What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Assistant (Administrative Support) position at Our House, Inc. New Jersey?
Job Type
Part-time
Description
$25.00 – $28.00 per hour | Part-Time | 28 Hours Per Week | Nonprofit Administration | Fundraising | Development Office
About Our House, Inc.
At Our House, Inc., our mission is to provide healthy, stimulating, and inclusive environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Through residential, day, and community-based services, we support individuals in building independence, stability, and meaningful lives.
The Our House Foundation supports this mission through fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, community partnerships, and development efforts that strengthen programs and services across the organization.
This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy organization, donor relations, administrative support, and nonprofit fundraising operations while contributing to a mission-driven organization.
Position Summary
(Development Assistant | Fundraising | Administrative Support)
The Development Assistant provides critical administrative support to the fundraising and development team while helping maintain efficient daily operations within the Our House Foundation.
This role serves as the operational backbone of the department by ensuring donor information is accurate, donations are processed correctly, acknowledgements are completed promptly, and development records remain organized and up to date.
The Development Assistant also supports fundraising communications and assists with social media content and community engagement efforts.
This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, professional, and passionate about nonprofit work and community impact.
What You’ll Gain
A Career with Purpose
Part-Time: 28 hours per week
Schedule flexibility may occasionally be required for special events, fundraising activities, or community functions.
Employee Benefits
Our House, Inc. offers a supportive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
Requirements
Gift Processing & Donor Acknowledgement
Our House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.
Employment Disclosure
This job description does not constitute a contract. Duties and requirements may change at the discretion of Our House, Inc. Employment is at-will.
Salary Description
$25.00 - $28.00
Part-time
Description
$25.00 – $28.00 per hour | Part-Time | 28 Hours Per Week | Nonprofit Administration | Fundraising | Development Office
About Our House, Inc.
At Our House, Inc., our mission is to provide healthy, stimulating, and inclusive environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Through residential, day, and community-based services, we support individuals in building independence, stability, and meaningful lives.
The Our House Foundation supports this mission through fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, community partnerships, and development efforts that strengthen programs and services across the organization.
This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy organization, donor relations, administrative support, and nonprofit fundraising operations while contributing to a mission-driven organization.
Position Summary
(Development Assistant | Fundraising | Administrative Support)
The Development Assistant provides critical administrative support to the fundraising and development team while helping maintain efficient daily operations within the Our House Foundation.
This role serves as the operational backbone of the department by ensuring donor information is accurate, donations are processed correctly, acknowledgements are completed promptly, and development records remain organized and up to date.
The Development Assistant also supports fundraising communications and assists with social media content and community engagement efforts.
This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, professional, and passionate about nonprofit work and community impact.
What You’ll Gain
A Career with Purpose
- Opportunity to support a mission-driven nonprofit organization
- Hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising and donor relations
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Exposure to development operations, donor stewardship, and community engagement
Part-Time: 28 hours per week
Schedule flexibility may occasionally be required for special events, fundraising activities, or community functions.
Employee Benefits
Our House, Inc. offers a supportive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
Requirements
Gift Processing & Donor Acknowledgement
- Accurately process and enter donations including checks, online gifts, and in-kind contributions
- Generate and distribute donor acknowledgement and thank-you letters in a timely manner
- Maintain accurate donor and contribution records
- Maintain and update donor records within Raiser’s Edge NXT
- Enter deposits and assist with financial tracking within MIP
- Generate reports and assist with development-related recordkeeping
- Provide clerical and administrative support to the Development Department
- Assist with scheduling meetings, maintaining files, and organizing supplies
- Support day-to-day fundraising and office operations
- Assist with social media posts and community outreach efforts
- Support fundraising campaigns, events, and donor engagement initiatives
- Assist with promotional and communication efforts as assigned
Our House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.
Employment Disclosure
This job description does not constitute a contract. Duties and requirements may change at the discretion of Our House, Inc. Employment is at-will.
Salary Description
$25.00 - $28.00
Salary : $25 - $28