Development Associate

The Edge Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Development Associate to enhance its mission through strategic donor engagement. This role involves managing relationships with individual and corporate donors, implementing tailored solicitation strategies, and collaborating with marketing for impactful communication. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic thinking and emotional intelligence to foster a culture of philanthropy within the community. Join a dedicated team focused on making a difference in the Houston area and contribute to meaningful fundraising initiatives that support vital human services.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 3+ years in fundraising or donor relations, ideally in non-profit.
• Experience managing donor portfolios and corporate relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of mid-level donors through outreach.
• Identify and cultivate new donor prospects to expand funding.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor Relations

Corporate Partnerships

Strategic Thinking

Emotional Intelligence

Tools

CRM Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Our client, a local nonprofit dedicated to providing human services within the Houston community, is seeking a Development Associate, who will play a key role in advancing the organization’s mission by building and nurturing relationships with individual and corporate donors. The ideal candidate brings both strategic thinking and emotional intelligence to engage supporters meaningfully and contribute to a culture of philanthropy.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of mid-level individual and corporate donors through personalized outreach and stewardship.
• Identify, research, and cultivate new donor prospects to expand the organization’s funding base.
• Develop and implement tailored solicitation strategies to support annual revenue goals.
• Build and manage corporate relationships, identifying sponsorships, and partnership opportunities.
• Partner with marketing and communications to produce donor engagement materials and impact reports.
• Assist in the planning and execution of donor-facing events, including cultivation receptions and stewardship gatherings.
• Accurately track donor interactions and maintain up-to-date records in the CRM system.
• Support organization-wide campaigns such as Giving Tuesday, year-end appeals, and thematic fundraising initiatives.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, or corporate partnerships, ideally in a non-profit setting
• Proficiency with donor databases/CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Non-profit Organizations

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