What are the responsibilities and job description for the Donor Relations Assistant position at The Salvation Army?
DEPARTMENT Development
REPORTS TO DHQ Donor Relations Director, Northern Kentucky/Central Kentucky
SUPERVISES None
STATUS - Non-Exempt
SCHEDULE Part-time
FUNCTION
The Donor Relations Assistant will play an integral role assisting the Donor Relations Director in managing major donor portfolios, research, communication and general office procedures. This position requires the utmost confidentiality, accuracy, computer skills, the ability to multi-task, and a heart to help those in need.
DUTIES
The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.
Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.
Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ
and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
REPORTS TO DHQ Donor Relations Director, Northern Kentucky/Central Kentucky
SUPERVISES None
STATUS - Non-Exempt
SCHEDULE Part-time
FUNCTION
The Donor Relations Assistant will play an integral role assisting the Donor Relations Director in managing major donor portfolios, research, communication and general office procedures. This position requires the utmost confidentiality, accuracy, computer skills, the ability to multi-task, and a heart to help those in need.
DUTIES
- Accurately add new donor account records into Salesforce and maintain data integrity of existing account records
- Accurately enter large volumes of gifts into Salesforce
- Maintain various spreadsheets of donor data and create Salesforce reports
- Prepare and send individual acknowledgement letters
- Prepare and send batch correspondence via email and regular mail
- Develop materials for donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship
- Assist with prospect identification and research
- Schedule Microsoft Teams and Zoom meetings
- Order supplies as needed
- Participate in supervision and training
- Work cooperatively with other Development department team members
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all constituents
- Special projects as needed and other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of 5 years related work experience and education
- Computer proficient, with strong competence and experience with Microsoft Office programs (especially Word and Excel), Microsoft Teams, Salesforce, and Zoom
- Effective organizational skills and attention to detail
- Knowledge of conducting research and preparing data; Internet research and database research skills
- Ability to work independently and with good initiative and judgment, under direction of Donor Relations Director
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.
Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.
Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ
and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.