Development Assistant-Mondo Unlimited

Job Description

Job Title: Development Assistant

Company: Mondo Unlimited

Location: Detroit, MI

Pay: $55000 – 65000 per year

AI Pay Analysis: The annual salary range of $55,000 to $65,000 for a “Development Assistant” role in Detroit, MI, translates to an hourly wage of approximately $26.44 to $31.25, which falls within a competitive range for similar positions in the region. Based on industry standards, development or fundraising assistants typically earn between $45,000 and $60,000 annually, depending on experience, with variations based on the size of the organization and specific responsibilities. Thus, this salary range aligns well with market expectations for the role in Detroit, making it a competitive offer.

Job description:

The Ronald McDonald House of Detroit is a compassionate haven, providing an environment of love and support to families during one of life’s most challenging times—when a child is receiving medical treatment at local facilities. Our mission is to enhance the lives of children and their families by developing, discovering, and supporting programs that serve those caring for children with medical conditions. Since our inception as "the house that love built," we continue to operate on a foundation of love and hope.

Position Summary – Development Assistant

The Development Assistant is pivotal in delivering essential administrative support for cultivating and maintaining key stakeholder relationships. This role encompasses direct mail appeals and special event coordination. Responsibilities include planning and executing events, soliciting donations and sponsorships, managing ticket sales, recruiting and overseeing event volunteers, and creating promotional materials.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Process donations and prepare acknowledgment letters and other correspondence.
• Maintain organized files for foundations, corporations, and individual donors.
• Generate monthly fundraising reports and other database reports as required.
• Conduct preliminary research on potential corporate, foundation, and individual donors.
• Coordinate the production and mailing of spring and year-end appeal letters.
• Oversee all facets of fundraising events, including planning, on-site management, and post-event follow-up.
• Maintain guest lists, compile registration materials, and perform additional duties for fundraising events as assigned.
• Act as the liaison for third-party fundraisers supporting the organization, offer facility tours to donors, and represent the organization at community speaking engagements.
• Monitor and manage the Chief Development Officer’s budget, track financial data, and lead the preparation and submission of annual departmental budgets.
• Handle all administrative tasks associated with the Development and Communications & Marketing Committee meetings, including preparation and distribution of notices, agendas, minutes, and follow-up coordination.
• Manage the development and printing of all collateral materials, as well as design promotional materials using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Prepare media materials for distribution, including copying, filing, mailing, and emailing, and assemble media and donor kits for events and meetings.

Requirements

Knowledge and Skills:

• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• A minimum of three years’ experience in an administrative role, preferably within a nonprofit development context.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience with database management—preferably GiftMaker Pro or similar donor database software.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a strong customer service orientation and problem-solving abilities.
• A self-motivated individual capable of working independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent donor relations with a proven ability to engage effectively with a diverse array of stakeholders, including Board leadership.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends, as required for events.

To apply, please visit our website and complete the registration process.

Job Posting Date: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 23:59:36 GMT

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