Development Engagement Coordinator

ABOUT US:  The Tampa Bay Conservancy (TBC) is a land trust, founded in 2001, with a mission to protect the Tampa Bay region’s natural, agricultural, and scenic heritage. It works with landowners, community groups, and agencies to preserve land in Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Manatee, Polk, and Hernando counties, often using conservation easements. 

POSITION:    Development Engagement Coordinator, part time

The Development Engagement Coordinator is key to growing financial support for our organization through building relationships with donors, volunteers, and the broader community. This part-time position blends fundraising, storytelling, written communication and social media engagement to connect people to our mission, engage supporters, and amplify our environmental work. Community engagement and relationship-building are central to our fundraising approach and long-term support. Candidate should have 3 years previous experience in a similar role within a nonprofit environment. Required that the candidate be located in the Tampa Bay area. A full job description is available upon request.

Application period ends Feb. 28, 2026.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support and grow fundraising efforts, including donor cultivation, appeals, stewardship and relationship-building
• Research and help pursue grant opportunities
• Help engage and grow our donor and volunteer community through outreach and storytelling
• Draft clear, compelling written content for emails, social media, and other communications
• Manage and contribute to social media to engage younger and older audiences and amplify our environmental and conservation work
• Assist with community outreach activities, events, and partnerships as needed
• Track and organize basic fundraising, donor, grant and engagement information and assist with basic reporting

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong writing and communication skills
• Comfortable engaging with people and building relationships
• Interest in fundraising, community outreach, or nonprofit development
• Proficient with social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X formerly Twitter, Snapchat, etc.
• Organized, reliable, and able to work independently
• Passion for environmental issues and mission-driven work

DETAILS:

• Part-time: 15–20 hours per week
• Flexible schedule; some evening or weekend hours may be required occasionally
• Compensation: [hourly rate or range]

Location: Required to be in the Tampa Bay area