Development Assistant

Overview

Family & Children's Place is an equal opportunity employer and a private non-profit organization whose mission is to help end the trauma of sexual abuse for thousands of area children, keep families intact, help parents nurture new-borns despite major life-changing situations, and provide to children and family members the emotional support necessary to maintain family stability. Each of these families is better positioned to contribute to a healthier overall community, thanks to Family & Children's Place services. For more information on Family & Children's Place, please visit our website at www.familyandchildrensplace.org. EOE/M/F/D/V

Job Description

Family & Children's Place's Development Department has a full-time opening for a Development Assistant.

The Development Assistant is an integral part of a 6-person fundraising and marketing team reporting to the Senior Vice President of External Affairs. They are responsible for maintaining and increasing donor database (Little Green Light) functionality, ensuring appropriate donor stewardship, preparing accurate financial and fundraising reports using Microsoft Excel. They will also assist with program data collection and evaluation, and perform administrative tasks for School-Based Services program.

The position requires proficiency in Microsoft Excel, excellent organization skills, the ability to follow and create policies & procedures, and adherence to general business office practices.

Associate degree is preferred, plus one or more years of experience in donor services or a similar role. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience providing the required knowledge and skills may be substituted. The incumbent is required to work in the office at least three days/week, with work from home the other two days.

Screening requirements

Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse and Neglect check, pre-employment drug screen.