Development Assistant

TITLE: Development Assistant
CLASSIFICATION: Program Assistant
WAGE CATEGORY: Non-Exempt 
DEPARTMENT: Development
REPORTS TO:  Development Associate
LOCATION: Washington, DC

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ABOUT AMERICAN RIVERS: American Rivers is the leading conservation organization dedicated to protecting and restoring America’s rivers for the benefit of communities, wildlife and nature.  Founded in 1973, American Rivers currently has over 65,000 members and supporters and is a national nonprofit based in Washington, D.C., with regional offices in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, West and Northwest.  American Rivers maintains a positive work environment with a culture of learning, support and balance.  For an overview of the organization, please visit www.AmericanRivers.org.

JOB SUMMARY: American Rivers seeks a Development Assistant to support the Development Department and the Regional development team.  The Assistant will help the Development Department in efforts raise the necessary funds to develop, implement, promote, and advocate policies and practices that protect and restore healthy rivers and the communities that depend upon them.  The position will report to the Development Associate.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide administrative and clerical support for the Regional Major Gifts team and other members of the development team as needed, including preparation for travel, management of paperwork, and management of internal and external communications
• Send Donor acknowledgement letters and manage the Gift Transmittal process
• Complete registrations and the administrative duties required for participation in the EarthShare workplace giving campaign
• Compose and prepare time-sensitive correspondence, reports and proposals as needed.
• Attend and/or coordinate appropriate staff to represent American Rivers at EarthShare Events
• Assist with special projects

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of development experience
• Ability to work collaboratively in promoting the goals and objectives of the organization.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized and able to meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.  Ability to work effectively with a range of personalities and working styles, and with people at all levels of the organization, including staff, board, foundation officers, and donors.
• Experience using Windows software, including Word and Excel, and donor database programs.
• Prefer candidate with some knowledge of and interest in conservation issues.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: No

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Normal office environment with extended periods at a computer and some travel required. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Little or no exertion. May occasionally lift and carry boxes of supplies or publications.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits include health, dental and life insurance, retirement plan, and generous leave benefits. American Rivers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Applications will be considered immediately. Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and professional references to: American Rivers, Attn:  Development Program Assistant Position, 1101 14th Street, NW, Suite 1400, Washington, DC 20005; or jobs@americanrivers.org, with “Development Program Assistant” in the subject line. No phone calls please.