Development Associate

Part-time, non-exempt, union position based in Austin, Texas. Hybrid schedule during regular business hours.

About the role

The Development Associate plays a key role in supporting the Texas Freedom Network’s fundraising operations, with a primary focus on accurate and timely gift processing and database management. This position ensures the integrity of donor records, supports reporting needs, and helps maintain a strong foundation for donor engagement and stewardship. The Development Associate will report to the Senior Development Director.

Responsibilities

• Accurately enter donations (online, checks, events, grants, etc.) into the donor database.
• Generate and track donor acknowledgment letters and tax receipts.
• Maintain documentation for all gifts, including soft credits, pledges, and matching gifts.
• Assist with monthly reconciliation of gifts with finance records in coordination with Development Manager and the finance team.
• Maintain and update donor records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform regular data audits and cleanup (duplicates, formatting, standardization).
• Manage imports from online giving platforms and event systems.
• Ensure data integrity and adherence to database policies and procedures.
• Generate routine and ad hoc fundraising reports.
• Assist development staff with donor lists, segmentation, and mailing prep.
• Support campaign tracking and data pulls for appeals and events.
• Help maintain dashboards and metrics related to fundraising performance.
• Assist with event data tracking and post-event reconciliation.
• Support stewardship efforts through accurate record-keeping.
• Contribute to process improvements for data entry and reporting workflows.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience using Raisers’ Edge (database view).
• Experience with Every Action and Omatic Connector preferred.
• Advanced level skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and G Suite.
• Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills, including the ability to set priorities and improve on existing processes/systems.
• Demonstrates a keen attention to detail, a commitment to follow-through, and a high level of motivation while displaying readiness, optimism, and calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A commitment to the principles and values of TFN and its mission.
• Commitment to equality and social justice.

Pay & Benefits

• $21 per hour
• Monthly remote work stipend
• Paid sick time