Development Associate

Overview
At Lund Development Solutions (LDS), we believe in empowering mission-driven organizations through strategic, heartfelt support. We are seeking a dedicated Development Assoicate who is passionate about working with organizations that lift up communities. In this role, you will support the full development cycle-- from identifying new funding opportunities and assisting with donor cultivation to managing donor data and supporting stewarship efforts-- all while ensuring effective communication and adherence to fundraising best practices.

Our ideal candidate boasts a strong understanding of donor relations, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to build and nurture meaningful relationships with supporters. Your efforts will directly support our clients' missions by ensuring that every fundraising initiative is executed with care and precision.

LDS is a boutque, full-service fundraising consulting group based in the Pacific Northwest, renowned for connecting passionate, mission-driven organizations with philanthropists and foundations. This full-time in-office role offers flexibility, perfect for somone eager to empower others and propel our mission forward.

If you are passionate about making a lasting impact through innovative development strategies and exceptional client service, we invite you to join our dynamic team.

Job Duties:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

· Assist in managing multiple organizations development plans to include budgets, timelines, strategic planning, events, major donor cultivation and stewardship, and fundraising

· Listen to client’s vision and mission to effectively tailor campaign approach to serve the goals of the client

· Help cultivate and steward relationships with major and individual donors

· Onboard new clients and setup their Monday.com boards as well as Google Drive folders

· Track donor relationships and touchpoints as well as campaign tasks and development through Monday.com software

· Attend client meetings virtually and/or in person and track meeting content as well as action items

· Manage the action items for each client and ensure follow through by assigned person

· Come up with creative solutions and ideas for each client to keep their campaigns moving forward

· Contribute to persuasive writing for grants and donor communications

· Develop connections and cultivate positive relationships with clients, community members, and potential clients

· Create donor proposals, campaign press documents, and other materials for donor meetings and fundraising

· Attend events to help solicit and cultivate new donors as well as steward existing donorrelationships for clients

Required Competencies & Knowledge:

TALENT:

Strategic Thinking

· Ability to problem solve and come up with alternative solutions

· Can sort information and make effective decisions

· Processes information quickly and conceptually

Executing

· Self-directed; takes initiative and executes tasks independently

· Planned and organized

· Proactive in approach to work, makes things happen

· Highly responsible; takes ownership for work

· Effective at multi-tasking and arranging work efforts

· Strong attention to detail

· Successfully manages competing priorities and expectations of stakeholders

Relationship Building

· Passion for helping and supporting others.

· Naturally builds strong and lasting relationships

· Comfortable interacting with a variety of stakeholders

· Ability to collaborate effectively

· Creates a strong first impressions

Communication

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to ask for what is needed and hold others accountable in a professional and kind manner

Experience

· 2 years of experience in an office setting

· 1 years of experience in project management

· Experience in philanthropy and fundraising preferred but not required

Knowledge

· Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in work experience

· Understanding of office management and/or project management

· Knowledge and experience with software programs

Skills

· Google Drive

· Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

· Organization skills

· Perceptiveness

Environment:

· Perform work in Eugene, OR 97401 in an office setting

· Hours: regular business hours and during planned events

· Driving of personal vehicle, as needed

Physical requirements:

· Stand, walk, climb stairs on a frequent basis

· Sitting/standing at workstations for extended periods of time

· Ability to life 30 pounds on a semi-frequent basis

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Office Setting: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Eugene, OR 97401 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Eugene, OR 97401: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $24