Development Assistant

Atrium Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Atrium Care Package

Job summary

Atrium Staffing is recruiting for a Development Assistant to support an Individual Philanthropy and Development team. The role focuses on processing gifts, maintaining donor records, and providing essential administrative support to advance fundraising efforts.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented with nonprofit donor relations experience and proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and Outlook mail merge.

Qualifications

• Must have experience with donor databases and data management.
• Proficient with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and Outlook mail merge.
• Experience in nonprofit donor relations or development support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process gifts and maintain donor records.
• Manage donor databases and track gift entries.
• Send emails using mail merge techniques.
• Provide administrative support to the development team.
• Assist with data entry and gift tracking for timely updates.
• Support coordination of fundraising events and communications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Donor databases

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Outlook mail merge

Nonprofit donor relations

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree in Business Administration/Nonprofit Management/Communications

Tools

CRM systems

Fundraising software

Job description

Client Overview:

Our client is a prominent cultural institution dedicated to modern and contemporary art. The organization engages diverse audiences through innovative exhibitions and educational programs. They are known for fostering creativity and community involvement. They are currently seeking a Development Assistant to join their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$28/hr

Position Overview:

The Development Assistant will support the Individual Philanthropy and Development department. This role involves managing donor databases, processing gifts, and providing administrative assistance to enhance fundraising efforts. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and experienced in nonprofit donor relations.

Responsibilities of the Development Assistant:

• Process gifts and maintain accurate donor records.


• Manage donor databases and track gift entries.


• Send emails using mail merge techniques.


• Provide administrative support to the Individual Philanthropy and Development team.


• Assist with data entry and gift tracking to ensure timely updates.


• Support coordination of fundraising events and communications.

Required Experience/Skills for the Development Assistant:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Experience with donor databases and data management.


• Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and Outlook mail merge.


• Previous experience in nonprofit donor relations or development support.


• Effective communication and multitasking abilities.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Development Assistant:

• Familiarity with fundraising software and CRM systems.


• Experience working in a museum or cultural institution environment.


• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.


• Basic knowledge of philanthropy and fundraising principles.

Education Requirements:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Communications, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).