Senior Associate, Development

Job Description

• This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Associate, Development based in the United States. This role supports a mission-driven organization focused on creating meaningful social impact through stronger systems, partnerships, and community-driven solutions. As a key member of the Development team, the Senior Associate will help strengthen fundraising operations and donor engagement efforts. The position combines operational excellence, data management, grant coordination, and relationship support to ensure smooth execution of development initiatives. You will collaborate across teams to improve workflows, maintain accurate information, and provide insights that support strategic fundraising decisions. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex challenges, and wants their work to contribute to lasting change. The role offers the chance to build scalable processes while supporting initiatives that positively impact children, families, and communities.
• Accountabilities: The Senior Associate, Development will provide operational leadership and administrative support for fundraising activities, ensuring strong coordination, accurate information management, and timely delivery of donor and grant-related commitments. The role requires close collaboration with internal teams, strong attention to detail, and the ability to independently manage workflows while continuously improving development operations. Coordinate with program, finance, and leadership teams to ensure timely completion of donor deliverables, including proposals, reports, communications, and supporting materials. Manage development calendars, team workflows, scheduling, and operational processes to improve efficiency and execution. Prepare donor briefings, prospect materials, meeting documentation, and follow-up actions while ensuring consistent communication across stakeholders. Maintain and improve systems for donor information, document management, grant tracking, and fundraising operations. Ensure CRM data accuracy, conduct regular quality reviews, and develop dashboards and reports that support fundraising strategy and leadership decision-making. Research prospective donors, funding opportunities, and partnership opportunities to support pipeline development. Manage grant administration processes, including tracking deadlines, deliverables, reporting requirements, and payment schedules. Coordinate inputs from multiple departments to ensure complete and accurate grant submissions and reporting. Identify opportunities to optimize processes, improve data visibility, and strengthen development operations. Requirements: The ideal candidate brings a combination of nonprofit development experience, operational expertise, analytical ability, and a passion for social impact. This role requires someone who is highly organized, adaptable, collaborative, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a growing organization. 3–5 years of experience in nonprofit development, grants management, fundraising operations, or a related field, with strong experience in development operations preferred. Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage complex workflows and competing deadlines. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, create insights, and communicate findings effectively. Experience working with CRMs, fundraising databases, reporting tools, donor research platforms, or grant management systems. Ability to quickly learn new systems and independently manage operational processes within a short onboarding period. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear donor-facing and internal materials. Experience supporting donor engagement, prospect research, fundraising strategy, or grant reporting activities. A personal or professional connection to social impact work, child welfare, community programs, or systems change initiatives is valued. A curious, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a rapidly evolving environment. Interest in leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and create thoughtful solutions while applying strong judgment and creativity. Benefits: The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being, professional growth, and long-term success. Annual salary range of $70,000–$80,000, based on experience, skills, and market considerations. Remote/hybrid work flexibility within the United States. 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees, with partial dependent coverage. Access to confidential mental health support services. Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Optional Long-Term Disability and Supplemental Life Insurance coverage. Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts. 401(k) retirement savings plan. Work-from-home setup stipend to support a productive remote environment. Flexible PTO policy, sick leave, and paid leaves of absence. Paid company holidays and organization-wide seasonal breaks. Professional development opportunities and ongoing learning programs. Regular learning sessions focused on relevant topics and organizational growth.
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