Advancement Assistant, Donor Relations, Episcopal Community Services

Posted by Episcopal Community Services on June 7, 2022

The Advancement Assistant, Donor Relations will gain exposure to Advancement/Development/ Fundraising careers by contributing administrative and client service skills to the operations of the Advancement department at the direction of department staff.

Primary Functions:

• Facilitate and support the smooth operation of the six Advancement Sub-committees through the handling of inquiries, meeting notifications, preparation of reports and minutes, and other related duties.
• Support donor relations by assisting with prospect research, preparing mailings, pulling reports from Raiser’s Edge, coordinating donations of items (“gifts-in-kind”), and welcoming and orienting volunteers, all as requested.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Chief Advancement Officer on all Advancement Sub-committee activities and support, including scheduling meetings and drafting minutes with a high degree of accuracy.
• Maintain accurate electronic filing system, including of Sub-committee minutes and agendas.
• Assist the Advancement department and Advancement Sub-committees in the planning and implementation of donor cultivation and stewardship activities.

• Perform prospect research as requested, utilizing Raiser’s Edge Research Point and internet search vehicles.
• Support the planning and execution of Subcommittee-sponsored donor events (as needed).
• Coordinate donations of items (“gifts-in-kind”) and assist with welcoming and orienting volunteers.
• Represent the Advancement team with a high degree of professionalism in all contacts with staff, donors, volunteers, and the public.

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