What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Associate position at Irvine Public Schools Foundation?
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
The Development Associate works with the Director of Development (DOD) and Development Coordinator (DC) to meet or exceed fundraising goals by supporting and contributing to all aspects of IPSF’s fundraising activities and efforts. This person is responsible for a combination of database management, special events, corporate/foundation grants and fundraising development support. This person will contribute with specific responsibilities for campaign management activities and fundraising events, especially donor cultivation, grant writing, logistics, and sponsorship fulfillment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plans, implements, and manages donor-related activities and functions to ensure that development goals and objectives are accomplished.
- Assesses and refines procedures and manages data administration and reporting with support from the Development Coordinator.
- Generates and analyzes lists, standard reports and ad hoc reports as requested.
- Performs research on donors and prospects and investigates foundation and corporate grant or sponsorship funding opportunities.
- Manages cultivation and stewardship activities for donors and prospects, along with moves management tracking for DOD, Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
- Prepares sponsorship packets and grant proposals as assigned.
- Participates in the planning and execution of IPSF development activities including the annual Educational Excellence Fund appeal, seasonal appeals, special events, and third-party fundraising activities.
- Develops and implements a strategic development plan for assigned fundraising initiatives, including serving as liaison to corporations and community, and assisting DOD in identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding potential donors.
- Leads sponsorship fulfillment process to ensure all recognition and branding benefits are delivered as promised.
- Manages online giving platforms, creating and updating donation forms and ensures donation data gets to the Development Coordinator for gift entry. Solicits in-kind donations and coordinates in-kind donation pick-up and delivery.
- Develops and maintains positive relationships with donors, board members, and other representatives of corporate and community partners to advance organizational goals and objectives.
- Drives personal car on work errands and for other purposes; maintains driving record and personal car insurance in accordance with organization’s policies and state regulations and provides related records periodically.
- Performs other duties as required.
- Meets all requirements for confidentiality and for management of program, finance, and personnel information including distribution controls, secure filing and disposal, and records and retention storage.
- Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, modified, or changed at any time at IPSF’s discretion. Changes may be made formally, informally either verbally or in writing.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
- Sits for extended periods of time, in intense concentration, at a computer station or work desk. Stands and walks throughout the day.
- Uses hands and fingers to operate computers and office equipment for up to 8 hours or more each day.
- Requires clear vision at 20 inches or less with or without corrective lenses, and the ability to safely operate office equipment.
- Must be able to communicate effectively in person and over the phone.
- Lifts up to 10 pounds regularly and 25 pounds occasionally.
- Exposed to typical office environment conditions and noise levels.
- Work consists of heavy workloads, deadlines, and interaction with a wide variety of people on various issues.
- Will include weekend and evening work at times with advanced notice.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Must have working knowledge and experience with fundraising functions; at least three years’ experience in nonprofit development highly desired.
- Experienced in relevant data management and reporting, Raisers Edge NXT a plus.
- Must have the ability to work proactively and independently, setting goals for, and prioritizing ongoing and new projects to meet deadlines.
- Must have excellent communication skills.
- Uses critical thinking skills to create documents and spreadsheets and interpret information in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Uses skill and judgment to problem-solve and ensure written or verbal outputs are clear, accurate, grammatical and of appropriate tone.
- Must be well-organized and have the ability to manage multiple and competing tasks and deadlines.
- Able to formulate appropriate responses to requests for services and information from internal and external customers.
- Maintains current knowledge of and complies with organizational and department policies and procedures.
- Proficient with common office equipment and Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Three or more years’ related experience in relevant data management required; experience with Raiser’s Edge NXT a plus.
- At least three years’ experience in nonprofit development and community outreach highly desired.
- Experience with grant writing valued.
IPSF is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by law.
Flexible work from home options available.
Salary : $30 - $32
