SUMMARY

The Development Associate works under the supervision of the Director of Development (DoD) to maintain contributor records, process gifts, donor acknowledgements, coordinate proposals, manage event and committee schedules, and provide administrative support for DoD.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of Director of Development, the Development Associate completes the following duties:

Processes all gifts and acknowledgements through donor management system, (SalesForce), including overseeing any necessary changes to database

·Serves as primary contact for donor management system entry, updates and maintenance
·Updates and maintains department calendar
·Provides back office and general support for events including but not limited to financial tracking, reporting and logistics
·Takes notes for development and board committee meetings, as requested

Designs and produces email and written solicitation materials including but not limited to e-blasts, proposals, case statements, newsletters, special appeals (works closely with other development staff in related areas)
Coordinates the production and maintains inventory of collateral materials

Produces all board, funder and internal reports related to revenue generation with absolute accuracy
Researches funding prospects
Generates accurate mailing lists for development events, appeals and other solicitations
Files appropriate paperwork with City for fundraising events
Reconciles donor database with accounting department on a monthly basis

Helps maintain cleanliness and organization of development department at all times
Adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and values at all times
Works closely with staff to manage department work plan which includes work in volunteer and community relations, proposals/grants, communications, fundraising, volunteer committees and events
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this important job successfully, the Development Associate must be able to fulfill all of the elements of the Job Description to the highest standard, and be able to work well with colleagues in a high energy, collaborative environment with open communications. A Place Called Home is a learning organization and there is an expectation of continual growth and learning as a community. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and self-motivation.

Technical and Performance Skills

Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills

Strong time management skills

Model professionalism at all times

Detail Oriented with high level of accuracy

Dedicated to excellence

Demonstrated organizational and planning skills

Excellent public relations skills

Ability to make sound decisions

Demonstrate initiative and flexibility

Maintains confidentiality guidelines

Ability to analyze and solve problems

Must work well with diverse populations of employees and clients

Valid CA driver’s license with clear DMV record

Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint) and database

Ability to multi-task

Strong typing skills

Education/Training

Degree: Bachelor of Arts or equivalent in communications, public relations or related field

Minimum of 1 year of related experience and/or training in areas of gift processing and acknowledgement

Experience working with SalesForce database highly preferred

Physical and Mental Demands

·Able to work in chaotic and high noise level environment typical of a youth center
·Long periods of sitting required on daily basis
·Some walking and standing daily – Extended periods of standing during special events
·Lift up to 20 pounds regularly
·Some travel (local meetings)
·Speech and hearing within normal ranges; speech clarity sufficient for standard face to face and telephone communications
·Continual use of hands for typing

How to apply

Please apply at apchemployment@apch.org