Development Operations Specialist

Good Shepherd Community Care•Newton, MA

7d•$42,000 - $48,000•Onsite

About The Position

Named by The Boston Globe as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts for the last four years, our community-based, mission-driven hospice and palliative care organization seeks a Development Operations Specialist to join its growing Advancement Team. Our not-for-profit hospice and palliative care organization has an opportunity for a highly organized, detail-oriented, compassionate, and resourceful individual. Candidates must have strong written and verbal communication skills, experience with database management, and be eager and willing to handle the diverse responsibilities of the job with a helpful, professional attitude and a friendly demeanor.

Requirements

College degree or a minimum of one to two years of experience in an administrative position.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with database management.
Enthusiastic about supporting and working as part of a team.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented.
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work.
Proficiency in Google suite applications (docs, sheets).
Knowledgeable about LinkedIn.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Development and not-for-profit experience preferred.
Raiser’s Edge NXT a plus.

Responsibilities

Works to promote organizational advancement through philanthropic relationships and communications efforts.
Responsible for all administrative aspects of fundraising activities.
Assists with reporting to help establish and achieve fundraising goals.
Participates in benchmarking activities.
Ensures the successful implementation of fundraising appeals and initiatives.
Participates in researching donor prospects.
Foundation and grant tracking and reporting.