Development Associate (part-time)

Reporting to the Director of Advancement, this part-time position will assist with all fundraising and development required to support the organization’s mission. Responsibilities include: • Manage donor database, including keeping up-to-date constituent and financial data, conducting regular maintenance and updates, and regular reconciliation with accounting • Conduct donor processing, including accurately entering gifts, generating acknowledgements, and running and delivering a variety of reports • Assist in management of appeals and donor cultivation correspondence including composition, compilation, and appropriate audience selection • Support individual affiliates with fundraising efforts as needed, including providing accurate donor and database reports and and assisting in coordination of small local fundraising events. • Help coordinate Network events (in Chicago) Preferred Qualifications • 1-3 years of development/fundraising or related experience • Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office; ability and willingness to learn DonorPerfect software • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral • Strong organizational and time management skills; exceptional attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy, tracking, and follow through • Ability to present a positive image, develop relationships and communicate mission effectively with diverse stakeholders • Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential information For full job description, please contact Tom Drexler, Executive Director at tom@ispretreats.org.