Development Coordinator

About Brightside Child & Family Advocacy

At Brightside Child & Family Advocacy, we work every day to prevent child abuse and neglect by strengthening families and creating safe, stable environments where children can thrive. We believe every child deserves the chance to grow up in a loving, supportive home—and we’re committed to making that vision a reality. Our team lives our values in everything we do. Learn more about the culture that drives us at brightsideadvocacy.org/our-values.

Development Coordinator Job Summary

Are you energized by the idea of building something meaningful, fluent in tech tools, and calm under pressure—especially when orchestrating events with a million moving parts? Do you get a thrill from transforming a fundraising idea into an unforgettable experience? Are donor databases, social media strategies, and donor stewardship your kind of playground? If you thrive on collaboration, care deeply about making an impact, and know how to bring order and excellence to chaos, this might be the role for you.

We’re looking for someone who isn’t just looking for a job, but a career in nonprofit development. If you’re eager to expand your skillset, grow into a leadership role, and help shape the future of fundraising in a mission-driven organization, we’re ready to invest in you. You’ll get hands-on experience, mentorship, and every opportunity to thrive and lead.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, or related field.
• At least two years of fundraising/development experience (nonprofit experience preferred). Letters of recommendation from professors or previous employers may be considered in lieu of direct experience.
• Exceptional communication skills—written, verbal, and digital.
• Highly organized with strong time management and the ability to manage multiple projects at once.
• Tech-savvy and eager to learn new platforms. Proficiency in Google Suites required; bonus points for experience with donor management systems, CRM tools, or event software.
• A passion for Brightside’s mission and a heart for children and families.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.

Traits & Distinguishing Characteristics 

• Fierce attention to detail paired with a “big picture” mindset.
• Thrives in high-stress, fast-moving environments with a cool head and can-do attitude.
• Takes initiative, owns outcomes, and follows through with professionalism and accountability.
• Collaborative, respectful, and dedicated to building strong relationships with donors, partners, and teammates.
• Committed to personal and professional growth—welcomes feedback and seeks learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing fundraising strategies to meet and exceed annual goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, community partners, and stakeholders.
• Lead the planning and execution of fundraising events and campaigns—from concept to cleanup.
• Draft compelling fundraising materials including grant proposals, appeals, and donor communications.
• Manage and maintain donor database; ensure accurate and timely data entry and reporting.
• Coordinate donor recognition efforts and stewardship communications.
• Research funding opportunities and potential donor prospects.
• Provide strategic and administrative support to the Executive Director and development team.

Physical Demands

To perform the essential functions of this job successfully, an employee must meet the physical demands described here. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. 

• Much of the work in this position is completed while sitting at a desk and using a computer and phone. It requires talking, hearing, and visual acuity to perform these primary functions.  
• Includes traveling to various locations and facilities throughout the county and navigating mobility within various environments. Must have a driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Occasionally, it includes reaching above shoulder height or below the waist or lifting to 25 pounds for office equipment, supplies, and materials.

Salary & Benefits

This full-time position offers a wellness stipend, IRA match, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance, and generous paid time off. The annual salary range for full-time employment is $40,000 to $44,000, depending on experience and education. Upon hire, clearly defined opportunities for advancement will be provided. The goal of this position is to develop into a Development Director role.

To Apply

Email a cover letter and resume to jobs@brightsideadvocacy.org with “Development Coordinator” as the subject. No phone calls, please. The position will remain open until filled.

Brightside Child & Family Advocacy is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage and seek applications from women, people of color, bilingual and bicultural individuals, as well as members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. Job applicants and staff shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, or medical conditions.