Temporary – Development Coordinator
Colorado Springs, CO
Position Summary
The Temporary Advancement Coordinator will implement and oversee fundraising programs to include an integrated donor stewardship program, the Sponsor a Day program, and administration of fundraising database, Raiser’s Edge. This position provides support to the Advancement (fundraising) team and is critical in the support of all Catholic Charities of Central Colorado frontline programs.
Essential Duties
Donor Engagement and Stewardship (50%)
- Solicit and coordinate donor meetings on behalf of the Chief Advancement Officer.
- Build and steward relationships with donors and act as a primary contact in researching and answering donor questions.
- Implement strategies to recognize and engage first time, monthly, lapsing and major donors.
Sponsor a Day Program Management (40%)
- Manage and steward the portfolio of donors within the Sponsor a Day program.
- Research new donors, both individuals and business, for the program.
- Develop and coordinate proposals to new and returning donors.
- Collaborate with the Chief Advancement Officer to solicit and secure both returning and new donors for the Sponsor a Day program.
Database Administration & Team Support (10%)
- Maintain current and accurate donor information in Raiser’s Edge.
- Conduct donor research, such as biographical, demographic, and contact information.
- Develop and run reports and ad-hoc queries from Raiser’s Edge upon request.
- Manage the online donation platform (Qgiv) and complete changes as requested.
- Assist and support the CAO as requested.
Requirements
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Three years of experience in development, donor relations, nonprofits, or related field preferred.
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to form and nurture positive relationships with donors and co-workers.
- Strong project management and research skills.
- Experience with donor database software, Raisers Edge preferred.
- Strong command of Microsoft Office programs.
- Demonstrated self-starter and ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Ability and willingness to work within the established structure of Catholic Charities.
- Analytical and creative mind with the ability to work efficiently, effectively, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to apply culturally appropriate skills in interactions with clients, co-workers, volunteers, partner agencies, and other community members.
- Excellent communication (verbal and written), problem solving, listening, and interpersonal skills.
Work Environment
- Occasional evenings and weekends may be required to accommodate meetings and special events.
- This is an on-site, in-office position, not remote.
- A majority of the assigned duties are performed in an office environment.
- The employee is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions.
- Reasonable accommodation can be provided to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of this position.
This description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making compensation decisions.
Compensation & Position Classification
- $25/hour
- Non-Exempt
- Part Time: 20 hours per week
- Temporary Position: July 14, 2025 – October 24, 2025
- Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; schedule negotiable
- Paid holidays and accrued time off
- This is a temporary position with a duration of approximately 12 to 16 weeks. Because this is a short-term assignment, it does not include benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Catholic Charities is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), color, national origin or ancestry, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth or any related conditions, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment.
Applicants and employees need not be Catholic. However, all employees are governed by Canon Law or the teachings of the Catholic Church.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
PI273759432
- Job Title
- Temporary – Development Coordinator
- Agency
- Catholic Charities of Central Colorado
- Posted On
- June 23, 2025