What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Associate position at Ann Arbor SPARK?
SafeHouse Center is seeking a development associate with a solid systems-orientated approach and strong interpersonal skills to support the strategic vision of the Development Department.
SafeHouse Center is a long-term community-based service provider in Washtenaw County supporting survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, dating violence and stalking and their children. Our primary focus is to provide advocacy, emotional and informational support, shelter and resources to survivors facing crisis because of intimate partner and sexual violence.
We are committed to operating with integrity and high ethical standards, we value diversity and respect, and we strive to be a welcoming and kind team of people working collaboratively to empower survivors and one another. This is an exciting opportunity for an inspired and capable professional to join our team, elevate our mission driven work, and create positive social change in our community.
Job Summary
SafeHouse Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit operated through funding from multiple government and public sources, contributions, and individual, corporate and foundation giving. Together, these sources support on-going operations, our essential and impactful direct service programs, and our education/awareness community programs.
Working as part of the Development Department, in collaboration with the Executive Director and under the supervision of the Development Director, the primary function of this position is to provide administrative and customer serviceoriented support to strengthen the financial future of SafeHouse.
Key Responsibilities For Development Strategy, Planning, And Management
The salary range for this position is $42,000-$45,000.
At SafeHouse Center we value our staff and their well-being, and offer a variety of benefits including a generous time off package (including paid parental leave), comprehensive health insurance with the option to add dependents and partner, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, retirement plan (Simple IRA) with employer contribution match of 2%, and an Employee Assistance Program. We are also a Certified Employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
To apply for this position please email cover letter and resume to jobs@safehousecenter.org with the subject of “Development Associate”.
At SafeHouse Center we believe that our effectiveness is dependent on the uniqueness and lived experiences of our staff and because of this, strongly encourage people with a wide range of life and work experience, people of color, LGBTQ and other underrepresented communities to apply
SafeHouse Center is a long-term community-based service provider in Washtenaw County supporting survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, dating violence and stalking and their children. Our primary focus is to provide advocacy, emotional and informational support, shelter and resources to survivors facing crisis because of intimate partner and sexual violence.
We are committed to operating with integrity and high ethical standards, we value diversity and respect, and we strive to be a welcoming and kind team of people working collaboratively to empower survivors and one another. This is an exciting opportunity for an inspired and capable professional to join our team, elevate our mission driven work, and create positive social change in our community.
Job Summary
SafeHouse Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit operated through funding from multiple government and public sources, contributions, and individual, corporate and foundation giving. Together, these sources support on-going operations, our essential and impactful direct service programs, and our education/awareness community programs.
Working as part of the Development Department, in collaboration with the Executive Director and under the supervision of the Development Director, the primary function of this position is to provide administrative and customer serviceoriented support to strengthen the financial future of SafeHouse.
Key Responsibilities For Development Strategy, Planning, And Management
- Manage and process incoming financial contributions/donations and acknowledgement letters
- Organize and maintain donor database
- Assist in the planning and execution of events that increase community awareness and grow financial
- Implement direct mail, email, and social media campaigns as planned by Development Director
- Manage and promote in-kind giving programs to obtain needed products and services
- Implement marketing and communications, the development of collateral materials, promotional tools, and
- Assist in the search for and completion of some community grants
- Baccalaureate degree or two years’ experience working on a development team or other
- Donor database competency
- Ability to exercise a high degree of judgment and diplomacy as well as maintaining the highest
- Strong interpersonal skills and comfort with philanthropic community and major donors
- Solid, persuasive verbal and written communications skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as a proven record of working
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills
- Valid driver's license and vehicle
The salary range for this position is $42,000-$45,000.
At SafeHouse Center we value our staff and their well-being, and offer a variety of benefits including a generous time off package (including paid parental leave), comprehensive health insurance with the option to add dependents and partner, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, retirement plan (Simple IRA) with employer contribution match of 2%, and an Employee Assistance Program. We are also a Certified Employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
To apply for this position please email cover letter and resume to jobs@safehousecenter.org with the subject of “Development Associate”.
At SafeHouse Center we believe that our effectiveness is dependent on the uniqueness and lived experiences of our staff and because of this, strongly encourage people with a wide range of life and work experience, people of color, LGBTQ and other underrepresented communities to apply
Salary : $42,000 - $45,000
