Development Associate

Osborne Association; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in New York seeks a full-time Development Associate to support fundraising efforts and operations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a passion for social justice, and experience in administrative roles. This hybrid position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Four weeks of vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

403(b) plan with company match

Career development training

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in administrative support.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with Salesforce.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update donor information in Salesforce.
• Provide administrative support to the development team.
• Assist in preparing reports and donor materials.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications

Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology

Tools

MS Office

Salesforce

Job description

Description

The Osborne Association serves individuals, families, and communities affected by the criminal legal system. Through our programs, we offer opportunities for people to heal from and repair harm, restore their lives, and thrive. We challenge systems rooted in racism and retribution and fight for policies and practices that promote true safety, justice, and liberation.

At Osborne, we are guided by core values and shared beliefs. We honor everyone's capacity to change, celebrate our shared humanity, are united in our pursuit of justice and equity, take all possible steps to keep our commitments, and advocate for people and principles with fierce and tenacious determination.

We currently seek a full-time Development Associate to join our Development team! Reporting to the Vice President of Development, the Development Associate is responsible for supporting Osborne’s frontline fundraising activity and the development team’s overall operations. The role is key to the effectiveness and smooth functioning of the team and will have primary responsibility for the administrative operations of Osborne’s fundraising pipeline, as well as other administrative duties.

The ideal candidate will have a positive, “can-do” attitude and the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse and brisk environment; is highly organized, with exceptional attention to accuracy; exercises good judgment in handling confidential donor information; and has a keen passion for racial equity & social justice and strong alignment with Osborne’s mission and values.

This position has a hybrid schedule. Hybrid schedules are subject to change with or without notice.

Salary Range: $65,000 - 75,000 annually

Requirements

Essential Duties:

• Maintain and update donor and prospect information in Salesforce, ensuring accuracy and consistency in data entry.
• Provide administrative support to the development team, including scheduling meetings, drafting correspondence, and preparing donor materials.
• Assist in preparing reports, cultivation profiles, presentations, and other materials for meetings with donors, board members, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely recording of donations and gifts.
• Track and manage prospect data, cultivation activity, and deadlines for submissions and reports, helping to ensure timely submissions.
• Support the planning and execution of fundraising events, including logistics, vendor coordination, invitation management, and day-of event support.
• Assist in the research and identification of potential donors, including individuals, foundations, and corporations.
• Manage the development team’s calendar, including meetings, donor visits, and important internal and external deadlines.
• Assist in the development of grant proposals and reports by conducting research, drafting narrative outlines, preparing supporting documents, and writing content.
• Organize and maintain the department’s digital and physical files, ensuring all documents are properly stored and accessible.
• Generate donor acknowledgment letters, tax receipts, and other donor communications as needed.
• Provide support in coordinating mailings, appeals, and other fundraising campaigns.
• Attend relevant training to ensure ongoing professional development and awareness of trends in the fields that Osborne’s work addresses
• Occasionally required to work irregular hours and to travel locally
• While this is a hybrid role, in-person attendance is sometimes required to collaborate with co-workers
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Human Services, Communications, English, Sociology, or another relevant field; in lieu of degree an additional two years experience with nonprofit development functions.
• 1-2 years or more of proven experience in administrative support, preferably in a non-profit or similar setting.
• Proficiency in the MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Power Point) required; familiarity with the Salesforce database or a comparable fundraising database a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks, meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, both orally and written.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks, meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, both orally and written.
  
  

Benefits Of Working At Osborne

Generous benefits include four weeks of vacation, tuition reimbursement, flexible work schedule, excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, and a 403(b) plan with a company match. Career development through ongoing training and individual development plans.

The Osborne Association is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, unemployment status, or any other protected category. The Osborne Association takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Thank you for your interest in the Osborne Association. Be sure to include a cover letter with your application. No phone calls please. We wish we could personally respond to each application. However, we are unable to do so due to the volume of interest received.

• Salary is based on commensurate experience and other qualifications.