Development Associate

The Wild Animal Sanctuary; Keenesburg (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

403b plan

After 60 days benefits

Job summary

The Wild Animal Sanctuary is seeking a Development Associate to support donor relations, data entry, and events in an in-office role. The role emphasizes constituent profiles, gift processing, and coordination of fundraising activities with the Development Department.

The position requires strong writing and communication skills, plus willingness to work weekends and evenings for events. Benefits begin after probation and include medical, dental, vision, and a 403(b) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 3–5 years of development experience or combined education and experience.
• Nonprofit sector experience favored.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Develop donor relations and manage constituent portfolios.
• Data entry and profile maintenance for donors.
• Coordinate events and assist with fundraising activities.
• Prepare communications and reports for donors and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Development team to meet goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Handwriting skills

Software proficiency

Event availability

Physical ability

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Data entry

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Blackbaud/Altru

Job description

Development Associate

(In Office Position)

Status: Exempt Full-Time – Salary- Mid-Level

Salary: Annual- Starting at $60,000 to $75,000 (DOE)

Benefits: After 60 Days Offered- Medical, Dental, and Vision- After 30 Days Offered 403b Plan

Primary Function: Development Functions/Data Entry/Donor Relations/Events

Direct Supervisor: Director of Development

Organization Overview: Our Non-Profit Organization has a positive mission and team environment!

The Wild Animal Sanctuary is a place where motivated individuals can immerse themselves into a dedicated community, working side by side to provide a safe-haven for rescued animals to live out the rest of their lives with dignity and respect. We are so much more than a workplace. We are a team committed to service, to bettering our communities, and the world.

Job Summary:

Constituents Portfolio Management/Donor Relations 50% Data Entry 20% Event Coordination 20%

Perform other Job Duties as assigned 10%

The Development Associate will support the strategic Donor Relation efforts for our non‑profit organization Development Department by aiding in event coordination, data entry, donor relations, create personalized communication, and perform other development activities, with an emphasis on constituent’s profiles and donations. This role personally identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards any gift donations and prospects in accordance with organizational procedures and goals. Incorporates collaborative relationships with development colleagues and constituents by coordination of solicitation efforts, executing internal processes and procedures, and aligning outreach efforts for multiple development programs and initiatives within the department. Will aid other development associates with working events including but not limited to coordination, set‑up, and tear down. Weekends Required

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; at least 3-5 years of documented development professional experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified or combined education with experience
• Experience in a nonprofit sector preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient Handwriting Skills
• Proficient with Word/ Computer based software programs
• Experience working in Blackbaud/Altru or similar non-profit systems is preferred
  
• Open availability for events Evenings and Weekends

Required/Other Qualifications:

• Solid understanding of basic fundraising principles and previous Development or related experience
• Able to learn and perform tasks on software programs (Excel, Word, Altru, etc.…)
• Able to maintain confidentiality; demonstrates sound judgement and discretion
• Ability to liaise with other department to achieve a common goal
• Able to lift 50lbs or more
• Willing to working weekends and some evenings (Events) as needed
• Ability to work as a team
• Attention to Detail

Functions/Job Duties:(including but not limited to):

• Prepare all donor relation plans and ensure compliance to all company procedures
• Monitor all constituents fundraising activities including data entry and profile overview
• Perform research on various projects to prepare all projections for revenue
• Achieve all development objectives
• Maintain an effective network of all community organization partnerships
• Provide support to all development activities
• Process reporting calendars, and track activities in fundraising database and electronic/hard-copy filing system
• Analyze all contract procedures and assist to implement policies
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with all donors
• Perform regular/daily data entry and research on all public and private donations
• Maintain an effective portfolio for all donors and ensure optimal usage of all fundraising software and monitor gift cycles for all development activities
• Monitor all development events and activities and ensure effective and appropriate implementations and provide assistance to the event/s when needed.
• Conducts, writes, edits, and/or participates the preparation of persuasive, accurate, and grammatically and syntactically correct solicitations, proposals, case statement, reports, correspondence, and other development-related communication materials in support of the organization’s fund raising and data entry activities.
• Events-Including coordination, set‑up, and tear down. (Many Events, in State travel may be needed) Events are encompassed in the Development Role.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Personal Characteristics:

• Self-motivated and results-oriented
• Flexible, ability to adapt to change and shifting priorities and to work simultaneously on a variety of complex projects
• Friendly, patient, a good listener, and a heart for animals
• Desire to learn, grow, and be coached
• Excellent Customer Service
• Able to effectively communicate
• Contribute to a positive culture

Clear Focus:

The above Job Description is intended to describe the general duties/nature of the level of work being performed. This Job Description is not to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, and skills required. Job Descriptions are somewhat fluid and will change depending on the Organization’s strategic direction and overall objectives accordingly.

Background Check Statement:

Approval for Hiring is contingent upon successfully passing a background check prior to your Hiring/Acceptance/Offer. This background check does not report to any credit bureau and no impact will be seen on the applicants side. This process helps the Company screen for any past background experiences that pose a threat or a discrepancy to the Organization, as TWAS does not hire any violent offenders, or individuals that have been charged criminally involving endangering/threatening/hurting children and/or animals. By applying you are authorizing the The Wild Animal Sanctuary to perform this background check.

EEOC Statement:

Our Non-Profit organization, "The Wild Animal Sanctuary" is an equal opportunity employer.All applicants will be considered foremploymentwithout attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.