Development Associate

Communities In Schools of North Texas work within school environments - Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Development Associate at Communities In Schools of North Texas (CISNT) supports the Resource Development team. This position is responsible for assisting with various administrative tasks to ensure the smooth execution of fundraising and community engagement activities. The Development Associate will work closely with the Director of Community Engagement and other team members to help meet organizational goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education/Certifications

• Minimum Education/Certification: Bachelor’s Degree required

• Minimum one year of successful, relevant work experience preferred.

• Experience with Communities In Schools preferred.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work with information that is of a personal, confidential, and/or proprietary nature, for the purpose of fulfilling employment obligations.

• Must be able to hold oneself accountable to maintain the confidentiality and nondisclosure of such information.

• Must be highly detail oriented.

• Superior problem-solving skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a highly collaborative environment.

• Superior/effective written and oral communication skills.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and Canva.

• Superior organizational skills, including the ability to effectively multi-task.

• Ability to demonstrate the maturity and flexibility required to work in a fast-paced, fast-changing environment.

• Ability to accept feedback.

• Ability to perform basic office duties.

• Exhibit a commitment towards the CISNT mission, vision, and strategic goals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Administrative Support:

• Assist with preparing marketing materials and supplies for various events, fundraising campaigns, and donor stewardship.

• Manage inventory of apparel and giveaway items to ensure adequate supplies for events and donor engagement activities.

• Assist with ordering, receiving, and distribution of promotional materials as needed.

• Work with program staff to compile monthly campus highlight submissions and organize content for impact story planning.

• Assist with preparing and organizing social media content as needed.

Donor Relations Support:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of gifts, pledges, and acknowledgments records in the donor database.

• Generate acknowledgment letters, pledge reminders, and solicitations to individual donors.

• Generate reports to track donor activities, fundraising goals, and campaign progress.

• Assist with campaign development, promotion, and management.

• Collaborate with the Director of Community Engagement and Chief Development Officer to provide regular touchpoints of appreciation to CISNT donors.

• Support other stewardship and prospecting activities.

Fundraising and Event Support:

• Solicit donations from individuals, businesses, and community partners for CISNT fundraising events.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of event materials and related documentation via Google Workspace.

• Assist the Resource Development team in coordinating and executing activation events that promote CISNT’s mission and programs, including but not limited to community give-back initiatives, point-of-sale campaigns, volunteer coffee connections, etc.

• Provide logistical support during CISNT events, including event setup/teardown, registration, and attendee engagement.

• Represent CISNT at community events when needed, engaging with the public to raise awareness and support for the organization.

Additional Duties as Assigned:

• Collaborate with the Resource Development team on various projects to enhance donor engagement and community support.

• Research and report on best practices for nonprofit outreach efforts and donor stewardship.

• Assist with other tasks and special projects as assigned by the Director of Community Engagement.

Supervisory Duties:

• None

Working Conditions

• Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting; extensive work on a computer, moderate work on phones.

• Work with frequent interruptions.

• Frequent driving is required through the DFW metroplex via personal vehicle.

• Occasional irregular and extensive work hours, including nights and weekends.

Professional Growth

• Assume responsibility for personal growth to improve job performance.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. The continuation of the position is contingent upon funding.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000