Fundraising & Donor Relations Associate

Codman-Academy-Charter-School; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 47,626 - 83,136; Full time

Job summary

Codman Academy Charter Public School in Boston is seeking an Advancement Associate to support fundraising, donor stewardship, grants, and communications.

Reporting to the Director of Advancement, you will manage gift processing, grant reporting, social media content, publications, and events.

This full-time, 12-month role offers hands-on involvement across campaigns, donor relations, and development operations to strengthen the school's mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years in development, nonprofit administration, communications, or related field.
• Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills with close attention to detail.
• Proficiency with social media platforms and design tools (e.g., Canva); familiarity with donor CRM/database systems.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to Codman Academy's mission and to serving the Dorchester community.

Responsibilities

• Donor Support & Stewardship: Manage a portfolio of donors for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Grants Management: Prepare grant proposals and reports; maintain deadlines and deliverables.
• Communications & Marketing: Manage social media content and produce newsletters and publications.
• Events: Coordinate logistics, invitations, RSVPs, vendors, and donor engagement at events.
• Advancement Operations: Ensure data quality in CRM and manage gift processing and acknowledgments.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Organizational skills

Deadline management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CRM/database systems

Canva

Job description

Codman Academy Charter Public School in Boston is seeking an Advancement Associate to support fundraising, donor stewardship, grants, and communications.

Reporting to the Director of Advancement, you will manage gift processing, grant reporting, social media content, publications, and events.

This full-time, 12-month role offers hands-on involvement across campaigns, donor relations, and development operations to strengthen the school's mission.