Development Assistant

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate donor and prospect records in Salesforce.
• Process gifts and pledges and ensure timely donor acknowledgments.
• Support donor cultivation and stewardship activities as needed.
• Support the planning and execution of fundraising and donor events, including the Annual Partnership Breakfast, Poker Tournament, and cultivation events.
• Aid in event logistics such as registration, nametags, guest communications, and event materials.
• Support sponsorship fulfillment and attendee tracking.
• Maintain data quality and ensure donor information is complete and up to date.
• Generate reports for fundraising, board, and event-related needs.
• Support the Development team with administrative projects and special assignments as needed.
• Assist Finance department with monthly; quarterly and annual reconciliation and clean up procedures; support with annual audit process.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail
• Organizational awareness
• Planning and organizing
• Time management
• Problem analysis/problem solving

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, volunteer, or professional experience in nonprofit organizations, fundraising, events, customer service, or administrative support.
• Strong interest in nonprofit fundraising and mission-driven work.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Salesforce, Classy, Givesmart or similar platforms.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.