JOB SUMMARY

Development Assistant

The following job description is subject to change upon the Development Director’s recommendation Department:

The Development Assistant is responsible for helping to advance the Nantucket Boys & Girls Club’s fundraising efforts by maintaining the fundraising database Abila, assisting with the annual fund campaign and all events. Current events include the Sam Sylvia Pro-Am Golf Tournament, the Tim Russert Summer Groove and the Community Fall BBQ. The Development Assistant will process and acknowledge gifts.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

In collaboration with the Executive Director develop and implement a cultivation and stewardship program.

• Oversee planning of logistics for special events.
• Oversee implementation of printed materials for special events.
• Ensure design and development of public relations documents for use in the promotion of fundraising and education to the public. Ensure the development and distributions of marketing documents.
• Increase visibility of Club development activities and maintain good public relations.
• Manage and maintain Abila Fundraising software and process donations adhering to gift processing policies and promptly generate acknowledgement letters.
• Maintain paper and electronic filing systems with accuracy and easy retrieval of information.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Development and nonprofit organization experience preferred.
• Experience with MS Office, Outlook, Excel and databases
• Experience with Abila Fundraising 50 software strongly preferred
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential material
• Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, set high standards for accuracy and efficiency, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. Must have a strong comfort level and be consistent in punctuality, dependability and the ability to adapt to change professionally.
• Ability to maintain professional, cordial relationships with the Board of Trustees, donors, Club members and the community.