Senior Development Associate

Greenlight America is a young non-profit that mobilizes grassroots power to win local siting and permitting campaigns for clean energy projects. We do this by partnering with local groups and activists to run strategic campaigns that win approval for clean energy projects in their communities. Our founding team has led some of the largest grassroots organizing networks in the country, and we are building a scalable model for engaging and mobilizing local residents in support of clean energy.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Senior Development Associate will play a vital role in supporting Greenlight's fundraising operations as we work to resource Greenlight America and Greenlight Action's combined fundraising goals. This position will be responsible for maintaining donor database systems, tracking fundraising projections and prospects, managing stewardship activities, coordinating outreach efforts, conducting some donor research, and ensuring proper document management. We are excited to bring on an organized and detail-oriented team member to strengthen our fundraising infrastructure!

A successful candidate for this position will have experience with fundraising operations, exceptional organizational skills, and strong attention to detail. They will be a proactive team player with excellent project management abilities and a passion for clean energy.

The position is remote and reports to the Development Director.

PRIMARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and regularly update development CRM for active and prospective donors
• Maintain and regularly update fundraising projections and prospect tracking systems to support strategic fundraising decisions
• Manage stewardship projects, including developing contact lists, coordinating writing assignments, tracking deadlines, and ensuring timely donor communications
• Coordinate and track outreach tasks and fundraising activities, including scheduling work blocks for the executive director and development team
• Conduct donor and prospect research to identify new prospects and gather info on existing donors
• Oversee document management, including organizing and maintaining fundraising materials, proposals, and reports in appropriate file systems
• Support the Development Director and fundraising team with administrative needs to ensure smooth operation of development activities

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Key Qualifications

We are especially interested in candidates with the following qualifications:

• 1+ years of relevant experience in development operations, fundraising support, or similar administrative roles
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Experience with donor databases and fundraising tracking systems
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data management
• Proficient with MS Word and Excel and Adobe Acrobat on a PC platform, as well as Google Suite equivalents
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative while functioning as part of a collaborative team
• Commitment to discretion and confidentiality when handling donor information

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with donor research tools and donor CRM systems, ie, iWave, ActBlue, etc…
• Knowledge of and experience with climate or clean energy work
• Experience with project management software, preferably Monday.com
• Understanding of nonprofit fundraising principles and best practices
• Experience with grant management systems and foundation portals
• Passion for accelerating the clean energy transition
• Willingness to think creatively, take risks, objectively evaluate results, and iterate
• Passion for accelerating the clean energy transition

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The base annual salary for this position is ($60,000-$85,000). We offer an excellent benefits package which includes 100% employer paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance, unlimited paid time off, monthly technology stipend, and retirement contributions through 401k and Roth plans.

TO APPLY:

• Please submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@greenlightamerica.org
• Please include the job title in the subject line of your email (e.g., “Senior Development Associate”).
• Applications will be considered on a rolling basis
• If you require accommodations so that you may participate in the selection process, please email accommodations@greenlightamerica.org

Due to the volume of applicants, we will only contact applicants whose skill sets, and experience meet our needs.

DIVERSITY AND EQUITY IN OPPORTUNITY:

Greenlight America is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and an anti-racist organization that prohibits discrimination in its governance, programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, because all or part of an individual’s income is derived from public assistance or for any other non-merit based factor. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ people, and members of other historically and presently disenfranchised populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our goal is for a work experience that has meaning and impact on the world and on our professional lives, and a workplace where you can feel supported and proud. You can learn more about us at greenlightamerica.org.

This position also supports Greenlight Action, an affiliated 501(c)(4) organization. While motivated by the same core values, Greenlight America and Greenlight Action operate independently of one another and each organization has its own board of directors.