Research and Development Associate jobs in Wilmington, DE

Job Description

The Development Associate is responsible for supporting the Executive Director and Development Manager in development activities to generate revenue for the operation and growth of the organization. The level of responsibility for various tasks is noted below. The Development Associate reports to the Executive Director. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

· Process donations, generate acknowledgement letters, and assist in the facilitation of other department communications in a timely fashion.

· Manage the donor database, including performing data entry, generating renewals, updating records, and performing reconciliations with the accounting department.

· Provide administrative support to the Development Manager as they guide volunteer committees in organizing our fundraising events

· Assist in developing annual fundraising appeals and coordinating logistics (printing, mailing, etc.) with the Development Manager.

· Assist Executive Director and Development Manager in the Research and identification of potential new donors/funding sources.

· Develop meaningful relationships with donors and volunteers that deepen their connection to the organization and the ways in which they support it.

Requirements

• Possess 1–3 years of data entry experience; fundraising & familiarity with donor CRM preferred
• High School Diploma
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

All Tri-State employees are expected to:

· Attend departmental meetings and other meetings as appropriate.

• Help maintain the orderliness and cleanliness of the facilities.
• Participate in Tri-State events as needed.
• Participate in board committees as appropriate.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with staff, volunteers, students, board members, industry personnel, government officials, and the general public.
• Be able to work independently but also as part of a team.
• Represent Tri-State professionally to the rehabilitation community, government agencies, and external partners, and the general public.
• Exhibit a positive attitude and commitment to Tri-State’s mission.
• Adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by Tri-State. This includes, but is not limited to, those contained in the employee manual.
• Appreciate the value that volunteers and donors bring to the organization and help ensure a positive experience for them at Tri-State.

Acknowledgements:

• The information above is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required for the position. My supervisor may, at his or her discretion, assign or re-assign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
• The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.50 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 15 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Newark, DE 19711: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person