Development Associate

Department:  Development Team

Position: Development Associate (Washington, DC hybrid)

Reporting to:  Director of Individual Giving

Salary: $50,000-60,000k

Reporting to the Director of Individual Giving, the Development Associate is responsible for directly supporting the development team to maintain effective fundraising operations and strategies. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor the general development email, SMS responses, and phone lines to support our Donor Care
  Services.
•  Ensure accurate donor records in RAINN’s database, EveryAction.
•  Assist with data clean-up projects and expanding department Standard Operating Procedures.
•  Manage all aspects of the donor acknowledgment process.
•  Track daily checks and EFT gifts through financial processes and prepare internal deposit detail summary and associated bank deposits.
•  Support the team with virtual and in-person event logistics, including calendaring, invitations, and materials.
• Working with gift officers, assist with the planning and execution of small donor events and house
  parties to build RAINN’s major giving capacity.
• Communicate with third-party giving platforms to ensure all donors that give through them are
  acknowledged and the platforms are actively promoting RAINN.
• Maintain inventory of all Development materials and manage the production of materials as needed.
• Coordinate the CFC campaign including logistics, emails, and printing. Represent RAINN virtually
  and/or in-person at CFC and other charity fairs as assigned.
•  Update the charity rating websites as necessary and maintain rating levels.
• Coordinate fundraising registrations in the states in coordination with our compliance partner.
• Support the development team in all special projects related to fundraising efforts.
• Maintain our peer-to-peer platform, support and expand relationships with our network of
  volunteer fundraisers and manage all volunteer-led campaigns.
• Through high-touch Donor Care, increase retention and annual value of the monthly (sustainer)
  giving group to reach and exceed annual goals.
• Provide general administrative and logistical support to the development team. Liaison with the
  Office Manager, Finance Department, and IT regularly.
• Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as identified to support the evolving needs of the development team and organizational priorities.

Position Specifications/Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications:

• Work must be performed in the DC office at least 3 times per week. Preference is given to those with
  more frequent access to the office.
• Solid working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Canva experience preferred.
• Experience with EveryAction or other donor databases is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and balance quickly shifting priorities.
• Exemplary organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Highly creative, flexible, adaptable and a self-starter.
• Personal commitment to RAINN's mission and values.
• Discretion when dealing with sensitive information and ability to discuss issues surrounding sexual
  violence.
• Interest in a fundraising career and experience in fundraising or marketing.
•  Must successfully complete a criminal background check (administered by RAINN).

RAINN Office Status: This position is based in Washington, DC, and requires onsite work at our headquarters a minimum of three days per week. Work schedules may vary so flexibility is essential. Periodic business travel to Washington, DC, will be required for onsite meetings, training sessions, and other events as necessary. 

RAINN offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance, 403(b) retirement savings, paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays including a bonus week, and free access to the building fitness center. RAINN is based in Washington, D.C.

When you work for RAINN, you're joining a team of experts and professionals who stand up for survivors of sexual violence every day. Your job is important -- and so are you! RAINN will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, genetic information, or protected veteran status. RAINN is committed to maximizing the diversity of its organization and depends on a diverse staff to carry out its mission, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.

 EOE/M/F/D/V

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the essential functions, responsibilities and/or requirements. 

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000