Position SummaryThe
Resource Development Associate is an integral part of the Resource Development team, contributing directly to the team's success. This role is responsible for donation processing, data management, prospect research, acknowledgements, and donor communications. This is a full-time position that reports to the SVP, Resource Development and Strategic Partnerships and will also assist the team with donor management and cultivation, event planning and execution, grant writing, and fundraising campaigns. This role supports the department in all areas of fundraising, communications, and marketing to strategically meet and exceed organizational and departmental goals.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesOperational Support- Provide general administrative support to the team, ensuring that team members have the information and resources needed to meet department goals.
- Assist in the coordination and logistics of stewarding and cultivation events.
- Create briefings for the development team in-conjunction with philanthropy officers in preparation for donor meetings, events, and fundraising activities.
- Provide administrative support to the development team, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and handling correspondence.
Database Management- Maintain the development team database, Salesforce, and all other fundraising platforms, ensuring accurate and timely data entry, gift processing, and regular data maintenance, including removal of duplicate records, investigating outdated addresses, etc.
- Create reports from Salesforce for direct mailings, emails, and donor information for the team members as needed.
- Track campaign results and progress made toward annual fundraising goals.
- Maintain the data and backend coordination of monthly giving programs.
Stewarding and Cultivation- Assist team members in the creation and dissemination of stakeholder materials.
- Assist in coordinating and maintaining third party events.
- Ensure that donors are appropriately acknowledged and kept informed about how their support is being used.
- Build long-term relationships with donors by maintaining regular communication and engagement.
- Be an ambassador of the organization, reflecting the values of teamwork, collaboration, inclusivity, and mutual respect.
Miscellaneous Projects- Provide support on other projects as needed.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree required
- At least two to three years of related administrative and fundraising program support experience at a fast-paced nonprofit organization.
- Experience with fundraising software and databases, such as Salesforce, Fundraise Up, MailChimp, or additional nonprofit fundraising software, etc.
- Understanding of fundraising principles and best practices. Knowledge of gift processing and moves management.
- Knowledge of or desire to learn fundraising and stewardship practices.
- Advanced in the functional use of Microsoft Office Suite, social media platforms, and the capability to learn new software applications and technologies in database management.
- Strong attention to detail, data entry, and problem-solving skills.
- Technology savvy with strong working knowledge of Google Suite and cloud-based tools, databases, and systems.
- Must be a strong writer with excellent editing skills.
- Ability to execute project tasks and collaborate with a team to move projects forward.
- Personal initiative and drive to produce high-quality and timely deliverables.
- The ability to easily build and maintain relationships and the desire to work collaboratively, effectively, and respectfully with diverse audiences.
- Intrinsic motivation to support others.
- The ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships is essential to the success of this role.
- Ability to travel up to 20% annually.
Application ProcessThe salary range for this role is between $65,000 - $75,000 annually. Salary is commensurate with experience. NFHA offers:
- 100% paid health, vision, and dental coverage for employees and family
- 100% paid life, long-term disability, and long-term care insurance
- Generous employer contribution to 403(b) retirement benefit plan
- Comprehensive paid time off benefits, including holidays, vacation and sick leave
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be considered. No telephone calls, please.Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity StatementNFHA values and encourages diversity in its workforce. NFHA supports affirmative action and is dedicated to promoting equal employment opportunities. NFHA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other category or characteristic protected by the laws of the United States or the District of Columbia.