Donor Relations & Fundraising Assistant

Job Post; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, is seeking a Major Gifts Assistant to support the Major Gifts team with database work, research, materials, and event coordination. This entry-level role offers exposure to fundraising operations in a nonprofit political environment.

Based in Washington, DC, the role is hybrid with in-office days, reports to the Major Gifts Director, and oversees interns.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising, event planning, campaigns, or politics is a plus.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Raiser’s Edge is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure.
• Commitment to elect Democratic pro-choice women and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Maintain development database in Raiser's Edge and shared docs.
• Enter and update donor pledges and contributions in Raiser’s Edge.
• Prepare reports and track fundraising activities.
• Process department invoices.
• Prepare and mail acknowledgement letters.
• Conduct donor research and identify targets.
• Draft fundraising materials as needed.
• Provide logistical support for fundraising events.
• Assist with scheduling and meeting notes.
• Collaborate with Major Gifts team and other departments.
• Plan and maintain schedule for Chief Development Officer.
• Coordinate hiring and training for department interns.
• Adapt to shifting schedules and occasional travel.

Skills

Organized

Detail-oriented

Self-starter

Multitasking

Fundraising experience

Event planning

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, is seeking a Major Gifts Assistant to support the Major Gifts team with database work, research, materials, and event coordination. This entry-level role offers exposure to fundraising operations in a nonprofit political environment.

Based in Washington, DC, the role is hybrid with in-office days, reports to the Major Gifts Director, and oversees interns.