Development Coordinator

Development Coordinator Position

Ms. JD is seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized, and mission-aligned Development Coordinator to power the day-to-day engine of our fundraising operations. This role is responsible for CRM administration, prospect research, pipeline tracking, proposal development, donor acknowledgments, reporting, and sponsor deliverables. The Development Coordinator converts strategy into consistent action and airtight follow-through—ensuring that every donor touchpoint reflects Ms. JD's commitment to excellence and gratitude.

This role requires strong organizational skills, clear written communication, and a passion for building relationships that advance Ms. JD's mission. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative nonprofit environment and bring both precision and warmth to donor stewardship and development operations.

About Ms. JD

Ms. JD is a non-profit, non-partisan 501(c)(3) that seeks to support and improve the experiences of women law students and lawyers. Obstacles to equal participation hinder not only women in the law but also their colleagues, clients, children, and communities. Ms. JD consequently strives to give voice to why it matters that women continue to overcome barriers to achieve gender parity in the profession. In doing so, Ms. JD spreads the word : Women's Victories Are Everyone's Victories! For more information regarding Ms. JD, please visit www.ms-jd.org.

Position Description

The Development Coordinator supports the full lifecycle of fundraising operations—from prospect identification through stewardship and renewal. This role ensures data integrity, timely communications, and seamless coordination across the development function. The Development Coordinator works closely with the Senior Director of Programs & Development to execute fundraising strategies across multiple revenue channels, including corporate sponsorships, foundation grants, and individual giving. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities :

Pipeline Management & Prospecting

• Research and qualify corporate, law firm, foundation, and individual prospects; build targeted lists and outreach sequences aligned with organizational strategy.
• Manage the full cycle of prospect tracking, from initial identification through cultivation and solicitation, ensuring timely movement through the pipeline.
• Draft sponsorship proposals, pitch decks, grant LOIs / applications, and renewal materials; coordinate with the Senior Director and President & CEO for high-level asks.
• Prepare talking points, briefing materials, and background research to support solicitation meetings led by the Senior Director and President & CEO.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners on joint fundraising projects and sponsorship opportunities.

Donor & Sponsor Operations

Donor & Sponsor Stewardship

Grants & Compliance

Development Events Support

Committee & Administrative Support

Qualifications :

Preferred :

Position Details :

This is a full-time exempt position. The salary range for this position is $60,000 -$72,000 and is commensurate with experience. Benefits include up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave, five weeks of paid time off and 11 paid holidays.

Probationary Period :

This position is subject to a six-month probationary period. During this time, the employee's performance, skills, and alignment with organizational needs will be evaluated. Successful completion of the probationary period will be required for continued employment.

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to executiveassistant@ms-jd.org. Please write "Development Coordinator Position" in the subject line. Applications will be accepted and interviews will be held on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

No phone calls or emails, please. We are unable to respond to queries about application status.

Ms. JD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability or medical condition, political affiliation, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital or domestic partner status, gender identity, parental status, veteran status, height, weight, or any other basis protected by law. Ms. JD is unable to sponsor work permits.

Research has shown that traditionally marginalized communities (people of color, people with disabilities, etc.) often do not apply for jobs if they do not meet every single qualification. If you think you can do this job but do not meet every qualification, we encourage you to still apply.