Hybrid Special Events & Donor Relations Associate

92nd Street Y; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

92nd Street Y in New York, NY seeks a Development Associate, Special Events to provide administrative and logistical support for fundraising events and donor cultivation. Reporting to the Senior Director of Special Events, you will help coordinate a wide range of events and ensure a seamless, welcoming donor experience.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and 1–2 years in development event support, with strong project management, communication, and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and 1–2 years supporting development events.
• Strong project management, administration, and donor relations experience.
• Excellent communication and diplomacy; ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Detail-oriented with writing, editing, and analytical skills; works under deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with CRM databases preferred.
• Comfort with event coordination and fundraising support for 20–500 guests.

Responsibilities

• Support fundraising, stewardship and donor cultivation events from planning to day-of execution.
• Process contributions, generate lists/reports, track RSVPs, and prepare letters/mailings.
• Handle registration, venue reservations, setup and breakdown logistics.
• Create and distribute electronic event communications; manage lists and emails.
• Provide confidential research profiles for events and handle expense reports.
• Assist with ticketing, donor services, and inquiries; ensure exceptional donor experience.
• Perform related duties as requested.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Tessitura

Salesforce

Job description

92nd Street Y in New York, NY seeks a Development Associate, Special Events to provide administrative and logistical support for fundraising events and donor cultivation. Reporting to the Senior Director of Special Events, you will help coordinate a wide range of events and ensure a seamless, welcoming donor experience.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and 1–2 years in development event support, with strong project management, communication, and MS Office skills.