Philanthropy Assistant

The Philanthropy Assistant is integral to the Development
Department, which raises critical funds so JSSA can carry out its
mission. This position works collaboratively with all Major and
Planned Gifts team members, providing assistance on a range of
administrative, fundraising, and development functions. This is a
great entry-level opportunity for a motivated team player with
exceptional project and time management, organizational, and
interpersonal skills eager to further their knowledge of
fundraising principles and practices in a non-profit
environment!

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the team by helping to manage the scheduling of donors,
  leadership committees, and other outside meetings.
• Work closely with Chief Development Officer and the Director of
  Major & Planned Gifts to prepare accurate and engaging
  follow-up and donor communications.
• Administer data regarding donor relationships and record
  hygiene in Virtuous CRM.
• Research and create standard donor profiles of qualified
  prospective individual, foundation, and corporate donors using
  various tools, including DonorSearch.
• Work with the Development Stewardship Manager on external
  events and meetings, including logistics and day-to-day
  support.
• Provide support to the Scholarship Program, including
  communications with student awardees and working with the volunteer
  committee.
• Serve as the first point of contact for all external and
  internal fundraising inquiries via phone and email.
• Effectively convey the organization’s mission, vision, and
  programs to potential donors.
• Process and track department expenses.
• Provide Development department administrative support; interact
  with staff throughout the department and organization and perform
  other administrative duties as needed.
• Keep up to date with fundraising initiatives and news from
  across the organization.
• Coordinate special projects, such as car donations, and other
  duties as necessary.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2-3 years of nonprofit development support or
  similar experience required.
• Competent writing skills with the ability to adapt to and write
  for other voices required.
• Experience with grant or fundraising/development writing is
  strongly preferred.
• High proficiency in a Microsoft Office suite of products is
  required, specifically Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with data
  management systems is strongly preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to
  manage and prioritize multiple tasks and priorities. Self-motivated
  team player who can also work independently in a deadline-driven
  environment.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and social
  justice issues.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accountability and
  execution.
• Strong customer service skills.
• An ability to build internal partnerships across the entire
  organization.
• Commitment to becoming knowledgeable about JSSA’s programs and
  services.

***Please submit a cover letter detailing why you want
to work for JSSA and how your skillset and experience set you up as
an ideal candidate for this position!***