Development Associate/Full-Time Temporary

National Museum Of Women In The Arts • Washington, DC

401d • $58,000 - $60,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Associate at the National Museum of Women in the Arts is responsible for managing day-to-day operations related to the museum's planned giving program and supporting solicitation and stewardship activities for the Board of Trustees and the Advisory Board. This full-time, temporary position is designed to assist the Director of Development and Development Consultants with various tasks including prospect research, donor communications, and maintaining donor records.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree with at least three years of related development experience.
• Experience using CRMs, with Tessitura being a plus.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Basic experience with Photoshop, Adobe, or other graphics software.
• Previous experience in a fundraising office preferred, though transferrable skills are appreciated.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including willingness to speak with donors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks accordingly.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Willingness to learn and ask questions.
• Flexible, 'can-do' demeanor essential.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a fundraising office preferred.
• Familiarity with Tessitura CRM.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Development and Planned Giving Consultant in implementing strategy for planned giving prospect cultivation and donor visits.
• Coordinate prospect identification, outreach, follow-up materials, and record all activity in Tessitura.
• Pull call and prospect lists from Tessitura for outreach from Planned Giving Consultant.
• Coordinate planned giving mailings, special stewardship mailings, and donor recognition lists.
• Field and follow up on leads and inquiries related to Planned Giving.
• Administer and acknowledge planned gifts and bequests, ensuring accurate updating of plans and donor records in CRM.
• Process and track Planned Giving expenses, ensuring supporting materials are properly coded and saved.
• Merge and mail annual giving letters to the Board of Trustees, track responses, and prepare gift acknowledgments.
• Assist with donor thank you calls as needed.
• Gather materials for Board Report and ad hoc data hygiene projects.
• Conduct prospect research as needed.
• Support department for events, mailings, and special campaigns.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment
• Possibility of extension or conversion to permanent position

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree