Development Specialist
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$ 68000 - 75000
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Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
(Eligible for Hybrid/ 3 days in office - Alexandria VA)
United Way Worldwide is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Development
Associate Philanthropy. The Development Associate Philanthropy will play a critical
role in supporting United Way Worldwides (UWW) fundraising efforts by conducting
comprehensive research on individuals and foundation donors. This role is vital in
ensuring smooth coordination of fundraising activities donor stewardship and major
gifts support. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills strong
attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced
fundraising environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF POSITION
Administrative Support
- Provide administrative support to the Vice President of Individual Giving and the broader Philanthropy team.
- Manage calendars schedule meetings and coordinate internal and external
communication.
- Prepare materials for donor meetings stewardship reports and cultivation
events.
- Assist in drafting correspondence acknowledgments and donor
communications.
- Accurately maintain donor records ensuring gifts interactions and engagement
details are properly recorded in CRM systems like Salesforce or Raisers Edge.
Donor Relations Support
- Support the planning and execution of donor engagement activities including
events virtual gatherings and VIP experiences.
- Assist in developing personalized stewardship plans for major donors.
- Conduct research to identify key donor insights that inform engagement
strategies.
- Coordinate donor mailings email campaigns and engagement touchpoints.
Philanthropy Support
- Assist in preparing presentations impact reports and donor recognition
materials.
- Coordinate logistics for major gift solicitations and stewardship meetings.
- Support pipeline management by tracking donor moves upcoming
engagements and follow-ups.
- Maintain and update donor engagement plans and briefing documents for
leadership.
General Support
- Provide logistical support for fundraising campaigns events and special
initiatives.
- Manage team resources office supplies and other operational needs.
- Support special projects and initiatives as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelors degree and 2 -3 years of administrative experience preferably in a nonprofit or fundraising environment; OR High Diploma or GED equivalency and 5 years of administrative experience.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in donor management systems (e.g. Salesforce Raisers Edge) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and accountability.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Experience supporting fundraising events donor communications or grant processes is a plus.
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all required duties responsibilities and skills. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable disabled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job. You should be able to work on-site in the Alexandria VA location; relocation assistance is not offered.
SALARY STATEMENT
The budgeted salary range for this position is $68000 to $75000 per year. Salary is determined by several factors including applicants knowledge skills experience position equity and market.
ABOUT UNITED WAY WORLDWIDE
United Way Worldwide seeks diverse qualified professionals who want to make a difference in the world. If you are passionate about your work and desire to help others achieve enhanced education income and health United Way Worldwide is the place for you.
United Way Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion creed disability veteran status marital status age sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin or ancestry genetic information and other legally protected characteristics in accordance with applicable laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process please e-mail and provide the nature of your request and your contact information.
We are a charter member of Employers of National Service and encourage AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service alumni to apply.
United Way Worldwide is located in Old Town Alexandria VA. We offer competitive salary and excellent benefits including: health dental life short-term and long-term disability employee assistance program 403(b) plan tuition assistance paid time off family sick leave medical appointment leave parental/adoption leave dress for your day free parking onsite gym monthly volunteering opportunities and more.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
