Development Clerk Camden County Nonprofit - Office of the CEO Division

Development Clerk Camden County Nonprofit (CV2693-59) - Office of the CEO Division

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley

Development Clerk Camden County, New Jersey | Full-Time

Support fundraising. Strengthen donor relationships. Help expand community impact.

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Development Clerk to support fundraising, donor relations, community outreach, and core administrative operations. This role is a key part of our development efforts—supporting donor communications, event coordination, gift tracking, grant support, and day-to-day activities that help advance VOADV’s mission across Camden County.

The ideal candidate is organized, professional, community-focused, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a mission-driven nonprofit environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide administrative support for fundraising and development activities

• Maintain donor databases with accurate gift entry, recordkeeping, and timely updates

• Prepare donor acknowledgments, thank-you letters, and fundraising correspondence

• Support planning and coordination of fundraising events, outreach initiatives, and donor meetings

• Assist with grant preparation, reporting, and document collection

• Track donations, sponsorships, pledges, and fundraising metrics

• Prepare mailing lists, fundraising packets, promotional materials, and event materials

• Coordinate communication with donors, volunteers, vendors, and community partners

• Support social media and outreach efforts tied to fundraising campaigns and events

• Maintain confidentiality of donor and organizational information

• Help prepare reports, presentations, and development materials for leadership and board meetings

• Provide general clerical support (filing, scanning, answering phones, scheduling)

• Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational development and fundraising goals

What You Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred (nonprofit management, communications, business administration, marketing, or related field)

• 1–2 years of administrative, fundraising, customer service, or nonprofit experience preferred

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, donor database systems, and basic social media platforms

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organization

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively

• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

• Commitment to VOADV’s mission and values of community-based social services

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred (not required)

• Ability to lift over 40 lbs

• Availability for occasional evening/weekend hours and local travel for events/outreach as needed

Why This Role Matters:

Development work fuels services. In this role, your organization and follow-through help strengthen donor relationships, support successful events and campaigns, and ensure the resources needed to serve individuals and families across the community.

Equal Opportunity Employer Volunteers of America Delaware Valley is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.