Development Associate

The Bridge is hiring a Development Associate to support the organization’s fundraising efforts to build capacity and expand programs and services. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate, motivated professional interested in a career in non-profit fundraising.

The Development Associate will report to the Senior Development Manager and will be an integral part of the development team. The successful candidate will be highly detail-oriented, a skilled writer, computer-savvy, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and work collaboratively with the team and other Bridge staff.

Responsibilities include:

Events

• Coordinate and manage key logistics for fundraising events such as our annual gala, golf outing and other events. Manage the day of registration team, organizing volunteers etc. Meet with event planners to design events.
• Create updated mailing lists for all events and appeals, track RVPs, and send thank you letters. Assist with creating and sending eblasts.
• Assist in the creation of social media posts for all event related activities.
• Provide on-site support at events and execute other event related tasks. Work closely with our designer and printer for all the materials needed.

Fundraising Related Activities

• Process donations and manage Raisers Edge database, ensuring accurate gift processing, coding, and recordkeeping.
• Create monthly reports to communicate accurately with all constituents including staff, board, funders. Reconcile donations records with finance department.
• Prepare acknowledgement letters and relevant donor communications.
• Maintain all information on Raiser’s edge for donations from foundations, corporations and individuals.
• Oversee all administration tasks associated with development operations.

Communications

• Assist with developing communications and emails with donors, including newsletters, appeals and events.
• Assist in the creation of all social media posts
• Prepare marketing materials for different constituents
• Coordinate the external production and mailing campaigns

Requirements

• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and professionally both verbally and in writing
• Experience in composing compelling formal communications in annual appeals, narratives, and acknowledgments.
• Ability to manage several projects at once while prioritizing meeting deadlines. Strong organizational and time management skills are required.
• Experience with CRM databases and digital email platforms.
• An understanding and commitment to our mission of providing hope, help and opportunity for adults living with serious mental illnesses.
• Bachelor’s degree. 1-2 years’ experience.