Development Associate

The Development Associate will provide administrative and staff support to the Development Office. This person works under the direct supervision of the Director of Development. A keen understanding of development, constituent relations, and special event support will be necessary.

Position Responsibilities:

Fund Development

• Responsible for timely entry of all gifts into Raiser’s Edge. Oversight of record-keeping and accuracy in the Raiser’s Edge database, including biographical information, membership records, relationships, notes and actions.
• Prepare gift, donor, action, appeal, membership and prospect reports as requested using Excel and Raiser’s Edge capabilities.
• Assist with donor acknowledgement letters and other correspondence.
• Coordinate development mailings such as annual giving appeals, special event invitations, and membership renewals.
• Provide general support for multi-year Capital Campaign.
• Conduct prospect research as requested.

Membership

• Assist with comprehensive membership program including outreach, preparation and mailing of membership cards and renewal notices.
• Handle all membership inquiries in a friendly and timely manner.
• Participate in all member special events throughout the year.
• Ensure accuracy of membership records in program registration software.

Special Events

• Provide administrative support for annual fundraising gala (Pumpkins on the Green) which includes auction data entry, entering ticket payments, sending invoices, tracking attendance numbers, and other special requests.
• Participate in other development stewardship events throughout the year.

Administrative

• Provide administrative support for Director of Development and other Development staff members as assigned. 
• Maintain, update and ensure accuracy of development and event calendars.
• Maintain and file electronic and hard copy development documents.
• Other duties and responsibilities as requested.

Qualifications Needed:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word (specifically mail merges) and Excel and overall computer literacy
• Experience with fundraising databases (Raiser’s Edge preferred)
• Familiarity with office technology including printers, postage meters, and multiline telephones
• Willingness to learn and grow as a development professional
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Superb professional judgment
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work well with others
• Strong interest in fundraising activities
• Knowledge of and enthusiasm for Irvine’s mission

​Time Commitment:

• Approximately 32 hours per week

Please note: Employment is contingent upon completing and passing a criminal background check and fingerprinting and submission of proof of COVID-19 vaccination or approved waiver.

How to apply:

Send cover letter and resume to the attention of:

• Jensen Hufnagel, Office Manager, Irvine Nature Center, 11201 Garrison Forest Road, Owings Mills, MD 21117 or email HR@ExploreNature.org