Development Assistant

Grand Rapids Community Foundation; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Rapids Community Foundation in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Development Assistant to lead gift entry and gift acknowledgement, support donor relations, and assist at events. The role emphasizes accuracy, organization and timely communication to ensure donors feel appreciated and informed.

The position requires strong administrative skills, comfort with database tools, and a collaborative approach to continuous improvement within the development team, with an explicit commitment to serving

Job description

Grand Rapids Community Foundation leads Kent County in making positive, sustainable change. With its endowment, the Community Foundation supports local nonprofits, leads significant social change and helps donors achieve their philanthropic goals. Guided by our North Star, we believe that for West Michigan to grow and prosper, we must ensure that everyone can apply their talents and creativity to fuel our future. By connecting across perspectives and overcoming inequities, we can build and sustain an inclusive economy and thriving community.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Development Assistant will lead the gift entry and gift acknowledgement processes. Assists development team in carrying out fundraising and stewardship efforts through answering donor partner questions, making thank you calls, sending correspondence, and providing support at events. Be a thought partner for continuous improvement and efficient operations for the development department.

They will possess strong administrative, customer service and record keeping skills along with an interest in database utilization. They will have a demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptive while exercising strong judgement and exceptional attention to detail, all while multitasking to meet deadlines.

The Development Assistant will have an extraordinary understanding and commitment to the Community Foundation’s North Star along with experience working effectively with persons from a variety of cultural, social and ethnic backgrounds. They will have a demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative setting, effectively communicate around sensitive issues, a highly developed cultural awareness and the ability to be an active listener.