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Senior Development Associate
Job Location:
Job Location:
Southfield, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
6 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
3 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
POSITION SUMMARY:
Angels Place offers an environment of love and compassion coupled with an atmosphere of acceptance dignity friendship and the potential for personal growth and independence. We are a Christ-centered community that enhances the lives of those we serve and their families by providing loving homes and professional support to individuals with intellectual and
developmental disabilities.
Thanks to the generous people in our community for over thirty-one years Angels Place has provided homes and services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is an opportunity for the right candidate to participate in that legacy by joining the Angels Place Development Team.
The Senior Development Associate is responsible for supporting fundraising initiatives donor engagement volunteer management special events and development communications. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer this position plays a key role in advancing the organizations fundraising goals by building relationships with donors volunteers sponsors and community partners while ensuring the successful execution of development activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Fundraising Campaigns and Donor Engagement
Assist in planning coordinating and implementing annual fundraising campaigns and appeals.
Support established giving programs and social media fundraising campaigns including:
Support established giving programs and social media fundraising campaigns including:
- Disabilities Awareness Month (March)
- Volunteer Awareness Month (April)
- Year-End Appeal (November)
Assist with donor cultivation and stewardship efforts including donor communications acknowledgments and follow-up activities.
Conduct prospect research to identify and qualify potential donors sponsors and community partners.
Maintain donor records and assist with tracking fundraising activity and campaign results.
Volunteer Engagement
Build and maintain relationships with current volunteers.
Recruit onboard and train new volunteers and match them with meaningful service opportunities.
Coordinate volunteer communications and recognition efforts throughout the year.
Serve as a liaison between volunteers and Angels Place staff to ensure a positive volunteer experience.
Recruit onboard and train new volunteers and match them with meaningful service opportunities.
Coordinate volunteer communications and recognition efforts throughout the year.
Serve as a liaison between volunteers and Angels Place staff to ensure a positive volunteer experience.
Events Management
Assist with planning and administration of annual fundraising and stewardship events including:
- Golf Outing (July)
- Tennis and Pickleball Outing (August)
- Fall Fest (October)
- Its A Miracle Dinner (November)
- Two donor member events
Coordinate event logistics registrations sponsorship fulfillment volunteers vendors and on-site event support.
Work collaboratively with event committees volunteers staff and community partners to ensure successful event execution.
Marketing and Communications
Participate in the creation of development and marketing materials including:
- Quarterly newsletters
- Annual reports
- Website content
- Email communications
- Social media content
- Event promotional materials
Draft donor correspondence fundraising appeals stewardship communications and impact stories.
Collaborate with the Chief Development Officer to ensure consistent messaging and brand representation across all communication channels.
Additional Responsibilities
Participate in department and organizational meetings as requested.
Represent Angels Place at community events and networking opportunities as appropriate.
Support special projects and organizational initiatives as assigned.
This list is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned by the Chief Development Officer and at times the Chief Executive Officer.
Represent Angels Place at community events and networking opportunities as appropriate.
Support special projects and organizational initiatives as assigned.
This list is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned by the Chief Development Officer and at times the Chief Executive Officer.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Required:
High School Diploma or GED
High School Diploma or GED
Preferred:
Bachelors Degree in Communications Marketing Public Relations Nonprofit Management Business Administration or a related field.
Bachelors Degree in Communications Marketing Public Relations Nonprofit Management Business Administration or a related field.
Experience:
Minimum of five to seven years of experience in fundraising development event coordination volunteer management nonprofit administration or a related field.
Demonstrated experience coordinating multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Experience with DonorView or a similar fundraising database preferred but not required.
Demonstrated experience coordinating multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Experience with DonorView or a similar fundraising database preferred but not required.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with Canva or similar publishing and graphic design software.
Experience managing social media platforms and digital communications.
Experience with Canva or similar publishing and graphic design software.
Experience managing social media platforms and digital communications.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Commitment to the mission of Angels Place and a passion for serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational administrative and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as a member of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships with donors volunteers sponsors and community stakeholders.
Ability to take initiative manage multiple priorities and follow through on projects.
Professional resourceful and solutions-oriented approach to work.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational administrative and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as a member of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships with donors volunteers sponsors and community stakeholders.
Ability to take initiative manage multiple priorities and follow through on projects.
Professional resourceful and solutions-oriented approach to work.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.
Other Requirements
Must pass physical drug screen and TB test (paid by Angels Place).
Must pass Michigan State Police and FBI fingerprint criminal history background checks.
Must possess a valid Michigan drivers license and maintain a responsible driving record.
Must pass Michigan State Police and FBI fingerprint criminal history background checks.
Must possess a valid Michigan drivers license and maintain a responsible driving record.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Full time in person at our office in Southfield (near Northwestern Hwy. and Franklin Rd.) M-F 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Some evening and weekends are required. An Annual Planning Calendar indicates when these events will be for planning ahead
- Occasional local travel required
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Angels’ Place provides professional services and support for people with developmental disabilities to grow and thrive. Contact us (248) 350-2203.
