Posted Monday, November 11, 2024
Position: Development Associate
Status: Full-Time, Salaried, Non-Exempt
Reports To: Executive Director
Schedule: 40 hours per week, primarily weekdays with occasional evenings and weekends for events
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Development Associate will support VIVA’s fundraising initiatives, manage donor relations, and assist with donor cultivation and stewardship activities. This position plays a crucial role in sustaining the organization by overseeing donor databases, supporting events, and contributing to fundraising strategies. Working closely with the Executive Director and collaborating with internal teams, the Development Associate will help build and maintain relationships with individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Assist in cultivating relationships with individual, corporate, and foundation donors, creating a strong base of support for VIVA.
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Draft donor acknowledgment letters and reports, ensuring timely and meaningful communication with supporters.
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Maintain our donor database, processing gifts, and generating reports to support fundraising efforts.
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Help plan and execute annual giving campaigns and fundraising events, including performances and the Envision Gala.
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Collaborate with the marketing team to produce compelling development content for newsletters, reports, and event invitations.
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Coordinate donor meetings and events, and provide administrative support for grant applications and fundraising projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
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1-3 years experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or administrative support.
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Skilled in donor database management and Microsoft Office Suite.
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Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects effectively.
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Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
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Experience in event planning and coordination is highly desirable.
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Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
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Commitment to VIVA’s mission and values.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply for this position, please email opportunities@thevivaschool.org with (1) document in PDF format only that contains:
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Cover letter detailing your interest in this position
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Resume
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Contact information for (2) professional references
Subject of email:
JobPost_DevelopmentAssociate_”First Letter of applicant First Name followed by applicant Last Name”
No phone calls, please.
ABOUT THE VIVA SCHOOL
The VIVA School of Dance is a haven for naturally gifted students to fearlessly nurture their talents in community with others who see their limitless potential.
Located in Washington, DC, the school centers young dancers of color, ages 6-18, in a progressive model of dance education that merges world-class training and leadership development to cultivate the creative leaders of tomorrow. Supported by a community of artists, educators, and advocates, our young artists develop as brilliant movers and distinct thinkers gaining acceptance into the nation's top collegiate dance programs and conservatories. The VIVA School stands apart as a full-merit scholarship program, annually raising $ 1.3 million to fuel our barrier-breaking initiatives.
The VIVA School is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.