Development Associate

Seeds of Peace Camp; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company computer

Equitable and inclusive environment

Job summary

A community-focused camp is seeking a Development Associate to support its fundraising strategies and donor stewardship. This hybrid role involves general administrative support, database management, and assisting with fundraising documentation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong relationship-building skills, be highly organized, and have proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers 30-32 hours per week with a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Commitment to Birch Rock’s mission and values.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to handling confidential information.
• Able to multi-task projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to handling confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Google Suite. Able to adapt to camp’s CRM System - CampMinder.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to Development including database management.
• Assist with reports and documentation related to fundraising and donor activity.
• Support development and administrative related projects as assigned.

Skills

Strong relationship-building skills

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Flexibility

Tools

CampMinder

Google Suite

PowerPoint

Google Suite

CampMinder CRM

Job description

The Development Associate at Birch Rock Camp supports the camp’s fundraising strategies, donor stewardship, alumni support and overall advancement efforts. The role is primarily responsible for the operational and administrative function of the development program, ensuring accurate gift processing, timely donor communication, coordinating camp marketing initiatives and working with camp administration, trustees & volunteers to build robust advancement initiatives. The Development Associate works closely with the Community & Alumni Director to strengthen annual and long term fundraising goals and foster strong relationship building with Birch Rock supporters and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to Development including database management, record keeping, newsletters and preparation of materials
• Assist with reports, summaries and documentation related to fundraising and donor activity with Development Committee, Campaign initiatives and other
• Support development and administrative related projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Commitment to Birch Rock’s mission and values
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and able to multi-task projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated sensitivity to handling confidential information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Google Suite. Able to adapt to camp’s CRM System - CampMinder
• Team-player with flexibility and positive attitude

The role is hybrid: remote & in-person. Birch Rock will provide a company computer. This is a 30-32 hour/per week position with a competitive salary based upon experience. Additional responsibilities with the camp community may be considered for full time employment.

Birch Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity and an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is based upon qualifications, abilities to meet the physical demands, merit and organizational need.