Development (Fundraising) Database Associate

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

Job Title: Development (Fundraising) Database Associate
Department: Development
Reports to: Director of Annual Giving
Position: Full-time, hourly, non-exempt

Earthwatch Institute is an international non-profit organization that engages volunteers worldwide in scientific field research and education to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment.

Position summary:

The Development department is seeking a self-starter Database Associate to be responsible for gift entry and the overall integrity of the Earthwatch donor database.  S/he will contribute both independently and as a team member to the overall fundraising and recruitment efforts of the organization by performing the essential functions listed below.
Essential Functions:

• Process and record approx. 100-300 gifts and memberships weekly, generate gift acknowledgements
• Create new records, input/update address information, notes, relationships, and other pertinent information in records as needed 
• Produce financial reports and assist with income tracking weekly, monthly, and quarterly
• Troubleshoot and correct database errors and duplications, assist with ongoing projects to clean and reconfigure database
• Assist with mailings and other administrative tasks as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in a development/fundraising setting preferred.
• Working knowledge of CRM, Access, Excel, Word, Outlook and the Internet.  Ability to work from multiple tabs/windows across multiple programs a must.
• High level of computer proficiency overall. 
• Strong ability to learn new software tools quickly and effectively, from reporting to analysis.  (Comprehensive training on the Earthwatch database and fundraising programs will be provided.)
• Organized, detail-oriented, pro-active problem-solver.
• Work volume will fluctuate.  Solid time-management and multi-tasking skills needed to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Interest in environmental sustainability and/or non-profit fundraising a plus. 

Salary range:  $14.00 - $16.00 per hour commensurate with experience.  Competitive benefits including 20 days Paid Time Off.

Please indicate job title in subject line of email. Send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to hr@earthwatch.org; fax 978-461-0730; mail HR Earthwatch Institute, 114 Western Ave., Boston, MA 02134.  Due to limited time and financial resources we are only able to accept applicants who are already eligible to work in the United States.  No phone calls please.