Development Coordinator

The Arc San Diego • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

The Arc of San Diego is hiring a relationship-driven and highly organized Development Coordinator who is passionate about fundraising, storytelling, and community impact. The role supports fundraising efforts, builds donor relationships, and drives mission-focused engagement. The coordinator supports fundraising goals, campaigns, and development strategies; researches donor and grant opportunities; writes grant proposals and donor communications; assists with fundraising events and campaigns; maintains donor relationships and stewardship; creates content; and tracks donor data and database accuracy.

The position is located in San Diego, California, and pays $28.00 to $30.00. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 1–2 years of related experience.
• Strong writing skills.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Grant writing experience is preferred.
• Database experience is preferred; Raiser’s Edge experience is 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, including appeals, newsletters, social media posts, and blogs.
• Track donor data, run reports, and maintain database accuracy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level