Development Operations Assistant — Arts Fundraising & Data

The Shed - New York, NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shed – New York, NY is seeking a Development Operations Assistant to support day-to-day fundraising operations, data hygiene, and reporting. You will work closely with the Development Operations Manager to ensure accurate donor data in Tessitura and seamless billing workflows.

Responsibilities include gift entry, invoicing, donor communications, dashboards, and collaboration with Finance. A strong eye for detail and a collaborative spirit are essential, with occasional nights or weekends as

Qualifications

• One to two years of experience in fundraising discipline, technologies, and processes preferred.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in recording information.
• Excellent time management, task prioritization, and efficiency.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including professional, discreet communication with colleagues and donors.
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively as part of a motivated team.
• Experience with CRM systems, Tessitura preferred.
• Interest in arts and culture a plus.

Responsibilities

• Entering gifts, pledges, pledge payments, write-offs, and adjustments into the Tessitura database.
• Providing data support to the Development team regarding Tessitura, donor records upkeep, list pulls, and reporting.
• Assisting with donor communications including acknowledgements, invoices, membership renewals, replacement cards, and Do Not Mail requests.
• Generating and tracking departmental invoices and expense reimbursements.
• Participating in reconciliation meetings with Finance.
• Creating and maintaining dashboards for the team and attending status review meetings.
• Providing additional support to the Development Department as needed.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to work nights/weekends

Data analysis

Tools

Tessitura

Job description

The Shed – New York, NY is seeking a Development Operations Assistant to support day-to-day fundraising operations, data hygiene, and reporting. You will work closely with the Development Operations Manager to ensure accurate donor data in Tessitura and seamless billing workflows.

Responsibilities include gift entry, invoicing, donor communications, dashboards, and collaboration with Finance. A strong eye for detail and a collaborative spirit are essential, with occasional nights or weekends as