Development Associate (Project Management)

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Time Type:

Full time

Department:

Development

All Locations:

300 Ocean Avenue – Revere

Position Summary:

Development Associate

NeighborHealth is seeking a dynamic Development Associate to become an integral member of a 3-person team who understands the dynamics of and has the sensitivity to work within the community health field with a diverse staff serving a diverse population. The Development Department oversees the health center's annual signature fundraiser, Art of Health Care (AOHC), and is responsible for generating and increasing revenue from corporate, private (foundations) and individual donors via AOHC, various events, campaigns, stewarding relationships and creating new philanthropic relationships.

Reporting to the Director of Development and working closely with the Development Specialist, the Development Associate will possess high quality standards including self-motivation, technical savvy, and respect for and adherence to deadlines. He/she/they may represent the department at community and networking events when needed. While this is primarily an onsite role, there is the ability to work from home one-two days per week. However, the onsite requirement for the first sixty days of employment is five days per week.

Specific Responsibilities

•          Maintaining the department's client relationship management (CRM) database system; ensuring all new contact information (deadlines, contacts, follow-up notes, etc.) entered into the system, run CRM reports as requested, track incoming and outcoming sponsorships and grants. Know how many contacts are in database at any given time.

•          Managing funder correspondence by writing acknowledgement letter or email in a timely manner; donations, sponsorships, or in-kind gifts.

•          Collaborating with Administration and Finance to process and track approved external sponsorship requests and submit incoming donations or sponsorship checks.

•          Prospect research (individual, corporate, and private foundations) for VP of Development, Development Director, Development Specialist, and/or Grants team.

•          Event coordination support, with focus on AOHC and other events that support the department and generate revenue for the health center and its various programs and departments.

           

            Qualifications and Requirements    

The ideal candidate will possess experience in a wide range of skills and will bring the following professional experience and personal characteristics to the role:

•          Minimum of a Bachelor's degree 

•          Strong organizational skills along with keen diligence combined with solid writing and editing skills.

•          Computer skills (Microsoft Office/Excel, PowerPoint, Virtuous/Classy, Constant Contact and project planning software).

•          Ability to work independently and effectively as well as in a collaborative team environment including across NeighborHealth' s administrative and clinical departments

•          Ability to work closely with Development Specialist on deliverables.

 •         Ability to work closely with Development Specialist in supporting project deliverables.

•          Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments.

•          Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders.

•          Competency in using Zoom and Microsoft Teams platforms to conduct meetings.

•        Weekly on-time participation at scheduled meetings.
•        Spanish proficiency is a plus but not a requirement.