Development Operations & Donor Engagement Associate

Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership•Washington, DC

1d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Operations & Donor Engagement Associate supports the mission of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation by strengthening TRCP’s fundraising operations, donor stewardship, and engagement efforts. This role is central to the daily functioning of the Development team, with primary responsibility for Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database administration , gift processing and reconciliation, donor communications and acknowledgments, and operational support for fundraising campaigns and events—including TRCP’s signature Capital Conservation Awards Dinner. The Associate ensures accurate data, timely donor recognition, and strong internal coordination across development, finance, and communications. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, systems-savvy, collaborative, and eager to grow a career in nonprofit development, donor relations, and conservation philanthropy. The TRCP offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, cell phone and home internet reimbursement, and ample paid time off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree plus 3–5 years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising operations, or administrative roles (preferred) or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with donors and senior leaders.
Comfort with data entry and reporting; proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word).
Experience with, or strong interest in mastering , CRM systems ( EveryAction , Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or similar).
Technologically curious and comfortable learning new systems, tools, and workflows.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, growing organization.
Professional judgment, discretion, and strict adherence to confidentiality and ethical standards.
Interest in conservation, public lands, hunting, fishing, and outdoor access (background helpful but not ).
Must be able to lift 25 pounds
Must be able to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time
Occasional evening hours.
Submission must include cover letter in order to be considered.

Responsibilities

Development Operations & CRM Management
Maintain accurate , complete, and up-to-date donor , corporate, and foundation records in TRCP’s CRM ( EveryAction ).
Enter and process all donations, pledges, checks, wires, and recurring gifts .
Conduct regular database maintenance, segmentation, contact updates, and list management.
Generate reports, dashboards, mailing lists, and donor summaries to support fundraising strategy, campaigns, and leadership needs.
Donor Stewardship & Engagement
Assist in p repar ation and support of personalized donor communications, including thank-you letters, renewal outreach, campaign updates, and stewardship materials.
Manage donor and foundation prospect lists; conduct research and prepare briefing materials for development leadership.
Campaigns, Appeals & Communications
Support the planning, execution, and tracking of fundraising campaigns, including year-end appeals, matching challenges, membership renewals, Giving Tuesday, and recurring gift programs.
Assist with donor email and direct mail solicitations, including list creation, scheduling, tracking, and performance reporting.
Collaborate with the Development team , Communications team, and external vendors on donor engagement campaigns and messaging.
Implement and manage renewal calendars; track donor retention, response rates, and key performance metrics.
Events & Organizational Support
Provide administrative and logistical support for TRCP fundraising and donor engagement events .
Assist with event-related donor tracking, acknowledgments, guest lists, and follow-up.
Support additional development and organizational priorities as needed.