Advancement & Donor Relations Assistant (In-Person)

Smithsonian; Washington (District of Columbia); Sur place; USD 58 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Smithsonian Associates is seeking an Advancement Assistant to support the Advancement team with donor relations, data entry, and event coordination in Washington, DC. This in-person role requires meticulous administration and collaboration with finance and development staff.

The ideal candidate will manage memberships, prepare donor acknowledgments, and assist with stewardship reports and mailings, ensuring accurate donor records and timely communications.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the fundraising program and donor information handling.
• Ability to produce written materials clearly for donors and prospects.
• Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Understanding of administrative operations and procedures.
• Familiarity with donor databases and online fundraising tools.

Responsabilités

• Process memberships and donations using fundraising systems.
• Prepare acknowledgements for members and donors promptly.
• Review gifts, payments, and pledges and flag issues when needed.
• Coordinate mailings, invitations, and donor communications.
• Edit materials for accuracy and currency.
• Assist with event logistics and guest support.
• Maintain donor records and create profiles for prospects.
• Compile data for stewardship reports with supporting text and graphics.

Connaissances

Fundraising knowledge

Written communication

Relationship building

Administrative principles

CRM familiarity

Outils

CRM systems

Fundraising tools

Description du poste

Smithsonian Associates is seeking an Advancement Assistant to support the Advancement team with donor relations, data entry, and event coordination in Washington, DC. This in-person role requires meticulous administration and collaboration with finance and development staff.

The ideal candidate will manage memberships, prepare donor acknowledgments, and assist with stewardship reports and mailings, ensuring accurate donor records and timely communications.