Development Associate
The Development Associate is responsible for assisting and supporting fundraising operations for Advancing Justice - Atlanta. This person will manage, track grants, and support the organization and program development goals. The Development Associate will report to the Development Director and work closely with the Senior Leadership team and grant writers.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include: grant writing and grant report management, coordinate with program staff, manage the grants calendar, and assist in individual fundraising campaigns on social media.
Support Development Director and work with program staff to align specific fundraising strategies with program and organizational priorities and to grow their role and work in fundraising.
Work in collaboration with the Development Director to develop revenue strategies to create and track program budgets.
Work with the Finance Department to reconcile finances with fundraising outcomes.
Implement and manage the use of grant and donor databases and other information management systems to support fundraising efforts.
Plan and organize Advancing Justice - Atlanta annual fundraising events (Legislative breakfast, Annual Gala, etc.).
Liaison with the Communications department on coordinated fundraising campaigns.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
Budget management experience required
Foundation relationships and grant writing experience required
Familiarity with Salesforce
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Excellent written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills
Salary/Benefits
This position is a full-time position with full benefits. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
To Apply
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. To apply, send a resume, cover letter, 3 professional references, and a writing sample to jobs@advancingjustice-atlanta.org. Include job title in the subject line. No phone calls or inquiry emails, please. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Asian Americans Advancing Justice - Atlanta is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply, regardless of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, age, height, weight, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, HIV status, marital or domestic partner status, or religious affiliation.
