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Dress for Success Triangle is dedicated to empowering unemployed and underemployed women in vulnerable communities to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and the development tools to help them thrive in work and in life. Part of a global network of affiliates was founded in 2008 by former Dell executive Pat Nathan, the local organization has empowered over 24,500 women during their career transitions.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Development Associate to support our fundraising efforts and contribute to our mission.

Position Overview: The Development Associate will assist the Development Director in executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy. This role involves donor stewardship, event coordination, database management, and online auction support, playing a crucial part in enhancing our fundraising initiatives. The position is also responsible for administrative duties for the affiliate offices. This is a part-time hybrid position working in our Raleigh and Durham offices and remotely.

Key Responsibilities:

Donor Management:

  • Assist in managing the donor database, ensuring accurate records and timely acknowledgment of gifts.

  • Support the cultivation and stewardship of individual donors, foundations, and corporate partners.

Event Support:

  • Help coordinate fundraising events and online auctions including logistics, communications, and the online event platform.

  • Collaborate with team members to ensure the successful execution of annual fundraising events.

Administrative Support:

  • Provide administrative support to the Development Director and Development Team as needed.

  • Collaborate with leadership on special projects and assist with fundraising and development activities.

Affiliate Office Support:

  • Maintain daily office operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient work environment.

  • Maintain office supplies, equipment, and vendor relationships to support operational needs.

  • Process incoming/outgoing mail, donations, and manage donor acknowledgment letters.

  • Maintain accurate records, including financial, donor, and staff data, ensuring confidentiality and compliance.

  • When needed, serve as back up for Client Service Coordinator, serving as first point of contact for clients, volunteers and other visitors.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Excellent communications skills (written and oral)

  • Excellent organizational skills.

  • Excellent attention to detail.

  • Excellent PC skills (including Microsoft Office suite) and exposure to cloud-based CRM (Salesforce preferred) platforms

  • Excellent time management skills.

  • Ability to manage competing priorities.

  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

  • Initiative and resourcefulness

  • High-level confidentiality and discretion

  • Adaptable

 

Must Haves

  • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent

  • 2-5 years of experience using the required skills

Nice to Have

  • Non-profit experience

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week