Development Associate - Part-Time

The Wyndcroft School—a coeducational, independent day school serving students from Early Education through Grade 8—is seeking a part-time Development Associate. This role supports the Director of Development through data management, administrative tasks, donor stewardship, and event coordination. The Development Associate plays a key role in ensuring accurate recordkeeping, meaningful donor engagement, and the overall success of fundraising and community-building initiatives.

This part-time position reports directly to the Director of Development and is based on the Wyndcroft campus with some scheduling flexibility.

Responsibilities Include:

• Process and acknowledge all gifts and pledges in a timely manner.
• Prepare, collect signatures for, and mail acknowledgement letters.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the development database.
• Assist with the monthly reconciliation process in coordination with the Business Office.
• Support the Director of Development and Business Office during the annual audit.
• Compile data for the annual report, WyndChimes, and other reporting needs as assigned.
• Assist with donor prospect research and stewardship activities.
• Support alumni fundraising efforts, including database updates and outreach tracking.
• Ensure confidentiality and accuracy in all donor recordkeeping.
• Help manage the production of development-related materials and communications.
• Collaborate with team members on newsletters, appeals, and digital outreach.
• Participate in planning, organizing, and supporting school-wide events, meetings, and professional development activities.
• Promote positive relationships with staff members, students and families, alumni, and the broader community.

Candidate Requirements:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask, manage multiple priorities, and handle interruptions.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Collaborative, team-oriented, and proactive approach to work.
• Proficiency in database management and comfort learning new systems.
• Ability to think strategically and solve problems effectively.
• Flexibility to work occasional nights and weekends as needed.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
• Administrative experience with data entry required.
• Knowledge of development (fundraising and event planning) and/or advancement (marketing and communications) preferred.
• Ability to pass all required background checks.
• Familiarity with the Wyndcroft community is highly desirable.

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 20.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $20