What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Associate position at Hearth, Inc.?
Our Mission:
Hearth is a non-profit organization dedicated to the elimination of homelessness among the elderly. This mission is accomplished through a unique blend of prevention, placement, and housing programs all designed to help elders find and succeed in homes of their own. To this end, all housing operated by Hearth provides a creative array of supportive services that assist residents to age with dignity, regardless of their special medical, mental health, or social needs. Hearth believes these goals are best accomplished through respect for elders and staff, with the desire to see both achieve their highest degree of potential.
Overview:
The Development Associate is a hands-on position suited for a quick learner who can strategically assist with increasing Hearth’s visibility, impact, and financial resources. Reporting to the Director of Development, the Associate will contribute to Hearth’s mission by creating capacity to build and strengthen relationships with donors, partners, and the community. The ideal candidate has a strong commitment to social justice and is interested in impacting racial and economic justice in our community.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Plan, implement, and manage fundraising campaigns to secure financial support for Hearth Inc.'s programs and initiatives.
- Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with individual donors, foundations, and corporate partners to maximize contributions and sustain long-term support.
- Provide administrative support to the grant-seeking process.
- Organize fundraising events, including donor receptions, community outreach events, and virtual campaigns. Coordinate event logistics, including guests lists, email communications, registration materials, post-program follow-up, as well as serving as vendor liaison.
- Develop marketing materials and newsletters, including publishing at least two client/resident/partner/staff success stories quarterly to promote Hearth Inc.'s mission and impact.
- Assist with the creation and production of collateral materials, including Hearth’s Annual Report for digital platform.
- Design digital marketing assets, including graphics
- Create and manage engaging and informative content across Hearth’s various social media channels, including researching best practices, analytic tools, and current trends, enabling us to continuously improve our social media presence, recognize stakeholders, and promote our programs and services to a broader audience.
- Managing website using the WordPress platform.
- Stay up to date with the latest social media best practices, tools, and trends to continuously improve our social media presence.
- Utilize Customer Relationship Management software to design and track efficient and targeted solicitations, including text, email, and peer-to-peer appeals.
- Develop monthly, quarterly, and end of year reporting to track growth, successes, and areas of opportunity, helping the Development Team refine strategy and tactics through a metrics-based approach.
- Provide general administrative support to the department and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and experience providing an equivalent background.
- 2 to 4 years of demonstrated experience in a nonprofit fundraising department or in a relevant administrative role.
- Proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Digital video editing and proficient with Adobe creative suite and Microsoft office applications.
- Familiarity and comfort with databases and/or CRM software (knowledge of GiveSmart or similar is a plus!)
- A strong writer & creative planner.
- Strong personal work ethic with the ability to organize time, manage diverse activities, and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Solid writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and integrity.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.
- Experience with databases and general comfort with technology.
- Self-starter with good judgment, critical thinking, flexibility, resourcefulness, and creative problem-solving abilities.
- Interest in implementing new systems and strategies to strengthen the organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Hearth is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of employment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities.
