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Mission Edge

Development Coordinator

Mission Edge, Vista, California, us, 92085

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Department:

Managed Service Client - Operation HOPE - North County

Location:

Vista

Opportunity Type:

Managed Services Client

Join a passionate team making a real difference in North County!

At Operation HOPE-North County, we are dedicated to breaking the cycle of homelessness by providing safe shelter, vital resources, and compassionate support to families and individuals in need. Through empowerment, advocacy, and community collaboration, we help our residents regain stability and build a path toward self-sufficiency.

Position Summary The Development Coordinator supports the fundraising, donor stewardship, and event activities of the organization. This role is responsible for maintaining donor records, assisting with fundraising campaigns, coordinating special events, and supporting the development team with administrative and operational tasks. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, tech‑savvy, and passionate about our mission! This is a dynamic opportunity to help grow our impact, build community connections, and support a mission that transforms lives every day.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the planning, execution, and evaluation of fundraising campaigns and appeals

Support the preparation of acknowledgment letters and donor communications

Track campaign metrics and assist in producing development reports

Donor Management

Maintain and update donor records in the organization’s CRM system

Generate timely donation acknowledgments and stewardship materials

Help identify and research prospective donors, sponsors, and partners

Event Management

Organize and manage logistics for fundraising and community engagement events

Lead at least 3 community‑based fundraising events per year

Oversee vendor coordination, guest communications, and event promotion

Support post‑event reporting, donor follow‑up, and impact storytelling

Administrative & Budget Support

Monitor and reconcile event and project budgets

Maintain shared drives, calendars, and development‑related files

Note: This list of responsibilities is not intended to be exhaustive. The Development Coordinator may be asked to assist with other duties as needed to support the mission and operations of the organization.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and nonprofit experience

1–3 years of experience in development, fundraising, marketing, or event coordination

Proficiency in donor database systems (e.g., DonorSnap, Bloomerang, Salesforce)

Strong writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Familiarity with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and Canva or email marketing tools a plus

Passion for nonprofit mission and community engagement

Work Schedule & Requirements

Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings or weekends for events

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs and assist with event setup as needed

Reliable transportation for local travel

Reports to Director of Resource Development

If you are an internal candidate, you must discuss your candidacy with your manager before submitting an application.

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance available after 30 days of employment (partially employer sponsored medical insurance).

Generous PTO including: 12 personal days, 5 sick days, and 8 additional holidays.

Employee professional development plan and employee incentives.

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