Development Associate

The Asian American Foundation; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

100% 401(k) match on first 5%

Job summary

The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) in New York seeks a Development Associate to support revenue generation and donor partnerships by maintaining stewardship systems, a donor/events CRM, and data integrity.

You will collaborate with Finance and leadership, manage donor records with discretion, and drive scalable fundraising operations with 5–7 years of experience in development, operations, and grant lifecycle tracking.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5-7 years of experience in development, operations, and/or finance.
• Proven track record of developing, maintaining, and optimizing fundraising databases.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Partnerships team CRM ecosystem to drive operational efficiency and collaborate with the Salesforce Project Manager to build Partnerships team infrastructure and SOPs
• Partner with team members to identify, implement, migrate information to, and maintain a Salesforce CRM for effective donor management
• Implement strategies for the proactive identification, cultivation, and stewardship of prospective donors
• Upload and maintain foundation, corporate, and individual donor records and files
• Establish governance policies and oversee data architecture and integrity for all foundation, corporate, and individual records
• Enhance grant lifecycle management by creating advanced tracking mechanisms to monitor fund depletion against program milestones and budgets
• Generate regular pipeline health reports to forecast revenue and identify gaps in the fundraising funnel
• Collaborate closely with the Finance team to provide accurate, data-driven grant reporting and insights on funding availability
• Support development of leadership briefing materials
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Skills

Excel/Google Sheets

Operational skills

Donor relationships

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

CRM systems

Excel modeling

Job description

About the Organization

TAAF serves the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community by promoting safety, fostering belonging, and advancing prosperity. Launched in 2021 in response to the rise in anti-Asian hate and to address the long-standing underinvestment in AAPI communities by building safety and economic prosperity in cities, advocating for the teaching of AAPI history in classrooms, advancing decision makers and creatives in Hollywood and journalism, ensuring that we are represented across all levels of leadership, and conducting research to inform our communities. Through groundbreaking programs, essential research, and cross-sector partnerships, we're creating a permanent and irrevocable sense of belonging for millions of AAPIs in the United States. For additional information about TAAF, please visit www.taaf.org or follow @TAAForg on Instagram, LinkedIn, X, Facebook or TikTok.

About the Role

The Development Associate supports the infrastructure and operations that drive TAAF's revenue generation and donor partnerships. Responsible for stewardship systems and our donor/events CRM ecosystem, this role optimizes key development processes from pipeline to gift reconciliations and database management. You will champion data integrity and streamline team operations to scale our fundraising impact. This role reports to the Senior Development Director.

The ideal candidate is a data-driven development operator who loves building systems that scale fundraising impact. With 5-7 years of experience managing revenue pipelines and CRM infrastructure, you bring deep technical proficiency in Salesforce administration, Excel modeling, and grant lifecycle tracking. You pair rigorous attention to detail and data integrity with a strategic understanding of organizational growth. A natural collaborator, you excel at partnering with Finance and leadership teams, managing donor records with total discretion, and executing complex projects with agility, sound judgement, and humility.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Partnerships team CRM ecosystem to drive operational efficiency and collaborate with the Salesforce Project Manager to build Partnerships team infrastructure and SOPs
• Partner with team members to identify, implement, migrate information to, and maintain a Salesforce CRM for effective donor management
• Implement strategies for the proactive identification, cultivation, and stewardship of prospective donors
• Upload and maintain foundation, corporate, and individual donor records and files
• Establish governance policies and oversee data architecture and integrity for all foundation, corporate, and individual records
• Enhance grant lifecycle management by creating advanced tracking mechanisms to monitor fund depletion against program milestones and budgets
• Generate regular pipeline health reports to forecast revenue and identify gaps in the fundraising funnel
• Collaborate closely with the Finance team to provide accurate, data-driven grant reporting and insights on funding availability
• Support development of leadership briefing materials
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Education/Experience

• Undergraduate degree in a related field of study or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5-7 years of experience in development, operations, and/or finance
• Proven track record of developing, maintaining, and optimizing fundraising databases

Skills and Knowledge

• Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets (pivot tables, complex formulas, and financial/pipeline modeling)
• Strong operational skills to manage complex projects and special events independently or team environments
• Ability to cultivate positive donor relationships while handling sensitive, confidential information with judgement
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, high attention to detail, strong time management, and commitment to personal integrity and humility

Working Hours

• In-office days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays in our New York City office
• Remote days: Mondays and Fridays offer work-from-home flexibility
• Travel: Occasional travel to provide hands‑on support for live events, conferences, and key team activities
• Occasional weekend, off‑hours or evening work required

The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) is committed to salary transparency and pay equity. The hiring range for this position is $84,200 - $94,750 which is carefully benchmarked against the market to ensure competitiveness. Final offers are determined through a structured analysis of relevant experience, skills, and role scope to ensure internal pay equity.

At TAAF, we invest in your health and financial future with competitive pay, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a 100% 401(k) match on the first 5% of your salary.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TAAF is deeply committed to being a diverse, inclusive, and equitable place to work. We encourage people of all backgrounds, experience, and perspectives to apply.