Development Assistant

Temporary Development Assistant

Location: Dorchester, MA (100% Onsite)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Compensation: $22-$24/hour (based on experience)
Duration: Temporary 3 months with potential for permanent hire
Start: ASAP

Overview

A mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking a Temporary Development Assistant to support fundraising operations, donor relations, volunteer initiatives, and special events. This role is ideal for an organized and detail-oriented professional who enjoys administrative work while helping advance the mission of a community-focused organization.

The Development Assistant will provide critical support to the Development team through donor database management, gift processing, fundraising event coordination, and stewardship activities.

Key Responsibilities

Development & Administrative Support

• Maintain donor records and perform data entry within fundraising and CRM systems
• Process charitable contributions and prepare donor acknowledgements and correspondence
• Reconcile donation records and support departmental administrative functions
• Conduct prospect research to identify potential funding opportunities
• Assist with reporting and tracking donor engagement activities

Donor Relations & Stewardship

• Support annual giving initiatives and donor engagement programs
• Coordinate donor communications, inquiries, and follow-up activities
• Assist with donor acknowledgements and stewardship efforts
• Partner with internal teams to support donation drives and seasonal giving campaigns

In-Kind Donation Management

• Coordinate intake, tracking, storage, and distribution of in-kind donations
• Maintain accurate records and acknowledgements for all in-kind gifts
• Partner with program teams to ensure donations are distributed appropriately

Fundraising Events & Volunteer Coordination

• Support planning and execution of fundraising events and community initiatives
• Manage guest lists, registration materials, and event logistics
• Assist with volunteer and donor engagement activities
• Provide onsite event support as necessary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience preferred
• 1-2 years of nonprofit development, fundraising, donor relations, or related experience preferred
• Experience working with donor databases, CRM systems, or fundraising software required
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and within a team environment
• Professionalism, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality

Preferred Background

• Nonprofit development or fundraising experience
• Experience with donor management systems such as Raiser's Edge, Blackbaud, or similar CRM platforms
• Exposure to volunteer management, event planning, or donor stewardship
• Interest in community-based or mission-driven organizations

Ideal Candidate

Candidates should have prior nonprofit development experience, strong CRM/database management skills (particularly Raiser's Edge or Blackbaud), and a genuine interest in fundraising and donor relations. Local candidates with manageable commutes are strongly preferred.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

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Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

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