SUMMARY

The Development Assistant is primarily responsible for data entry, gift processing and acknowledgement of financial gifts, updating database records, responding to donor informational requests, producing gift reports and upholding donor acknowledgment policies. Additionally, the Development Assistant provides assistance with SVDP events, volunteer initiatives and other Development team projects as needed. 

PRIMARY DUTIES

Development Database

• Performs duties associated with intake of charitable gifts including timely and accurate data entry and acknowledgement within 48 hours of the following:
  • In-kind gifts
  • Monthly donor ACH
  • Credit card/online gifts
• Maintains Raiser’s Edge records including address updates and removal of duplicate records.
• Produces reports from Raiser’s Edge as needed.

Donor Outreach

• Works with Development team to plan and execute regular reviews and updates of all acknowledgement letters, as well as customization of individual acknowledgement letters. 
• Execute departmental mailings accurately and efficiently. This includes utilizing the mail merge function for donor communications and solicitation appeals.
• Provides timely response to donor inquiries received by phone, email, or mail.
• Assists with donor stewardship calls, mailings, tours and cultivation events.

Administrative Support

• Serves as main point of contact for the Administrative Office with duties that include admitting and greeting guests and monitoring the general email and voicemail box.
• Creates daily revenue log of checks and cash received.
• Monitors SVDP USPS postage meter.
• Monitors postage accounts for BRE and bulk permit mail.
• Maintains, files, and organizes Development and Marketing print materials.

SECONDARY DUTIES

• Provides support to Development events.
• Provides support for in-kind donations and volunteer programs.
• Provides additional Development department support, as needed.
• Manages meeting invites and calendar for SVDP Community Services Board, Committees, and prepares and emails meeting agenda packets.
• Assists with preparation for SVDP Community Services Board meetings.
• Maintains a neat and organized work area so that others may easily access essential information on days when not present in office.
• Upholds the vision, mission and values of St. Vincent de Paul.
• Supports a welcoming and positive environment for volunteers and works with them effectively.
• Creates an atmosphere of care and respect for clients, staff, donors, and other partners.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's Degree, required.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Teams, use of internet, calendaring, and email 
• Excellent customer service, written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

 __X__ Primarily Indoor Work                       

TYPE OF WORK

___X__LIGHT WORK:  Lifting 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.  It involves sitting most of the time with a degree of pushing/pulling of arm/or leg controls.

Salary : $23 - $26