Development Assistant, Operations

Fundraising ProfessionalThe American Enterprise Institute (AEI) seeks a hardworking, creative, detail-oriented, and highly organized individual to work in person with a talented team of fundraising professionals to cultivate donor relationships, share scholars' work with supporters, and manage crucial database projects to strengthen AEI's strategic outreach. This is a full-time, in-person position. The anticipated start date is as soon as possible.This role offers a great opportunity for anyone interested in expanding on or developing a passion for nonprofit fundraising and public policy. The ideal candidate must be able to collaborate on a team, possess strong writing skills, and be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter demonstrating their interest in AEI's mission, academic transcript, and 500-word writing sample on any topic.ResponsibilitiesSupport AEI's fundraising team in its effort to create, cultivate, and sustain relationships with donors and prospects to generate major gifts for AEI.Manage and execute crucial projects for strategic outreach to donors, such as mass email communications and large mailings that promote AEI's scholarly research to the AEI donor community.Prepare strategy memos and conduct research on donors and prospects.Assist with logistics for donor meetings and events.Update, manage, and use AEI's donor database for daily and weekly gift-management operational duties.Work closely with the Accounting department on revenue reconciliation and annual audit preparation.QualificationsA bachelor's degree (required)0–2 years of previous full-time work experience is required; previous internship or work experience in fundraising or at a nonprofit (a plus, but not required)An interest in public policy and AEI's missionThe ability to work closely on a team while independently managing multiple responsibilitiesExceptionally strong oral and written communication skillsThe ability to meet tight deadlines, multitask, and prioritizeStrong strategic thinking and problem-solving skillsExcellent attention to detailHigh proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)Experience with customer relationship management and marketing software, especially Salesforce or HubSpot (a plus)Experience with design, Adobe products, or branding (a plus)