Donor Development Administrative Assistant

Primary Purpose of Position: This role will support the Development Department with a wide range of tasks related to fundraising, communications, donor relations, special event coordination, and grant research.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Send acknowledgment letters, thank-you notes, and other communications to donors for both Grace Family Church and the Dream Center

• Assist with the planning, logistics, and execution of fundraising events

• Assist with donor stewardship projects

• Maintain and update donor database and mailing lists to ensure accurate records

• Provide general administrative help to the development team, such as scheduling, preparing materials, and managing correspondence

• Research potential grant opportunities and help track deadlines and reports

• Prepare and maintain reports on fundraising activities and collaborate with the finance department

• Assist in the Count Room, when needed

• Assist in collecting, sorting, and distributing church mail

• Other duties as required and assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Must be able to maintain the appropriate level of confidentiality on behalf of Grace Family Church and the members

• Prior experience in non-profit work, fundraising, or an administrative role is beneficial

• Excellent ability to organize, manage multiple tasks, and maintain attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for creating donor communications and interacting with individuals

• Experience with database software (Rock) and Microsoft Office Suite

• Ability to work effectively as a team player and provide excellent customer service

• High school diploma, or equivalent

• Regular attendance at one of Grace Family Church’s multiple locations

• Continuation of education and spiritual growth tracks required, to include Freedom

• Highly self-motivated and a self-starter, able to lead and empower people

• Proficient in meeting task deadlines/timelines, project coordination, and event planning experience

• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work well with all levels of internal management, staff, clients, and members

• Must work well under pressure and have the ability to prioritize tasks

• Perform all duties, conduct, and live by the Grace Honor Code and Statement of Faith

• Collaborate with staff across Grace’s organization as needed

Preferred Skills:

• Experience or willing to learn Grace Family's software/computer programs to include: Mac computers, macOS applications, Rock, Microsoft Office, Slack, eSpace, etc., where needed

• Great interpersonal skills

• Self-motivated and highly organized

• Organization skills and attention to detail

• Proactive problem-solving and time management skills are preferable

• Highly self-motivated and detail-focused

• Ability to relate and connect with people of all ages and backgrounds

Environmental Factors:

• This role will be performed mainly indoors and in an office setting

Travel:

• Travel may be expected for the position

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18