Fundraising and Data Management Assistant - Temporary

JVS SoCal•Los Angeles, CA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a temporary position, expected to last until the end of September 2026, with a possibility of extension. The role involves tracking, recording, and managing data related to funding from individuals, corporate donors, and foundations. The assistant will also provide support with donor acknowledgement letters, data reports, mail merges, and general administrative duties. Some donor interaction may occur to collect pledge commitments. Additionally, the position will offer logistical support for JVS's major fundraising event in the spring. JVS-SoCal is a nonprofit social service agency dedicated to transforming lives and empowering individuals through job training, education, career services, mentoring, and placement assistance to diverse populations across Southern California.

Requirements

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience with non-profit fundraising culture/terminology.
Must have experience with Raiser’s Edge, minimum of 3-5 years of experience.
Strong conceptual, organizational and computer skills with MS Office 365, PowerPoint, Research Point, OneCause, Mailchimp, Zoom, Teams and the ability to develop spreadsheets, graphs and flow charts highlighting critical data.
A strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Customer service skills are essential.
Proven track record in establishing and maintaining good relationships with constituents.
Must be highly organized and detail-oriented.
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Exceptional communication and listening skills.

Nice To Haves

AA or BA in Non-Profit Management.
A proven history of donor Moves Management fundraising processes (identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship cycle) is preferred.
Knowledge and experience working with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools is a plus (Microsoft CoPilot (M365), Claude, Claude API, MCP, and PlayLab).

Responsibilities

Supporting, tracking, and recording the SVP of Philanthropy’s donor development activities, including donor/gift recognition, processing mailings, campaign/events, reports, Moves Management processes, solicitations and prospect research.
Accurately recording and processing gifts and event-related donations.
Generating acknowledgments, supporting event committees and tracking respondents.
Preparing reports for management and Board.
Maintaining integrity, confidentiality and appropriate use of information.
Coordinating logistics of annual campaign mailing.
Supporting the Department’s data management, systems administration, analysis and reporting needs.
Managing and maintaining the integrity of the fundraising databases.
Supporting the use of database programs, reporting and data analysis.
Working with management and volunteers to assist with planning and coordination of special events (e.g., annual Strictly Business awards dinner).
Working closely with SVP Philanthropy, staff, volunteers and event planning committees regarding event plans, donor engagement and carry through all aspects of event management.
Event vendor management.
Supporting and tracking budget and finances of events.
Overseeing event budget and ensuring and communicating regarding any budget changes.
Keeping detailed notes and documentation to assist in the planning of future projects.
Managing event communications, ensuring that any issues, changes that impact the event are documented and addressed to all relevant parties.
Overseeing and creating presentations and event recaps.
Analyzing and presenting results to establish the success of an event’s objectives and outcomes.
Managing and executing multiple events/activities simultaneously.
Managing and tracking event revenue, sponsorships, Tribute Journal messages/ads, guest list, RSVPs.
Maximizing the efficacy of Raiser’s Edge Blackbaud/NXT and Donor Search by developing tools to accurately identify prospects, and move them through the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship cycle (Moves Management).
Identifying new sources of revenue from existing constituents such as Reoccurring gifts, Employee Giving and Matching Gifts Programs.
Developing working relationships and collaborating with internal and external partners such as Program Leaders, Marketing and Communications and others.
Conducting prospect research utilizing wealth screening software, Donor Search Google and more.
Other duties as assigned by management.