Philanthropy & Strategic Partnerships Associate

Philanthropy & Strategic Partnerships Associate 

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, mission-driven team member to support fundraising, client development, and political donor engagement across our portfolio of nonprofit, philanthropic, and political clients. This entry-level role is ideal for someone with experience in fundraising operations, nonprofits, and/or campaign work who is eager to advance their skills in donor research, stewardship, and development support. 

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Client Service & Fundraising Support 

• Uphold high client service standards, ensuring professionalism, accuracy, and efficiency in all work. 
• Support client teams (Partner, SVP, VP) in achieving fundraising goals for nonprofits, political campaigns, and philanthropic initiatives. 
• Draft client-facing materials, including donor proposals, call scripts, fundraising reports, and stewardship updates. 
• Assist with call time: verify donor contact information, prepare background bios, track pledges, and identify top prospects for outreach. 
• Conduct individual, foundation, and corporate donor research to identify new prospects and inform fundraising strategies. 
• Maintain and update CRM systems, ensuring timely and accurate recording of contributions, acknowledgments, donor notes, and coding. 
• Track proposal and reporting deadlines for clients, ensuring submissions align with donor requirements and timelines. 
• Support donor meetings and fundraising events, including drafting talking points, preparing briefings, and organizing post-meeting follow-up tasks. 

Fundraising & Donor Engagement 

• Assist clients with donor outreach, including identifying high-potential prospects, managing call sheets, and supporting event logistics. 
• Research donor-giving patterns and political contributions to identify trends and opportunities for fundraising growth. 
• Support political fundraising events, including invitation tracking and attendee follow-ups, and ensure accurate and organized event-related materials. 

Project Management & Operations 

• Coordinate and schedule client meetings, ensuring all materials and briefings are prepared. 
• Provide administrative support, including managing files, locating resources, and supporting team members with day-to-day operational needs. 
• Manage deadlines for deliverables and follow-up tasks, ensuring timely progress on all client projects. 

Firm Strategy & Business Development 

• Support firm leadership in creating business development materials and researching new fundraising opportunities. 
• Provide insights and research to inform strategic planning and client pipeline development. 
• Contribute to internal projects, training, and special initiatives as requested. 

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Qualifications & Skills: 

• 1–3 years’ experience in political fundraising, campaign operations, donor relations, or nonprofit development. 
• Experience supporting fundraising call time, donor outreach, and event preparation preferred. 
• Strong writing, communication, and research skills, with an ability to tailor materials for donor engagement. 
• Self-starter with a proactive approach to achieving fundraising goals and solving challenges creatively. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 
• Familiarity with CRM systems, fundraising databases (e.g., NGP VAN, Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce) 
• Collaborative team player committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

Compensation & Benefits: 

• Salary: $50,000–$75,000 (commensurate with experience). 
• Bonus: Eligible for an annual performance-based bonus (0–20%). 
• Benefits: Competitive package including generous PTO, parental leave, and comprehensive health benefits. 

This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a philanthropy and political fundraising career while supporting meaningful client work that drives impact. 

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To Apply: Please send a cover letter and your resume to philanthropy@liletteadvisors.com with the subject line “Development Associate.”