Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct an immediate search for a Development Associate for a leading nonprofit at the intersection of science, the arts, and education. We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and motivated Development Associate to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role supports fundraising initiatives through expert management of donor records, assistance with events, and maintaining operational excellence. The position offers a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about science and culture to contribute within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the organization's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, with special focus on advanced fundraising platforms.
- Handle data entry, donation recordkeeping, donor segmentation, list management, and generate queries and reports.
- Reconcile donations alongside the Finance team monthly.
- Assess and enhance CRM workflows for maximum efficiency.
- Maintain donor files across individual, corporate, and foundation sectors.
- Process incoming gifts, draft acknowledgment letters, and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Coordinate the production and mailing of fundraising appeals and donor acknowledgments.
- Support the development and management of membership circles.
- Assist in planning and executing fundraising and donor cultivation events, including special galas.
- Manage event logistics before, during, and after events, from invitations to guest lists.
- Provide on-site event support as required.
- Research new prospects among individuals, foundations, and corporations to advance the organization's mission.
- Prepare comprehensive prospect materials for events to optimize donor engagement.
- Aid in the grant writing workflow, including research, drafting, submission, reporting, and tracking deadlines.
- Manage departmental expenditures.
- Create monthly fundraising reports and maintain dashboards.
- Direct inquiries from donors and stakeholders to the appropriate contacts.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required.
- At least 3 years of development experience in nonprofit fundraising.
- Advanced proficiency in fundraising databases (experience with Raiser's Edge NXT highly preferred).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends when necessary.
- Flexible, collaborative, and positive team player.
- Discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
- Strong organizational and technical skills, including expertise with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
Compensation and Benefits: Competitive salary of $60,000 to $80,000 (DOE) annually as well as comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Generous PTO, and more!) The opportunities are endless in this role as it provides the ability to make a direct impact on the community within a positive work culture. About Our Search Firm: Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms in America and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times for over ten years running! More information about us can be found at www.scionnonprofitstaffing.com. Scion Nonprofit, a division of Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We believe in following best practices and considering all qualified applicants that apply with us. Applications and Nominations: For immediate consideration, please apply with your resume formatted in Microsoft Word via Please address applications to: Joanne MacGregor, Senior Executive Search Principal Scion Executive Search (888) ###-#### x134 Review of applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will begin immediately and continue on a confidential basis until an appointment is made. About Our Firm: Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have successfully placed thousands of talented candidates with exciting opportunities. Through our innovative team-building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire technical recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm and a top recruitment firm by The Business Times! More information about us can also be found at www.scionstaffing.com . Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our clients, and the candidates we represent.