Development Associate

The Joyce D & Andrew J Mandell Greater Hartford Jewish Commu; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford seeks a Development Associate to manage daily Development Department operations, support fundraising activities, and ensure accurate donor stewardship. The role emphasizes efficient processes, donor care, and collaboration with teams across the organization.

The position supports the annual campaign, coordinates donor communications, events, and fundraising software to maximize impact, located in West Hartford, CT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Three or more years of experience in fundraising, nonprofit administration, donor relations, communications, or a related field.
• Experience with donor databases or CRM systems; fundraising software experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Development Department.
• Coordinate the annual fundraising campaign and activities.
• Ensure donors receive timely stewardship and communications.
• Support events and the systems that underpin philanthropy with accuracy and excellence.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: WEST HARTFORD, CT 06117

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $47,000.00 - $50,000.00 Salary/year

The Development Associate plays a vital role in advancing the philanthropic mission of the Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford by administering the day-to-day operations of the Development Department. This position ensures that fundraising activities are executed efficiently, the annual campaign runs smoothly, donors receive exceptional stewardship, events are implemented and the systems that support philanthropy operate with accuracy and excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Three or more years of experience in fundraising, nonprofit administration, donor relations, communications, or a related field.
• Experience working with donor database software or CRM systems; fundraising software experience preferred.