Development Associate

Scope of Position

The Development Associate provides administrative, communications, and fundraising support to advance the organization’s mission and development goals. This position completes data entry, pulls Key Responsibilities:, Donor Support, Event Coordination and Fundraising Support, Administrative and Operational Support, Communications and Marketing Support.

Key Responsibilities

• Development and Donor Support

• Enter, maintain, and update donor, sponsor, volunteer, and organizational records within the organization’s database or CRM system.

• Process gifts, pledges, and event revenue while ensuring accurate donor records and reporting.

• Prepare and coordinate donor acknowledgments, stewardship activities, and recognition efforts.

• Aid with donor prospect research and the identification of potential funding opportunities.

• Generate donor lists, reports, and data exports to support fundraising and communications activities.

• Aid with sponsorship tracking, fulfillment, and recognition.

• Cook up event materials and support event marketing and participant engagement efforts.

• Cook up event materials and support event marketing and participant engagement efforts.

• Cook up event materials and support event marketing and participant engagement efforts.

• Coordinate volunteers and event-related administrative needs as appropriate.

• Assist with post-event reporting, donor follow-up, and stewardship activities.

• Coordinate scheduling for development meetings, donor engagement activities, and internal planning sessions.

• Aid with departmental tracking systems, reporting, and project management.

• Maintain organized records and documentation for development activities.

• Provide general administrative support to the development team as needed.

• Communications and Marketing Support

• Draft, design, and distribute newsletters, donor communications, and fundraising materials.

• Aid with organizational storytelling and stewardship communications.

• Support communications related to events, campaigns, sponsorships, and organizational updates.

• Aid with social media, website updates, and other development-related communications as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, public relations, business administration, or a related field.

• Strong organizational and administrative skills with attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience coordinating multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and database or CRM systems.

• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain professionalism with donors, board members, and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or communications.

• Familiarity with grant writing and donor databases.

• Experience coordinating events or volunteer activities.

• Graphic design or newsletter platform experience (e.g., Canva, Mailchimp, Constant Contact).

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is commensurate with experience, with a range of $35,000-$45,000. SAVE offers a competitive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, and flexible working arrangements.

To Apply

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please send resume and cover letter to Margaret Fondell, Director of Development mfondell@save.org