The Yaddo Development Assistant is responsible for a range of activities that support reaching Yaddo’s fundraising goals.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
· Provide administrative support to three Senior development team colleagues.
· Experience is a plus – including data entry, running reports and queries, tracking event attendance, maintaining donor records.
· Familiarity with databases and a talent for data analyses and research
· Conduct research to compile information concerning grants and/or sponsorship targets.
· Maintain departmental calendars and deadlines.
· Prepare sponsorship packets, new donor packets and other needs for donor meetings.
· Facilitate department mailings.
· Assist in the planning and implementation of events and donor cultivation, as needed.
· Attend special events and board meetings, as scheduled.
· Contribute ideas and content for various digital platforms, including the website and social media.
EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS
· 1-3 years related nonprofit experience, or BA/BS in development or related field preferred.
· Can-do spirit; energetic and flexible demeanor.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office(Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) required.
· Experience with Raiser’s Edge or other fundraising software databases, a plus.
· Strong administrative support skills.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Strength in building and maintaining relationships.
· Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with a wide range of people.
· Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
· Ability to work efficiently, juggle tasks simultaneously, meet deadlines, and achieve goals.
· Other duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person