Development Associate

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Act as the main administrative support for the Vice President of the Development department while also providing additional assistance to other departmental staff.

• Organize and coordinate logistics for both remote and in-person meetings within the Development department.

• Manage travel arrangements and logistics for fundraising staff during group meetings as required.

• Aid in tracking deadlines for internal reports and communication deliverables.

• Collaborate with the AR Accountant to oversee the integration of gift processing in Raiser’s Edge.

• Generate donor acknowledgment letters and other stewardship communications.

• Ensure accurate and consistent document filing within the department's SharePoint.

• Act as the primary contact for incoming calls, emails, and inquiries directed to the Development department.

• Assess and prioritize urgent requests effectively.

• Assist the Vice President of Development with tracking donor engagement and Moves Management in Raiser’s Edge.

• Coordinate meetings and travel, manage communications and reporting, support donor stewardship initiatives, and maintain organized systems for fundraising and donor engagement operations.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, or a related field with at least 1 year of relevant work experience, OR an Associate degree in the same areas with 2 years of relevant experience, OR a high school diploma/GED with 3 years of relevant experience.

• Relevant work experience may include both paid and unpaid administrative roles that involve customer service, data entry, managing multiple projects under tight deadlines, and collaborating with various departments.

• A minimum of 2 years of administrative experience supporting executives, fundraisers, or professionals in client-facing roles within nonprofit fundraising or development.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and donor database systems, particularly Raiser’s Edge.

• Must have TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and meet any additional state or federal licensing or certification requirements.

• Residency in California is required.

• Excellent written communication and professional correspondence abilities.

• Capability to interact effectively with donors, executives, board members, and community boards.

• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding donor information and comply with ethical fundraising standards.

• Ability to anticipate needs and work both independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.

🏝️ Benefits

• Additional compensation upon passing the bilingual language proficiency exam.

• Annual salary increase.

• 5 weeks of Paid Time Off.

• 11 Paid Holidays.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage.

• Long-term disability coverage, family leave, and life insurance.

• 50% paid premiums for dependents.

• 403b Retirement Plan.

• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan.

• Certified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

• Opportunities for promotion within the agency across California.