Development Associate

Salvation Army USA • Union, NJ

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About The Position

The Development Associate plays a key role in the team's day-to-day operations and provides administrative support to the Senior Donor Relations Director and two Donor Relations Directors. The Associate assists in improving the various systems that support the Major Gifts team in achieving established revenue targets and serves to extend their reach and effectiveness by coordinating the donor stewardship program, interacting with donors, tracking major gifts from unassigned donors, and conducting preliminary research to help build a pipeline of new major gift donor prospects.

Requirements

• Associate degree required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3-5 years' experience supporting a professional development/fundraising team.
• Interest in a professional fundraising career path, as evidenced by work or volunteer experience.
• Proven understanding and commitment to the importance of donor stewardship.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks appropriately.
• Strong proficiency in Office 365 (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, etc.) and SalesForce required.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Extremely detail-oriented with a proven history of careful, consistent attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license and use of a vehicle required.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work extended hours (evenings/weekends) as needed.
• Willingness to act in an 'as-needed' capacity for emergencies.
• Must understand and support the mission of The Salvation Army.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Senior Donor Relations Director and two Donor Relations Directors.
• Assist in improving systems that support the Major Gifts team.
• Coordinate the donor stewardship program.
• Interact with donors and track major gifts from unassigned donors.
• Conduct preliminary research to build a pipeline of new major gift donor prospects.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees