Development Associate Position Available In South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

Development Associate Friends Center for Children – 3.0 New Haven, CT Job Details Full-time $48,000 – $57,000 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Qualifications Google Workspace Google Docs Social media management Writing skills Mid-level Administrative experience Canva Database management Bachelor’s degree Associate’s degree

Editing Full Job Description Position Summary:

The Development Associate plays a vital role at Friends Center for Children by supporting all facets of the organization’s development efforts. This includes social media, annual fund campaigns, planned giving, corporate and foundation proposals, major gift planning, events, and alumni engagement. The Development Associate reports to the Executive Director and contributes to all areas of the Development department, including the Annual Fund, Major Gifts, Capital Campaign, and Communications.

Reports to:

Executive Director Hours:

40 hours per week, with some evening and occasional weekend hours

Salary Range:

$48,000-$57,000 (depending on qualifications)

Benefits:

Employer-sponsored health insurance, PTO, and childcare (dependent on qualifications)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Development Associate’s responsibilities span three key areas: Social Media (25%) Event Planning & Coordination (25%) Fundraising & Development (50%) Leadership, in collaboration with the

Associate Director of Annual Giving and Events:

Social Media (25%) Implement a social media strategy promoting the mission and values of Friends Center Create engaging, mission-aligned content for all platforms (including photos, stories, updates) Monitor analytics and adjust strategies to improve reach and engagement Ensure social media content aligns with broader marketing and development goals Events (25%) Support signature events, including the annual Birthday Party, Professional Council event, Quaker Advisory Council event, New Haven Family Stroll, and fundraising gatherings Manage logistics, vendor coordination, event promotion, and post-event follow-up Collaborate with staff, volunteers, and partners to ensure the successful execution of events Support community engagement and visibility through events Development (50%) Support all fundraising initiatives, including the Annual Fund, Major Gifts, Planned Giving, and Capital Campaign Conduct donor and prospect research to support fundraising strategy Prepare reports for the Associate Director of Annual Giving and Events Review and organize institutional communications such as appeal letters, newsletters, press releases, and the annual report Process and acknowledge all donations and manage donor records using the Giftworks database With the support of the Associate Director of Annual Giving and Events, develop and grow alumni and parent engagement programs Attend regional and national meetings for professional development and networking as directed by the Associate Director of Annual Giving and Events Participate in all staff meetings and parent gatherings to stay informed and engaged in school life as directed by the

Associate Director of Annual Giving and Events Qualifications:

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships Excellent writing and editing capabilities Self-motivated with strong organizational and planning skills Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines Proficiency in donor database management Keen attention to detail and follow-through

Supervision and Accountability:

Responsible to the Executive Director Works with the Associate Director of Annual Giving and Events, the Development Committee, and the

Board of Directors Requirements:

Associate degree required, Undergraduate degree preferred Social Media proficiency required Proficiency in design programs such as Canva or Adobe Suite is required Strong proficiency in GSuite required (Gmail, Google Sheets, Docs, Slides, etc.) Development experience preferred Administrative experience preferred Please submit the following information to Tiffany L. Robinson, Human Resources Director, at . Resume Cover Letter Personal Statement List of three references

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$48,000.00 – $57,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Evenings as needed Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person