Development Coordinator Jobs

Development Coordinator jobs are open across nonprofits, higher education, healthcare, and arts organizations, from entry-level to senior and manager roles, with specializations in grant writing, donor relations, and fundraising operations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles859+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerGenesis HealthCare
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type54% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Eleos Hospice Care
Hospice Care Coordinator - Business Development
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Eleos Hospice Care
New 7h ago
Hospice Care Coordinator - Business Development
Eleos Hospice Care
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$30 - $50/hr
Bachelor's degree

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Prime Controls
Learning & Development Coordinator
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Prime Controls
New 7h ago
Learning & Development Coordinator
Prime Controls
Lewisville, Texas
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$25 - $35/hr
Associate's degree in Business Administration

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AA Metals, Inc.
Business Development Coordinator
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AA Metals, Inc.
New 10h ago
Business Development Coordinator
AA Metals, Inc.
Orlando, Florida
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
51-200

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Fitness Program Development & Sales Coordinator - PT (Base + Incentive)
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Fitness Program Development & Sales Coordinator - PT (Base + Incentive)
Ideas to Reality
Englewood, New Jersey
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$18 - $20/hr
Remote (US)

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GELLERT GLOBAL GROUP
Product Development Coordinator
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GELLERT GLOBAL GROUP
New 10h ago
Product Development Coordinator
GELLERT GLOBAL GROUP
Madison, New Jersey
Business Development
Product Management
Project Management
$60k - $65k/yr
Hybrid

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Development Coordinator Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Genesis HealthCare
    Genesis HealthCare13
  • Signature HealthCARE
    Signature HealthCARE8
  • Next Step Health Care
    Next Step Health Care7
  • American Senior Communities
    American Senior Communities6
  • Advancio
    Advancio5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education10
  • Healthcare & Medical Services6
  • Law & Legal Services5
  • Non-Profit & Social Services4
  • Insurance3

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in development coordinator jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, nonprofit management, liberal arts, or a related field
  • Experience with donor management software such as Raiser's Edge, Salesforce Nonprofit, or Bloomerang
  • Strong written communication skills for grant reports, donor correspondence, and fundraising appeals
  • Ability to manage event logistics, volunteer coordination, and donor stewardship activities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for gift entry and reporting
  • One to three years of experience in fundraising, development, or a related nonprofit or administrative role

Tips for Your Development Coordinator Job Search

Tailor your resume to the sector

Development coordinator roles in nonprofits, universities, and hospitals use different language for the same work. Mirror the terminology in each posting, whether that's 'major gifts,' 'annual fund,' or 'grateful patient program,' so your resume clears the first review.

Quantify donor and campaign outcomes

Hiring managers want to see what you moved, not just what you managed. Replace vague bullet points with specifics: number of donors stewarded, events coordinated, appeals executed, or dollars raised through a campaign you supported.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists development coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Flag database experience prominently

Most development coordinator postings require hands-on experience with a donor management system. Name the specific platform you have used, such as Raiser's Edge, Salesforce Nonprofit, or Bloomerang, in your resume skills section and in the opening summary.

Prepare a gift processing or acknowledgment example

Interviewers often ask how you handle high-volume data entry, gift processing, or donor acknowledgment workflows. Walk through a real process you owned, what the volume looked like, how you caught errors, and what turnaround time you maintained.

Negotiate the full offer, not just base pay

Development coordinator compensation often includes professional development funds, conference allowances, and flexible scheduling. Ask about those benefits specifically during the offer stage, since they vary more across organizations than the base salary band does.

Development Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most development coordinators?

The most active employers for development coordinators right now are Genesis HealthCare, Signature HealthCARE, and Next Step Health Care, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand tends to concentrate at universities, hospital foundations, and large regional nonprofits with dedicated development offices.

How many development coordinator jobs are remote?

About 46% of development coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though the share varies by function. Roles focused on grant writing, donor communications, and database management are more likely to be remote, while positions that involve in-person events, major gift visits, or on-site stewardship typically require regular office presence.

How do you become a development coordinator?

Start with a bachelor's degree in a field like communications, public administration, or nonprofit management, then build hands-on experience through internships, volunteer roles, or administrative positions at a nonprofit or educational institution. Get comfortable with at least one donor database platform, learn the basics of gift processing and donor acknowledgment, and develop writing samples that show you can draft appeals or stewardship reports.

Can you get hired as a development coordinator with little or no experience?

Yes, especially at smaller nonprofits or in entry-level coordinator roles that are designed to train new staff. Volunteer experience with a development office, fundraising event support, or grant research counts toward your candidacy. A strong writing sample, comfort with spreadsheets, and demonstrated attention to detail in data entry can offset a shorter formal work history in direct fundraising.

What does the development coordinator interview process look like?

Most organizations run two to three rounds, starting with a phone or video screen focused on your fundraising background and database experience. A second interview typically involves a hiring manager and sometimes a development officer or director, with scenario questions about donor stewardship, data management, and event coordination. Some employers include a writing exercise, such as drafting a thank-you letter or a short appeal, before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to development coordinator jobs?

You can find and apply to development coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and sector focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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