Development Associate
Young Voices is a nonprofit organization focused on promoting pro-liberty communicators in various fields. They are seeking a Development Associate to support fundraising efforts, manage donor communications, and build a strong supporter pipeline.
Responsibilities
- Work with the Director of Development to implement an integrated fundraising strategy and annual development plans to enlist the partnership of supporters
- Research and qualify donor prospects, including individuals, foundations, and partner organizations
- Manage and grow a portfolio of donors through consistent outreach, stewardship, and follow-up
- Write and design donor communications, including email newsletters, reports, direct mail appeals, grant proposals, and thank-you correspondence
- Lead execution of direct mail campaigns, including drafting, segmentation, and coordination of sends
- Draft and manage grant applications, reports, and supporting materials for foundation partners
- Assist with events for Young Voices’ stakeholders, including writers, alumni, donors, and partners
- Pursue collaborative partnerships and projects with other nonprofits and foundations in return for financial support (e.g., fellowships, policy briefings)
Skills
- 0–3+ years of experience in fundraising, development, sales, or a related field
- Strong written communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and persuasively
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Strong interpersonal skills and comfort with donor-facing communication
- Alignment with the mission of Young Voices
- Experience with CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot)
- Experience with prospect research or wealth screening tools
- Experience with direct mail or grant writing
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