Development Assistant

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.