Join Our Team as a Development Assistant!

We know job searching can be a full-time job itself so lets get straight to the point. Were looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Development Assistant to support fundraising donor engagement and event coordination at the Center for Developmentally Disabled (CDD).

At CDD a nonprofit with over 50 years of service in the Kansas City Metro we are committed to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities while fostering growth and success for both the people we serve and our this role youll help strengthen donor relationships maintain accurate records and assist with events and campaigns that fuel our mission.

What Youll Do

As a Development Assistant youll be an essential part of the development teamkeeping operations running smoothly supporting fundraising events and ensuring our donor communications are meaningful and effective.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate donor and volunteer records in Bloomerang Qgiv and Galaxy Digital.

• Process and acknowledge gifts promptly; prepare thank-you letters appeals and newsletters.

• Research grant opportunities and assist with editing proposals and follow-up reports.

• Support planning and execution of fundraising events including vendor coordination and logistics.

• Generate reports for board meetings grant applications and fundraising progress tracking.

• Coordinate meetings donor visits and board development committee activities.

What You Bring

• Required:

  • Associates degree in general studies business marketing or public relations.

  • At least 1 year of experience in administrative support or nonprofit development.

• Preferred:

  • Bachelors degree.

  • 3 years of experience in nonprofit development or administrative support.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency with computers databases and digital tools.

• Positive professional demeanor with a team-oriented mindset.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Office-based role with occasional evening or weekend work for events.

• Regular use of standard office equipment.

• Some light lifting (up to 20 lbs).

• Full-time MondayFriday 8:00 am4:30 pm. (Off Hours events as well)

• Occasional local travel as needed.

Why Join CDD

• Be part of a mission-driven nonprofit making a real difference in the community.

• Work in a collaborative supportive environment.

• Full-time role with consistent schedule and benefits package.

Ready to make an impact Apply today and help us grow support for individuals with developmental disabilities across Kansas City.

CDD is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability or veteran status.