Development Coordinator – Temporary Role

Working Wardrobes•Santa Ana, CA

10d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Working Wardrobes is seeking a detail-oriented and relationship-driven Development Coordinator to support donor stewardship and retention efforts. This part-time role plays a critical function in ensuring donors feel valued, connected, and informed about the impact of their giving. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and passionate about building meaningful relationships through thoughtful communication, timely acknowledgment, and consistent follow-up.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and follow-through
Thoughtful communicator with a donor-first mindset
Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy
Comfort working in a CRM/database environment
Collaborative and proactive approach to team support
Experience in nonprofit development, customer service, or administrative support
Familiarity with donor databases (e.g., DonorPerfect or similar CRM)
Strong written communication skills, particularly for donor-facing correspondence

Nice To Haves

Event support or coordination experience a plus

Responsibilities

Draft and coordinate the mailing of donor acknowledgement letters in a timely and personalized manner.
Responsible for donor acknowledgement by thanking donors through email, letter or phone; or connecting with team members for acknowledgement.
Re-engage lapsed donors by connecting them to volunteer opportunities, event invitations, in-person tours, and other meaningful engagement opportunities.
Work with Development team to enhance donor relationships, increase likelihood of continued support, and develop new recognition opportunities for donor communities.
Maintain accurate donor and volunteer records in the CRM, capturing key interactions and supporting tracking of donor touchpoints to ensure timely, consistent, and relationship-focused follow-up.
Support development events through a variety of coordination and on-site responsibilities, as needed.
Works closely with the department staff to ensure proper follow up with event attendees, prospects, and donors.
Provide administrative support for committees, including but not limited to preparing agendas and materials, taking minutes, tracking action items, and maintaining accurate rosters and records.
Handles administrative and clerical responsibilities needed to support the senior department members as requested.