Development Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Development Coordinator to support fundraising and administrative operations for a home health organization in Santa Barbara, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong organizational skills, communicates professionally with donors and community contacts, and can keep day-to-day activities running smoothly. The role combines calendar coordination, event support, donor-related administration, and responsive front-line communication in a mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities:
• Manage daily administrative activities, including scheduling, document preparation, correspondence, and general office coordination.
• Serve as a first point of contact for incoming calls, providing courteous assistance, directing inquiries appropriately, and relaying messages in a timely manner.
• Coordinate calendars, appointments, and meetings to help leadership and team members stay organized and on schedule.
• Support fundraising efforts by maintaining donor-related records, preparing outreach materials, and assisting with follow-up communications.
• Help plan and execute events by tracking logistics, coordinating vendors or participants, and ensuring details are handled efficiently.
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and other administrative materials to support development and operational initiatives.
• Maintain accurate files and databases while ensuring information is organized, current, and accessible to the appropriate team members.
• Provide administrative support for department projects and assist with process updates or operational changes as needed.• Experience in administrative support, office coordination, or a similar role requiring strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally by phone, email, and in person with donors, staff, and community contacts.
• Background supporting fundraising activities, donor relations, or event coordination is preferred.
• Strong calendar management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and shifting requests.
• Proficiency with standard office software and administrative systems for scheduling, reporting, and recordkeeping.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Experience working in healthcare, nonprofit, or home health environments is helpful.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a broader team.