersive exhibits—all built atop a reclaimed landfill, showcasing the transformative power of nature. From the Dorothy and John Bohannon Rose Garden to the Living Wall art installation and seasonal Butterfly Pavilion, the Garden offers dynamic experiences for guests of all ages. With continued growth, including the upcoming 3.5-acre Children and Family Garden, this is an exciting time to join a collaborative and mission-driven team. The Garden operates under the principles outlined in The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni and is committed to fostering a healthy, high-performing workplace. Ideal candidates bring a positive outlook, strong work ethic, and passion for the Garden’s mission. The Development Coordinator plays a critical support role in advancing the Garden’s fundraising initiatives, including institutional giving, sponsorships, major gifts, and membership programs. This is a highly collaborative, non-exempt role responsible for coordinating donor engagement efforts, supporting events, maintaining data integrity, and providing administrative and project support to the Development team. The position requires a detail-oriented, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, and eager to grow within nonprofit development while contributing to continuous process improvement and exceptional donor stewardship.
Requirements
- 1+ year of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising support, or related field
- Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Ability to learn CRM and project management systems
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Experience with donor databases (e.g., Blackbaud Altru)
- Familiarity with fundraising concepts such as Moves Management
Responsibilities
- Coordinate donor recognition efforts, including donor walls, plaques, and capital project acknowledgments
- Support corporate sponsorship fulfillment and donor stewardship activities
- Assist in developing fundraising communications (emails, proposals, donor correspondence, presentations)
- Conduct prospect research and develop donor/prospect profiles
- Support annual fund and membership initiatives in partnership with leadership
- Coordinate logistics for development events, including invitations, guest lists, RSVPs, and vendor coordination
- Provide on-site support for events, including evenings and weekends as needed
- Assist in planning donor cultivation and stewardship events (e.g., Banyan Legacy Society)
- Maintain accurate and timely data in CRM system (Blackbaud Altru), including: Contact reports Constituent records Biographical and engagement data
- Identify and track prospective donors through membership and fundraising pipelines
- Support portfolio tracking and donor lifecycle management
- Serve as a key user of project management tools (e.g., Monday.com) to improve team efficiency
- Coordinate scheduling, meetings, and calendars for Development leadership
- Assist with internal reporting, briefing materials, and donor bios
- Support general administrative functions within the Development Department
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve systems
- Demonstrate commitment to SCBG’s mission, values, and culture
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
- Provide excellent customer service to donors, members, and guests
- Collaborate effectively across departments
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)
- Paid time off and holidays
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
