Development Coordinator

The Veterans Transition Center of California (VTC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering veterans to move from crisis to self-sufficiency through housing, supportive services, and advocacy. The Development Coordinator supports the organization’s fundraising, donor stewardship, communications, and special event efforts. This role plays a key part in maintaining donor records, executing acknowledgment processes, managing event logistics for the annual Gala, and supporting digital communications.

This is a temporary position that increases in hours leading up to and including the annual Gala on May 2, 2026.

• Enter and maintain accurate donation records in Bloomerang
• Process and track Gala ticket purchases in Bloomerang
• Generate and send timely donor acknowledgment letters
• Track and send acknowledgments for in‑kind Gala donations
• Maintain organized donor and event records

• Create and schedule social media posts, including photos and updates
• Support social media strategy and content creation
• Design newsletters and marketing materials using Canva
• Draft and edit donor and event communications
• Photography as needed

• Manage Gala guest list and registration tracking
• Assist with silent auction package tracking and checklist management
• Coordinate and manage Gala volunteer schedule
• Provide on‑site support at the Gala on May 2, 2026
• Assist with event logistics and day‑of execution

• Utilize Excel and Word for tracking and reporting
• Provide professional phone and email communication with donors and guests
• Maintain organized digital and physical event files

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content strategy
• Experience with Square POS or similar payment platforms
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Detail‑oriented with high accuracy in data entry
• Professional phone and communication skills
• Outgoing personality with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Highly organized and systems‑oriented
• Strong written and visual communication skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Comfortable interacting with donors, volunteers, and community members

• Ability to work extended hours (up to 49 hours/week) during peak Gala season
• Availability to work the Gala event on May 2, 2026

Position Type:
Temporary / Interim

Schedule:

25 hours per week through April 15, 2026; 49 hours per week through May 2, 2026 (Gala event date)