Philanthropy Assistant

Lutheran Services in Iowa; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work schedule

401(k)

Generous paid time off

Health, dental, life, and vision insurance

Career-building opportunities

Pet insurance

Cell phone discounts through Verizon

Job summary

Lutheran Services in Iowa is seeking a Philanthropy Assistant to join our team in Des Moines. In this role, you will coordinate record keeping for donations and support fundraising efforts. We value our team and offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work schedule.

The ideal candidate will have strong administrative support experience, preferably in philanthropy. This position also provides unique perks such as pet insurance and discounts on Verizon services.

Qualifications

• Three years of administrative support experience, preferably in a philanthropy office.
• Coordinate fundraising special events and maintain accurate donor records.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate processes for record keeping for donors and fundraising events.
• Assist the CEO and Philanthropy Directors with various tasks.
• Ensure timely deposit of donations and maintain financial records.

Skills

Administrative support experience

Fundraising event coordination

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

If you're looking for a way to make a positive change in your community, LSI is looking for a Philanthropy Assistant to join our Philanthropy Team in Des Moines!

What We Do

As one of Iowa's most trusted human services agencies, LSI has a legacy of serving children and families for more than 150 years. Our support department teams – Human Resources, Marketing, IT, Philanthropy and Church Relations, Finance, Payroll, Benefits, Facilities, Service Quality, and Site Management– use their expertise to ensure our direct care staff have the tools and resources they need to provide high-quality care to the Iowans we are privileged to serve. You can join us on our mission to provide hope and healing to Iowa families.

What You'll Do

Coordinates and implements processes to ensure effective and accurate record keeping for donors, church relations and fundraising special events. Responsible for administration, documentation, and recording of annual giving funds, grant funds, and endowment/estate gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations including church-related and special events gifts ensuring agency follows donor's intent. Ensures money and checks are deposited daily. Performs assigned tasks to assist and support all other department functions. Provides assistance and support to the CEO, Senior Director of Philanthropy and Church Relations and all Philanthropy Directors.

What You'll Need

High school diploma or equivalent. Three years administrative support experience, preferably in a philanthropy office.

How We'll Support You

On top of joining the best team around, you can also receive:

• A competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits
• A flexible work schedule
• 401(k)
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental, life, and vision insurance
• Career-building opportunities
• Special Team LSI perks like pet insurance and cell phone discounts through Verizon

Why You'll Love Working Here

"This organization is full of amazing people that are absolute joys to work with. While we come from a wide range of careers and experience, we get to be part of a team that cares about everyone we work with." – Logan, LSI HR Manager

Ready to get started? Apply today!

This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record and the ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check.