Development Associate (49399)

CARE FOR THE HOMELESS•New York, NY

13d•$58,000 - $62,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Associate reports to the Chief Development & Communications Officer and serves as a key member of the development team. This role supports the day-to-day operations of the department while helping to strengthen and improve the systems that drive contributed revenue and support the achievement of organizational fundraising goals.

Requirements

2+ years of development support experience in a nonprofit or fundraising environment and the aspirations to build a career within the field. Opportunities and room for growth for right candidate.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with an eye for detail and an articulate telephone manner.
Excellent organizational skills including self-management of work schedule - ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Accomplished interpersonal skills with the diplomacy and poise required to deal with donors, including major and high-profile donors.
Effective team worker who can demonstrate a collaborative approach when working with colleagues.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and related software; experience with Donor Perfect or Give Smart or other donor databases.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
Collaborative, professional, and flexible, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

Experience with budgets, events, or donor stewardship preferred.
Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

Provide regular administrative support to the Chief Development Officer including assisting with special projects, cultivation events and donor stewardship.
Manage the acknowledgment process for all gifts including individual, board, foundation and special campaign gifts, ensuring relevant, timely, error-free communications that inspire donors to feel valued and loyal to the organization.
Provide support for cultivation of donor gifts, planned giving and special campaign mailings, including quarterly solicitations, renewals and special appeals.
Compilation of lists for all gift solicitations and managing solicitation calendar.
Track all mailings and donor outreach and assist Chief Development Officer in maintaining cultivation plans, ensuring important information is recorded and easily analyzed.
Provide daily reports of individual gifts to Chief Development Officer and Special Events Manager (as needed for events).
Assist with donor research and prospecting.
Attend team meetings and contribute to brainstorming, planning, and strategy development
Assist Special Events Manager in tracking event RSVPs, preparation of donor snapshots, and compiling giving history to support personalized engagement by development team.
Manage department transition to new CRM system including compiling and editing donor information for input into new donor system.
Maintain and update CRM system records, ensuring accurate tracking of gifts, donor interactions, and prospect information.
Track department revenue, expenses, and budgets, ensuring accurate information and is entered into CRM.
Provide general administrative support, including document preparation and internal reporting.
Assist in planning, coordinating, and staffing donor-focused events in partnership with the Special Events team.
Serve as a liaison for donor list management, invitation mailings, and internal communications to ensure seamless event experiences.
Contribute ideas to improve workflows, stewardship processes, event execution, and donor engagement strategies.
Manage in-kind donations from donors working closely with CFH health centers and staff in distribution coordination.
Manage volunteer activities including scheduling volunteer opportunities both in centers and shelters, and in CFH main office.
Additional responsibilities as needed.