Arts Nonprofit Development Assistant

Staffing Technologies; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts nonprofit in the Pacific Northwest is seeking a Development Assistant for a contract position from mid-October 2024 to January 2025. The role involves various responsibilities such as gift processing, drafting proposals, and supporting event engagements. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and at least 1-2 years of administrative experience, with proficiency in Google and Microsoft Office applications. This entry-level position promotes equity and inclusion within its work culture.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of administrative work experience is required.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of proficiency with Google and Microsoft Office Suite is essential.

Responsibilities

• Enter and record gifts and produce invoices.
• Draft proposals and donor communication materials.
• Support engagement activities like event invitations and check-ins.
• Manage donor files and correspondence.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Confidential information management

Promotes equity and inclusion

Education

1-2 years of administrative work experience

Proficiency with Google suite and Microsoft Office Suite

Donor database experience preferred

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe

Blackbaud Altru or Raiser's Edge

Job description

A leading arts nonprofit in the Pacific Northwest is seeking a Development Assistant for a contract position from mid-October 2024 to January 2025. The role involves various responsibilities such as gift processing, drafting proposals, and supporting event engagements. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and at least 1-2 years of administrative experience, with proficiency in Google and Microsoft Office applications. This entry-level position promotes equity and inclusion within its work culture.