Hybrid Operations Assistant — Fundraising & Volunteer Engagement

Breakthrough T1D; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Flexible spending accounts

Commuter benefits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Breakthrough T1D seeks an Operations Assistant to support territory administration, fundraising activities, and volunteer management across Illinois. The role coordinates CRM data entry, event logistics, and donor communications to drive revenue and engagement for Breakthrough T1D.

The position requires at least two years in admin or fundraising settings, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with MS Office and donor databases.

Qualifications

• 2 years of administrative, operations or volunteer experience preferred.
• Fundraising and event experience preferred.
• Experience partnering with strong and active volunteers preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office and constituent management databases.
• College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to travel within the Territory footprint. Occasional evening and weekend work required as needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary territory and chapter office support, including all chapter operational needs.
• Provide administrative support for fundraising activities, updating CRM records, mail/email solicitations, and meeting prep.
• Manage event day volunteer recruitment and communication; coordinate training and assignments.
• Support volunteer recruitment and engagement to develop key volunteers and elevate prospects to major events.
• Assist in creating mailings, securing earned media placements, and upholding the organization’s mission.

Skills

Energy

Integrity

Courage

Empathy

Creativity

Detail-oriented

Team player

Time management

Education

College degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Constituent management databases

Job description

Breakthrough T1D seeks an Operations Assistant to support territory administration, fundraising activities, and volunteer management across Illinois. The role coordinates CRM data entry, event logistics, and donor communications to drive revenue and engagement for Breakthrough T1D.

The position requires at least two years in admin or fundraising settings, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with MS Office and donor databases.