Gift Processing Specialist (Raiser’s Edge)

Scion Staffing; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage $25/hr

Hybrid schedule with 3 remote days

Experience in nonprofit fundraising &/

Collaborative team environment

Employer-provided equipment

Job summary

Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Gift Processing & Donor Relations Assistant for a mission-driven nonprofit organization. This temporary, hybrid role is based in Southwest Washington, DC, with two onsite days (Tuesday and Wednesday) and three remote days.

The assignment runs through January 2027 and offers benefits discussed during recruitment. The role supports the Development Operations team with gift processing, donor records, and year-end reconciliation.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative support, donor data entry, or gift processing; nonprofit experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Raiser's Edge NXT or similar CRM/database systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and handling detailed financial or donor records.
• Excellent communication and customer service, with a patient and professional donor interactions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Enter, process, and reconcile charitable contributions using Raiser's Edge or similar donor management software.
• Maintain and update donor records with accurate gift coding and information.
• Assist donors and members with inquiries via phone and email.
• Prepare and distribute acknowledgment letters, donor statements, and receipts.
• Support year-end gift reconciliation, reporting, and audit preparation.
• Collaborate with the Development Operations team to meet processing needs and deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Tools

Raiser's Edge NXT

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Gift Processing & Donor Relations Assistant for a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting its members, donors, and broader community. This is a temporary, hybrid opportunity based in Southwest Washington, DC , with two days onsite (Tuesday and Wednesday) and three days remote. The assignment is hiring ASAP and is anticipated to run through the end of January 2027.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Gift Processing & Donor Relations Assistant will provide essential year-end support to the Development Operations team, ensuring accurate gift processing, donor database management, and timely donor communications. This individual will play a key role in maintaining donor records, processing contributions, and supporting reconciliation efforts during a busy fundraising season. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and personable, with a passion for supporting a meaningful nonprofit mission.

PERKS

• Competitive compensation of $25 per hour!
• Hybrid schedule with three remote days per week and flexible working hours.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in nonprofit fundraising and donor relations.
• Collaborative, supportive team environment focused on making a positive impact.
• Meaningful temporary opportunity with employer-provided equipment and exposure to nonprofit development operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurately enter, process, and reconcile charitable contributions using Raiser's Edge or a similar donor management database.
• Maintain and update donor records, ensuring accurate gift coding, constituent information, and data integrity.
• Assist donors and members with inquiries, gift confirmations, and general support via phone and email.
• Prepare and distribute acknowledgment letters, donor statements, and gift receipts in a timely manner.
• Support year-end gift reconciliation, reporting, and documentation for audit preparation.
• Collaborate with the Development Operations team to manage daily processing needs and meet year-end deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in administrative support, donor data entry, gift processing, or database management; nonprofit or membership organization experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Raiser's Edge NXT or similar CRM/database systems strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with detailed financial or donor records.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with a patient and professional approach to donor interactions.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This temporary opportunity offers $25 per hour , with a full-time schedule of approximately 40 hours per week. The position follows a hybrid schedule with onsite work Tuesday and Wednesday in Southwest Washington, DC , and remote work the remaining three days. Standard working hours are 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, with some flexibility. The assignment is expected to continue through January 2027 , offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization during its critical year-end fundraising season. Applicable temporary employee benefits will be discussed during the recruitment process.