Development Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $60,000-$65,000 depending on experience

Position: Development Assistant

Department: Development

Location(s): Upper Manhattan (Hybrid)

Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Annual Salary: $60,000-$65,000, depending on experience

Who We Are

Established by Black and Latina activists in 1984, the Violence Intervention Program (VIP) is NYCs only culturally specific organization with a mission to address domestic and sexual violence within Latine communities. Each year, we provide intensive support and services to 3,500+ survivors and children and reach 15,000+ community members through community events and preventive education. We are committed to developing innovative programs that respond to the needs of our diverse community and reflect our organizational values.

What We Offer

As an organization led by and for people of color and survivors of violence, we care deeply about our teams wellness. We offer unlimited PTO and flexible work schedules, a hybrid workplace, health benefits coverage up to 90% for staff and their families, a 403(b) retirement plan, a staff led wellness committee, time to play and laugh together, and more.

We are a work in progress and welcome input from our team as we continue building an affirming and uplifting workplace.

A Great Fit

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented, organized professional looking to build a career in nonprofit fundraising while advancing social justice. As Development Assistant, youll work closely with the Associate Director of Individual Giving and Operations and gain hands-on experience in donor stewardship, fundraising administration, database management, and special events.

We are a small, but mighty team! Were looking for someone with strong administrative and organizational skills who is eager to learn, takes pride in getting the details right, and is comfortable jumping in where needed. As part of our small but mighty team, youll collaborate with colleagues across VIP and interact with donors, partners, and members of our Board of Directors.

What Youll Do

• Support individual and corporate fundraising efforts, including donor and prospect research.
• Prepare gift acknowledgments, thank-you letters, and other donor correspondence.
• Maintain accurate donor records, gifts, interactions, and notes in VIPs donor database.
• Generate donor reports, prospect and mailing lists, and other fundraising data.
• Help keep development files, documents, and procedures organized and up to date.
• Support fundraising events, including VIPs annual benefit, with event logistics, communications, materials, donor lists, sponsor recognition, and follow-up.
• Provide administrative support to the Associate Director, including calendar management, meeting agendas and notes, and follow-up.

Specific Job Requirements

• 1-2 years of nonprofit fundraising, administrative, or related work experience, or relevant degree/certification program.
• Exceptional verbal and written communications skills, with ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Familiarity with CRM/donor databases (experience with Bloomerang a plus)
• Fluency in English is required; Spanish fluency is a plus.

If youre excited about this opportunity but dont meet every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply. We value transferable skills, a willingness to learn, and the different experiences candidates bring to their work.

The Violence Intervention Program (VIP) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.