Development Associate Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Development Associate New England Forestry Foundation Littleton, MA 01460 • Hybrid work About New England Forestry Foundation New England Forestry Foundation (NEFF) is a regional non-profit organization with a mission focused on forest conservation and management. We conserve forests and promote Exemplary Forestry to permanently protect the character of New England and the region’s primary source of clean water and air, native wildlife habitat, diverse recreational opportunities, and rural economic opportunities. NEFF has protected one of every three acres of land conserved in New England and currently manages more than 150 properties that the organization owns outright (40,000+ acres) and holds conservation easements on more than a million acres. NEFF is a leader in analyzing and synthesizing information on the region’s forests to not only illuminate opportunities and problems but also inform policy on how to improve forest management, both on its own lands and in the region. Position Summary The Development Associate works closely with the development team and other staff to help achieve the organization’s overall fundraising goals. This person is directly responsible for maintaining the donor database including gift/data entry and the production of acknowledgement letters and related reports. Additional responsibilities include providing general administrative support to the development department and as needed for the stewardship department. This is a hybrid position that will require two in-person days per week at NEFF’s main office in Littleton, Massachusetts. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Gift Processing and Donor Stewardship Enter gifts (including matching gifts, gifts-in-kind, gifts of stock, recurring gifts, online donations, etc.) and pledges and oversee the management and utilization of NEFF’s Raiser’s Edge system Produce donor acknowledgement letters. Adjust standard copy and/or request hand signatures and handwritten notes from executive staff as appropriate Respond to donor inquiries Direct-Mail Appeals/Fundraising Materials Coordinate the printing and mailing of multiple appeals Update online forms and letters using the Blackbaud platform Track and report on appeal performance Assist all departments with mailings and outreach as needed with the understanding that this communication work supports long-term development goals Targeted stewardship mailings such as new abutter letters and pre-harvest letters tied to specific sites or events Database Administration (Raiser’s Edge) Perform data entry in accordance with generally accepted best practices Perform routine database maintenance (ex: duplicate records searches) Provide training and trouble-shooting support to other Raiser’s Edge users on staff Stay up to date on the activities of other departments and work with other NEFF staff to ensure that donor records are updated and as complete as possible Reporting/Reconciliation Reconcile monthly donations with Finance Department Generate a variety of fundraising and financial reports, and the annual report donor list Provide documentation and reports for yearly financial audit and single audit (if needed) Generate mailing lists for publications and direct-mail distribution lists Prospect Research and Tracking Identify potential major donor prospects from existing donor pool Assist with prospect research using iWave and other online tools Track meetings and other donor “actions” made by executive staff and major gift officers Other Provide yearly information updates to maintain high ratings in GuideStar and Charity Navigator Coordinate or assist with the coordination of fundraising events, including aspects of the Annual Meeting, as needed Participate in and contribute ideas to Development-driven meetings such as departmental meetings and board Development Committee meetings Assist with the periodic evaluation of potential new fundraising software and online research tools Participate in and help coordinate corporate volunteer opportunities as needed Stay up to date with trends in fundraising through participation in seminars, webinars, and professional conferences Filing updated forest management plan documents in NEFF’s stewardship database and SharePoint Professional experience and skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Exceptional organizational abilities with fluency in managing multiple projects and competing priorities Strong proficiency using fundraising database software; experience using Raiser’s Edge preferred Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications required Experience with online fundraising platforms and approaches preferred Enthusiastic team player Understanding and appreciation of New England Forestry Foundation’s mission Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of experience with a non-profit fundraising team Compensation, Location & Other Information Salary range for this position is $45,000 – $50,000 commensurate with experience. The hybrid location for this position is at the organization’s Prouty Woods headquarters in Littleton, Massachusetts with remote work an option for part of the week. New England Forestry Foundation values the importance of a diverse workforce, supports equity in the fields of conservation and forestry, and strives to empower candidates from all backgrounds to apply. All staff positions receive generous benefits packages, which can be viewed on NEFF’s Careers webpage . New England Forestry Foundation is an equal employment opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$45,000.00 – $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

Littleton, MA 01460 (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Littleton, MA 01460: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person