Development Associate: Donor Relations & Fundraising

Porter-Leath; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Porter-Leath is seeking a Development Associate to support fundraising, donor stewardship, and community outreach. Responsibilities include cultivating donor relationships, pursuing grants, and coordinating communications with the Engagement Specialist and VP.

The role emphasizes public-facing duties, meeting deadlines, and maintaining accurate donor records while coordinating with the Communications Director. Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Marketing, Public Relations or related field required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Fundraising experience preferred.
• Previous public-facing positions required.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Grant writing experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Fundraising through new partnerships and relationships, in addition to maintaining existing donors.
• Compliance with deadlines to ensure timely operations for the Development Department.
• Actively manage entry level donors to ensure stewardship and continued giving.
• Works with the Engagement Specialist to solicit support from volunteer groups.
• Work with Communications Director and VP to develop the annual stewardship campaign, including messaging, timing, and delivery method.
• Present Porter-Leath to public audiences through effective communication and interaction with groups, community resources, staff, management, and Board members.
• Conduct new donor prospecting and research, including in-kind opportunities, such as Toy Truck collection partners.
• Pursue assigned grant applications and fulfill reporting requirements.
• Manage recurring donor acknowledgement process, including frequency, avenue, and account assignment.
• Cultivate a network of donors from a baseline portfolio, growing the overall network and funds raised by an annual goal over time.
• Contribute to team effort by performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Public speaking

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Database management

Organizational skills

Record keeping

Confidentiality

Team player

Attention to detail

Data sourcing

Education

Associate's degree in Marketing/PR or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Database management

Job description

Porter-Leath is seeking a Development Associate to support fundraising, donor stewardship, and community outreach. Responsibilities include cultivating donor relationships, pursuing grants, and coordinating communications with the Engagement Specialist and VP.

The role emphasizes public-facing duties, meeting deadlines, and maintaining accurate donor records while coordinating with the Communications Director. Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.