Development Assistant

826 Boston • Boston, MA

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

826 Boston’s Development Assistant will be a key support for 826 Boston’s Development and Communications team. The Development Assistant will implement our signature peer-to-peer fundraising event—the Half Half Half Half Half Marathon—while supporting donor stewardship and team operations. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on managing logistics, enjoys creative problem-solving, and is excited about inspiring donor support through events, thoughtful communication, and efficient systems. The ideal candidate is a fast learner, a detail-oriented team player with strong communication and project management skills.

Requirements

• 0-2 years relevant experience.
• Interest in fundraising, events, or nonprofit work, with related internship, volunteer, or campus leadership experience a plus
• Ability to collaborate and work independently, including initiating contact and building relationships
• Willingness to learn new systems and skills, with a proactive and positive attitude
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple timelines
• Computer proficiency in Google Suite; Familiarity with customer relationship management software (like Salesforce) is a plus
• Commitment to educational equity and youth empowerment
• Must have strong written communication skills with an emphasis on proofreading
• Applicants must reside in Massachusetts and be able to commute to the in-person location listed below before the role starts.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with mission-aligned nonprofits in Boston is a plus

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update CRM donor database (Salesforce) with accurate and timely donor information and communication efforts across multiple portfolio managers
• Manage personalized and timely acknowledgment for all donors, including overseeing intern support during high-volume acknowledgement season.
• Provide research on 826 community supporters to encourage tailored outreach and strategy
• Encourage continued support from 826 Boston donors through research and personalized outreach.
• Support day-to-day operations by tracking and ordering development team supplies and mailing materials.
• Support the execution of seasonal fundraising mailings, including annual appeal and digital fundraisers.
• Assist the Development team with planning, preparation, and execution for at least five fundraising events throughout the year.
• Coordinate the annual Half Half Half Half Half Marathon, 826 Boston’s peer-to-peer fundraiser, including securing sponsorships, maximizing attendance, pre-event timeline, day-of logistics, and event staffing towards a goal of $40,000
• Partner with the Digital Fundraising and Engagement Coordinator to ensure timely and engaging communications and social media for participants throughout the event lifecycle
• With the Digital Fundraising and Engagement Coordinator, ensure that participants receive fundraising information.
• Serve as the main point of contact for vendors, sponsors, and community partners.
• Track and analyze event metrics to inform future planning and donor engagement efforts.
• Support organization-wide summer programming as needed.
• Provide support at select outreach and fundraising events, including one early morning, and nights and weekends on rare occasions.
• Support the Development and communications team with administrative tasks.

Benefits

• flexible work from home options
• generous paid time off (including 15 PTO days, accrued sick leave, 13 paid holidays, 6 Summer Fridays off, and an organization wide two-week winter break)
• health, dental, and vision insurance (826 Boston covers 80% of premiums)
• parental leave
• paid sabbaticals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed