Development Assistant

The Development Assistant provides support to the Development team and leads the gift entry and gift acknowledgment processes. They will assist in carrying out fundraising and stewardship efforts by answering donor partner questions, making thank-you calls, sending correspondence, and providing support at events. They will also be a thought partner for the continuous improvement and efficient operations for the development department. 

The Development Assistant will possess strong administrative and communication skills, an interest in database utilization and accurate record-keeping. They will have a demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptive while exercising strong judgment and exceptional attention to detail while multitasking in meeting deadlines.

The Development Assistant will have an understanding of and commitment to the Community Foundation’s North Star and mission. They will have experience working effectively with persons from various cultural, social and ethnic backgrounds. They will have a demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative setting, effectively communicate around sensitive issues, a highly developed cultural awareness and the ability to be an active listener.