Development Assistant

The Yaddo Development Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the organization's fundraising efforts by providing administrative assistance to the senior development team. This position is ideal for an individual eager to contribute to the growth of Yaddo and further our mission to support artists through donor engagement, event planning, and development activities. Are you agood fit? We are on the lookout for a dynamic, organized, and upbeat professional to join our team and help drive our fundraising efforts to new heights! The ideal candidate will be a master of all things organization—keeping data and communications in perfect order, all while ensuring everything runs like clockwork. You’re the person who ensures everything is in the right place. Multitasking is your superpower, and you thrive in a fast-paced environment where juggling multiple projects and deadlines is second nature, while maintaining accuracy. Whether you're drafting emails, preparing reports, or chatting with donors and colleagues, your communication skills—both written and verbal—are top-notch. Plus, you know how to build strong relationships with people across the board. If you’re tech-savvy and comfortable managing databases, and love to analyze data, we definitely want to hear from you. We need someone who thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment—if you're a team player who loves to accomplish big things, and make big impact, drop us a line. This position is based in beautiful Saratoga Springs, NY, with traditional Monday-Friday hours, though some evenings and weekends will be required for special fundraising events. Ready to bring your skills, passion, and enthusiasm to the table? Let’s chat! Primary Responsibilities: Provide administrative support to the Director of Development and Senior Development team members. Assist with fundraising data management, including data entry, generating reports and queries, tracking event attendance, and maintaining donor records. Perform data analysis and conduct research to support fundraising and development strategies. Contribute creative ideas for fundraising and cultivation initiatives. Support the planning and execution of fundraising events, donor cultivation activities, and other development initiatives as needed. Facilitate department meetings, mailings, and communications. Attend special events and board meetings, as scheduled, to provide on-site support. Grant research and management. Cultivate and maintain relationships with Artist Alumni Other duties as assigned. Experience/Requirements: A positive, can-do attitude with an energetic and flexible demeanor. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) is required. Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge or similar databases, is a plus. Strong administrative skills with excellent attention to detail and follow-through. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with a wide range of individuals and groups. Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and achieve goals. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Bachelor’s Degree (Liberal Arts or related field of study) preferred, but not required. Job Type: FT Hourly Pay Range:$20 to $24 per hour Yaddo is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any individual, employee, or application for residency on the basis of race, color, marital status, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status recognizedbyfederal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr