What are the responsibilities and job description for the DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE position at AUTISM SOCIETY OF NC INC?
The Autism Society of North Carolina is hiring a DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE to develop and implement strategies for the identification, cultivation, engagement, solicitation, and stewardship of current and prospective donors with a special focus on event sponsorship and major gifts.
What You’ll Do:
- Identify, recruit, cultivate, solicit, and appreciate donors.
- Maintain and grow ongoing external relationships with current sponsors and build and maintain strong external relationships with potential sponsors.
- Manage statewide corporate sponsorship program with current and potential corporate partners.
- Secure event sponsorship for fundraising events.
- In-Kind donation recruitment and management for fundraising events.
- Assist and attend statewide run/walks and other events as assigned and assist with awareness events and non-annual fundraising events as assigned.
- Database and records management in RaisersEdge, TeamRaiser, etc.
- This is a revenue generating position with specific goals and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators).
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college or university preferred; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Based in or near the Triangle area and willing to travel locally; ability to work in individualized and/or shared workspaces
- Ability to develop interpersonal and relationship building skills, ability to coordinate many relationships and events simultaneously.
- Strong communication abilities including public speaking skills.
- Organized, detail oriented, and problem-solving skills.
- Computer proficiency.
- Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Medical Insurance, Vision, Dental
- Paid Time off
- 10 sick days, 10 vacation days, 3 wellness days, 12 paid holidays per year
- Opportunity to have a positive impact
- Mileage reimbursement
- Training and Growth opportunities
- Supportive culture that values work-life balance
- Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401k with matching (after meeting eligibility requirements)
- Short-term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life insurance
- Other elective benefits
Our Culture:
At the Autism Society of North Carolina, we are more than a workplace—we’re a community. Team members describe our environment as warm, inclusive, and empowering. Supervisors are here to help you grow, and your contributions truly matter.