Development Associate - Newton, United States - Project Self-Sufficiency

Project Self-Sufficiency

Verified Company

Newton, United States

1 week ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

The Development Associate is a dynamic and engaging professional with a passion for making an impact.

This professional will assist in the development and implementation of all fundraising activities related to advancing the mission of Project Self-Sufficiency.

A "people person," this individual will work with the community to establish robust connections with donors, prospects, partners, and volunteers to raise awareness about the agency's work.

Key Skills & Abilities_
Highlevel positive multitasking, organizational and project management skills
Outgoing people person and confident public speaker
Collaborative, with ability to work on projects with a team or independently
Knowledge of fundraising software and tools preferred
Excellent leadership, organization, interpersonal, listening, and written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail, with the ability to see the big picture and meet highlevel goals.
High level of ownership and initiative
Deadline driven
Desire to make a positive impact on the people of Sussex, Warren, Morris and Hunterdon Counties
Availability to work select evenings and weekends
Selected Duties_
Oversee donor gift processing and stewardship, including logging, entering, and coding all donations (mail, web, event, etc.) and generating thank you letters using timely, effective, appropriate and consistent methods
Ensure accuracy and security of all donor and gift data, maintain strict confidentiality
Assist with campaigns for current, lapsed, acquisition and donor prospects
Coordinate special events including managing event logistics, program outline support, catering, invitations, RSVP's, "day of" support, and post event stewardship
Prepare detailed reports on giving, events, and campaigns
Assist at agency events as needed, particularly development programming and events, such as: Autumn Harvest Shoot, A Taste of Talent, Season of Hope Toy Shop, Project 300 and other events as assigned.
Ability to multitask, knowledge of Microsoft Office, and experience working in a related field a plus.

Minimum five years of non-profit industry development experience and bachelor's degree required. Health benefits, on-site childcare, and 401K plan available. Salary commensurate with previous experience, references, and other factors.

Pay:
$55, $65,000.00 per year

Benefits: