Title: Development and Operations Associate
Supervisor: Development and Operations Manager
Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Full-time
ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION
As You Sow is a nonprofit organization that promotes environmental and social responsibility through corporate dialogue, shareholder advocacy, and innovative legal strategies. We are one of the nation’s leading practitioners of shareholder advocacy moving companies to take greater responsibility for the social and environmental impact of their operations. We mobilize investor coalitions, engage in dialogue with companies, provide technical consulting, file shareholder resolutions, and conduct unique shareholder solicitation initiatives to raise awareness and promote more responsible corporate behavior
POSITION SUMMARY
The Development and Operations Associate’s main responsibilities are to provide administrative support for our Development team and to execute multiple ongoing Operations tasks. The ability to manage different projects for multiple people while retaining details is critical. Time management and prioritization skills are a must in this highly dynamic office environment. The ideal candidate has the ability to stay focused and calm in a fast-paced environment of dedicated and passionate environmental and social advocates.
Responsibilities:
Development:
Sales Force and Salsa data entry, maintenance, and hygiene
Maintain and pull SalesForce reports and email lists
Assist in donor mailings and stewardship processes
Coordinate with Communications and Development departments on multiple email blasts
Assist in donor mailings and stewardship processes
Maintain individual donor data, generate call lists for staff, and input call notes
Track and maintain publication sponsorships; ensure sponsorship benefits are delivered
Track, maintain, and follow up throughout Grantmaking RFP and Proposal process, including grantee communications
Conduct online research to identify prospective foundation funders
Research potential individual donors
Event planning for small prospective donor gatherings; upcoming 25th anniversary event
Operations:
Scan and file invoices and other documents
Upload accounting documents to cloud-based accounting system
Generate requisitions for bill payment
Set up Outlook calendars and other software for new staff/interns/fellows
Maintain Office Outlook calendar
Manage year-round intern program including posting openings, completing onboarding paperwork, setting up VPN on laptops, managing weekly work logs, submitting invoices, and completing exit paperwork
Serve as office interface with IT providers
Order new office software as needed
Manage monthly FreshBooks time-tracking reports
Some errands (post office, bank, etc.)
Qualifications:
Detail oriented, with strong ability to prioritize and manage time independently
Bachelor’s degree required
1-2 years in an administrative support role required
Knowledge and experience with SalesForce required
Knowledge and experience with Salsa a plus
IT troubleshooting and setup of PC systems a plus
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook and Excel required
Knowledge of Linkpoint 360, Apsona, Drupal, and Basecamp a plus
Bookkeeping or similar experience a plus
Comfortable interfacing with IT provider
Good communications skills, both verbal and written
Good listening and note-taking skills; ability to retain detailed information
Ability to organize and manage multiple ongoing tasks
Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and committed to excellence
Interest in corporate accountability for environmental and social issues
Compensation: Negotiable depending on experience.
Location: As You Sow’s Oakland offices at 1611 Telegraph Ave., Suite 1450, Oakland, CA
How to apply
Please email your resume and cover letter to jobs@asyousow.org with the subject line “Development and Operations Associate.”
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
As You Sow is an equal opportunity employer. As You Sow will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, or sexual orientation. Further, As You Sow actively seeks to recruit and retain a diverse staff in all areas of operations.
For more information about As You Sow, go to: www.asyousow.org