Development Associate

PACE•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$60,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

PACE is seeking an enthusiastic full-time Development Associate to join organization and team! The Development Associate will be part of a dynamic and committed development team working to provide economic and community development opportunities to Los Angeles diverse low-income, ethnic minority and immigrant communities. Reporting to the Director of Development and Communications and/or Managers, this position will focus on supporting PACEs development strategies to drive the organizations fundraising and community engagement efforts.

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor's degree, preferably in English, Communications, Journalism, Business, Public Policy or other related field.
1-2 years experience in development, fundraising or other related field.
Outstanding writing, editing, and presentation skills.
Must be organized, highly attentive to detail and have excellent organizational, project management and problem-solving skills.
Must have a valid Drivers License, adequate automobile insurance coverage and an automobile in working condition; occasional local travel may be required.
COVID vaccination required; must have two-dose series of Pfizer or Moderna or a single-dose of Johnson & Johnson.
Must satisfactorily pass background and employment/reference check

Nice To Haves

Experience with CRM (i.e. Salesforce, Blackbaud, Donor Perfect, etc.) highly preferred
Positive, energetic, creative thinker with a passion for giving back to LA minority communities.
Experience working with multicultural and Asian Pacific Islander community is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports strategies and activities to secure funding from individuals, corporations, foundations and government sources to include special events, annual and capital campaigns and specific program fundraising
Identify and research new grant opportunities that match the goals and objectives of the organization
Research relevant external data relevant to PACEs programming, priorities, and initiatives
Develop and maintain effective, long-term working relationships with funders to facilitate approval of grants
Follow up with funders to determine/monitor grant status, as needed
Assist with the Preparation and submittal all grant applications and reports within deadlines
Gather and compile specific and supporting information related to grant applications
Gather information from various departments and coordinate/write thorough and compelling grant proposals for government, corporate and foundation funds
Attend briefings/meetings/bid conferences for grant proposals
Complete timely and accurate reporting and other requirements for all grants received
Perform day to day fundraising activities including drafting and sending acknowledgement letters to donors, updating internal and external databases and registries, conducting research and preparing presentations
Draft speeches, press releases, or other promotional materials to increase awareness of PACEs causes, activities, or needs
Develop, plan, coordinate and support annual and special events to generate funds, attendance, volunteers, and/or clients for the organization
Liaise and coordinate volunteer opportunities with external stakeholders and staff
Coordinate promotion for joint events with partner agencies, as needed
Conduct post-event appraisals to determine success and/or necessary improvements, as needed
Perform other duties and support events as required