Donor Relations & Prospect Research Associate

Public Broadcasting Service; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (403(b))

Paid time off & parental leave

Paid holidays and illness

Job summary

PBS Foundation in the United States seeks a Development Associate to support fundraising, prospect management, and administrative tasks. This role works closely with the VP, Advancement and a collaborative team to advance PBS Foundation's mission.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree, 2–5 years nonprofit development experience, and strong written and verbal communication, with discretion and attention to detail. Flexible hours and some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, or the equivalent combination of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• 2–5 years of nonprofit development experience.
• Experience using a fundraising donor management software system.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion, judgment, tact, and poise.
• Attention to detail, proactive, organized, and thorough with a desire for continuous improvement.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Supports PBS mission and public media.
• May require flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Limited travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support, Planning and Logistics.
• Coordinate with Research Team for lists for communications.
• Support onboarding of new team members.
• Manage schedules in Outlook, arrange meetings, travel, and expense reports.
• Build relationships with donor and family office teams.
• Create and maintain constituent records in CRM and track actions.
• Assist in planning and executing cultivation activities and events.
• Prepare materials for prospective donors.

Skills

Non-profit fundraising

Donor relationship management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRM system experience

Job description

PBS Foundation in the United States seeks a Development Associate to support fundraising, prospect management, and administrative tasks. This role works closely with the VP, Advancement and a collaborative team to advance PBS Foundation's mission.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree, 2–5 years nonprofit development experience, and strong written and verbal communication, with discretion and attention to detail. Flexible hours and some travel may be required.