Development Executive Assistant to Senior Fundraising Leader

Colossus Search Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Colossus Search Group is seeking a Development Executive Assistant to support a senior fundraising leader in a nonprofit development team. The role focuses on day-to-day operations, donor engagement, research, and administrative coordination to optimize leadership effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Experience with donor relations and CRM platforms is preferred.

Qualifications

• Exceptional organizational skills for managing complex schedules and competing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication with close attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and proactively solve problems.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) or similar productivity tools.
• Ability to thrive in a high-performance, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive support to the Senior Development Leader, including calendar management, travel logistics, meeting coordination, and expense tracking.
• Support donor engagement, research, and preparation of briefing materials, proposals, and donor communications.
• Maintain accurate donor records in the CRM and coordinate donor reports, events, and communications across teams.
• Assist with planning and execution of fundraising events and donor engagement activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Independent/proactive problem solving

Google Workspace proficiency

Thrives in fast-paced environment

Tools

CRM platforms

Job description

Colossus Search Group is seeking a Development Executive Assistant to support a senior fundraising leader in a nonprofit development team. The role focuses on day-to-day operations, donor engagement, research, and administrative coordination to optimize leadership effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Experience with donor relations and CRM platforms is preferred.