ARCHDIOCESE OF NEW YORK

Development Office

Development Associate, Donor Relations

 
Mission Statement:  In service to God, the Development Office of the Archdiocese of New York
seeks to build a culture of generosity inspired by our Lord’s own model of self-gift.
                                              
Through fundraising and stewardship, the Development Office cultivates long-lasting relationships with priests, parishioners, and lay leaders to ensure the financial stability of our Church in New York and to bear witness to Christ’s eternal message of charity.
 
Primary Responsibility:  Providing support to the Director of Donor Relations with the daily operations of the Donor Relations division, and the management of the various Donor Relations team projects
                                         

Direct Supervisor:  Director of Donor Relations
 

Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain development templates, and prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, or other information for distribution
• Assist in scheduling donor meetings and provides logistical support as directed, and in collaboration with the Executive Director’s Administrative Assistant    
• Assist in top donor/signature special events logistics and overall event execution
• Process gifts in conjunction with division’s campaigns, guidelines, and procedures; liaise with Donor Database Center for prompt entry of gifts, pledges, and report requests
• Prepare invoices for outstanding pledges, tax receipt letters, acknowledgement letters, and general follow-up
• Assist in the coordination of campaign activities and mailings to support functions across the Development Office
• Special projects as needed

 
Standards of Performance:

• Represent the Archdiocese in a professional and positive manner
• Ensure that all acknowledgements are processed in a 48-hour timeframe
• Prepare precise, well-written, and articulate correspondence
• Support the Director of Donor Relations and Executive Director with high standard administrative work for excellent top donor management

 
Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 1-2 years development operations or event management experience
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities
• Excellent writing and communications skills
• Detailed and priority-oriented
• Self-motivated team player
• Exceptional computer skills MS Word/Excel/Access/Power Point); Proficient in Raiser’s Edge
• A passion for the Catholic Church and a deep understanding of Catholic culture

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to:
[email protected]