Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Development Assistant strives to fulfil the mission of Operation Nightwatch – with an emphasis on fairness, honesty, dignity and respect. This is achieved by assisting the Development Department with Special Events, Fundraising, Communication and Social Media. This is a new position at a mission focused nonprofit organization that cares for our unsheltered neighbors with food, shelter, housing and hope.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Event Management (45%)
- Provide a high level of support for special events and projects in consultation with the Director of Development.
- Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and venues.
- Assist with procurement of items for events.
- Collaborate with Volunteer Coordinator to ensure the success of volunteers at various events.
- Plan for and intervene in any scenarios that could impact the integrity of the event.
- Attend events to support and take photos for social media, newsletters, etc.
- Participate in calls with outside consultants, at the direction of the Development Director, especially around the Annual Fall Fundraiser and as otherwise assigned.
Development (45%)
- Assist with daily development administrative tasks including data entry, donation processing, proofreading, and preparing documents as directed.
- Assist with fundraising campaigns throughout the year.
- Grant research and editing proposals, as requested.
- Under the direction of the Development Director - grant management for identified grant opportunities.
- Provide Social Media support in direct collaboration with other staff.
- Assist with producing the monthly newsletter.
- Update marketing collateral/PDFs using Canva and Adobe Acrobat.
- Conduct research as needed to support the Development Team.
Organizational (10%)
- Assist as a team member with other community needs.
- Perform other related duties as required.