Development Associate

Viacare Community Health Center; California; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Via Care Community Health Center is seeking a Development Associate to support fundraising, marketing and outreach, and administrative tasks. The role requires strong writing and organizational skills, with opportunities for creative input within a small team including the Chief Development Officer.

The position emphasizes grant proposals, donor communications, event coordination, and social media content creation, with a focus on serving low-income communities in East L.A.

Qualifications

• B.A. required.
• Master of Public Health or equivalent degree preferred.
• Two years non-profit administrative experience preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Write grant proposals and reports.
• Research funding sources, including government and private foundation grants.
• Manage grant database and calendar of submission and report deadlines.
• Write and send acknowledgement of grants to donor agencies.
• Coordinate and promote the monthly foodbank.
• Coordinate annual National Health Center Week events every August.
• Create and track fundraising events.

Skills

Grant writing

Communication

Project management

Bilingual Spanish

Education

B.A. or equivalent

Master of Public Health preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

G-Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

Social media platforms

Job description

JOB SUMMARYThe Development Associate assists with fundraising, marketing/community outreach, and administration. The Development Associate is a strong writer, and is an organized, positive individual with an entrepreneurial spirit who is comfortable working without supervision and as part of a team. The Development Associate will juggle a variety of duties, including writing grant proposals and donor correspondence, managing donor databases, representing Via Care at community outreach meetings, coordinating events and creating collateral materials and social media content. As a part of a small but energetic team consisting of the Chief Development Officer, a contracted marketing consultant, and contracted grant writers, the Development Associate will have the opportunity for significant creativity and input and to make a real difference in the lives of low-income individuals and families in East L.A.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESInstitutional GivingWrite grant proposals and reportsResearch funding sources, including government and private foundation grantsProofread proposals and prepare grant packages for submission to fundersAssist with foundation site visitsManage grant database and calendar of submission and report deadlinesWrite and send acknowledgement of grants to donor agenciesMarketing, Communications and OutreachAssist with preparation and distribution of development materials including brochures, newsletters and other promotional items, including signage, flyers, website and social media content and miscellaneous donor correspondenceCoordinate and promote the monthly foodbankCoordinate annual National Health Center Week events every AugustParticipate in marketing team meetingsCreate and Track Fundraising EventsCreate and organize fundraising events and campaignsDevelop reports that describe the progress and effectiveness of each campaignAssist with large donor eventsIndividual GivingDraft and send acknowledgements of donations to donorsAssist updates for donors and annual giving campaignManage individual donor databaseAdministrative SupportAssist with Development Department calendar, including internal meetings, and external meetings with partnering agencies, private foundations, County, State, and government agencies.Register Development staff for conferences and trainingsExecute grant due diligence and distribute award documents to appropriate departmentsTake minutes at board development committee meetingsOrganize and maintain Development files including contracts/agreements, andAssist with federal, county and foundation audits as neededProvide day to day administrative and project support and manage special projects as assignedB.A. requiredMaster of Public Health or equivalent degree preferredTwo years non-profit administrative experience preferredFluency in Spanish preferredInterest in community healthSkills:Superior written, verbal and interpersonal skillsAbility to represent the organization with professionalism and integrityStrong attention to detail, ensuring that all communications, deliverables, and projects are accurate, professional, and audience-appropriateExcellent problem solving and organizationAbility to prioritize workload/multiple requests based on own judgment of importance/need to the departmentProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel), G-Suite, Adobe, and all social media platformsExceptional time-management and organizational skillsSpecial Requirements:This position requires reliable transportation to travel between work sites. Use of a personal vehicle is not required if the employee can meet travel requirements by other means. Mileage reimbursement is provided when applicable.Subject to a criminal background check prior to employmentTB and annual Influenza, to be renewed every year. Boosters as needed.Compliance with all mandated vaccinations and all boosters is a term and condition of employment.Equal Opportunity Statement:Via Care Community Health Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Via Care Community Health Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.In compliance with California Labor Code § 432.3, as amended effective January 1, 2026, this job posting includes the pay scale for the position. The pay scale represents a good‑faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage range the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire. Actual compensation within the posted range will depend on experience, skills, and internal equity.