What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Associate position at Good Shepherd Community Care?
Development Associate
Named by the Boston Globe as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts for the last four years, our community-based, mission-driven hospice and palliative care organization seeks a dedicated Development Associate to join its growing Advancement Team. Our not-for-profit hospice and palliative care organization has an opportunity for a self-motivated, resourceful individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be passionate about community outreach, education, and advocacy for hospice and palliative care, with a strong commitment to racial equity and bridging healthcare disparities.
Job Responsibilities:
The Development Associate supports philanthropic growth as a member of the Advancement Team by helping with fundraising initiatives and activities. The Development Associate helps to build and manage philanthropic relationships with donors, Corporate Champions, and other supporters, fostering ongoing engagement, stewardship, and visibility to ensure continued participation and support. The Development Associate participates as a member of the Development Committee and supports event planning committees and volunteers during fundraising campaigns and events.
Schedule and Weekly Hours:
Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm/9.30 am to 5.30 pm.
Education, Skills and Experience:
- College degree with a minimum of two years of experience in healthcare marketing, or other relevant experience.
- Resourceful and well-organized professional with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience engaging donors, sponsors, and stakeholders
- Experience in event coordination, including logistics, vendor management, and sponsor relations, with a strong customer service orientation and focus on relationship building and stewardship.
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in Google suite applications, spreadsheets and database management systems (RENxT a plus).
Good Shepherd Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Four weeks paid time off in first year
- 12 paid holidays
- Health and dental insurance, coverage begins as of your start date
- Life insurance
- 403(b) with company match
- Flexible Spending Account
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Partnership with Regis College for reduced tuition rates
Pay Range:
$42,000 - $48,000: This number reflects an average starting range for this position. Individual pay is determined through a variety of factors including experience, education, certifications, and skills and can exceed the starting range.
Industry:
Healthcare
Employment Type:
Full Time
About Us:
Good Shepherd Community Care is one of the most trusted health care organizations in Greater Boston focusing on hospice and palliative care. Founded as Hospice of the Good Shepherd in 1978, we are the original Massachusetts hospice. After decades of caring for our community, we continue to remain an independent, not-for-profit, non-sectarian organization. We believe in the importance of mutual respect and acceptance and value diversity in our patients, families and caregivers, employees, volunteers, community, and partner organizations. We are committed to these values and honor the dignity of each individual through the care, support and education we provide. Our team members benefit from a collaborative work environment in a welcoming office, easily accessible to I-95, with on-site parking in Newton.
Good Shepherd Community Care does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotyping, marital status, pregnancy, religion or age in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs, services and activities.
Salary : $42,000 - $48,000