Development Generalist

Job Status Full-time Job Title Development Generalist Job Summary Under direct supervision, the Development Generalist uses intermediate skills obtained through experience and training to support in all aspects of fundraising and development including data‑entry and database management, research, donor stewardship and outreach, writing and grant processing, in addition to carrying a fundraising portfolio. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Process and acknowledge donations and enter data in Development donor database Assist in the production of fundraising materials including but not limited to letters, emails, newsletters, proposals, PowerPoint presentations, and reports. This includes drafting original copy and editing documents Assist with the execution of direct mail appeals and online fundraising appeals Assist with maintaining relationships and correspondence with donors and prospects, including donor acknowledgement and recognition Solicit sponsorships for ACCESS events Support donor stewardship strategy Identify possible grant opportunities for various ACCESS programs Create and submit proposals and case statements in a timely manner Assist with the writing, editing and submission of grant proposals Create and manage relationships with prospective corporation and foundation funders and individual donors Maintain Grants shared drive folder and fund development form collection process Create analytical reports through donor database to guide fundraising strategy May initiate contact with potential donors Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Intermediate concepts, principles and practices of fundraising/development Donor database management Donor relations and stewardship Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft Office Proficiency operating donor database system. Experience with Blackbaud products such as Raiser’s Edge or Altru is a plus Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills Work both independently and as part of a team, in a highly efficient and organized manner Meet deadlines for several concurrent tasks, while setting priorities on emerging requirements and changing timelines Track progress on tasks and handle follow‑up as needed Demonstrate customer service and professionalism with confidentiality and discretion Maintain a high level of attention to detail Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives Incite enthusiasm and influence, motivate and persuade others to achieve desired outcomes Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Be flexible and calm under pressure Analyze and troubleshoot problems Effectively utilize tools/resources to work efficiently Demonstrate the highest level of personal and ethical standards Educational and Previous Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree Business, Marketing, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, English, Communications or related field At least two years of professional level experience where demonstrated sales and business development with a track record of successfully meeting development quotas or any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human Resources Licenses/Certifications None Working Conditions Hours: Normal business hours, some additional hours may be required Travel Required: Local and in‑state travel, up to 10% Working Environment: Climate controlled office #J-18808-Ljbffr ACCESS - Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services