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ACHIEVEability · 2 months ago

Development and Communications Associate

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$55K/yr - $65K/yr

3+ years exp

ACHIEVEability is an organization focused on breaking the generational cycle of poverty by providing support services and workforce development opportunities. The Development and Communications Associate will play a crucial role in supporting fundraising efforts and enhancing the organization's visibility through effective communication strategies.

Education

Responsibilities

Support donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts

Manage Neon donor database ensuring accurate and timely entry of gifts, pledges, and acknowledgments

Coordinate with finance team to reconcile gift records

Create fundraising reports as requested by the Director of Development

Maintain external donor and employer databases for employee giving, DAFs and other third-party sites

Draft and send donor communications including thank you letters, impact reports, and campaign updates

Assist with grant proposals and reports by compiling program data, stories, and background research

Support planning and execution of fundraising events, including logistics, guest communications, sponsorship outreach, and day-of event support

Support and participate in engagement activities to build relationships with ACHIEVEability's community of donors

Carry out annual campaign activities such as pulling and segmenting mailing lists, coordinating printing and mailing with mail house, managing the timeline, and helping to determine theme and messaging

Perform other duties as assigned to support development and program activities

Develop and manage content for website, newsletters, email campaigns, annual report, and social media platforms

Collaborate with program team to develop content

Participate in ACHIEVEability programming to keep current with impact and service delivery

Work with staff to collect participant stories, photos, and testimonials to highlight program impact

Ensure consistent use of ACHIEVEability's brand across all communication channels

Support media relations and track press coverage

Monitor communications analytics (email open rates, social engagement, etc.) and recommend improvements

Support volunteer events by assisting with pre and post communications to volunteers, as well as social media to external stakeholders

Partner with program team to collect volunteer information

Serve as point of contact for communications requests from staff and external partners

Assist the Development Director with project management and reporting to leadership and board members

Provide general administrative support for development and communications functions as needed

Qualification

Nonprofit experienceDonor database managementMicrosoft OfficeCanva/Adobe Creative SuiteDigital marketing toolsSocial media knowledgeProactive approachOrganizational skillsCollaboration skills

Required

3 years+ of experience working in a nonprofit, communications, marketing, or other related field

Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects

Knowledge of social media platforms and digital marketing tools

Ability to work collaboratively and individually

Proactive approach and willingness to learn new skills

Commitment to ACHIEVEability's mission and to advancing equity and opportunity

Preferred

Familiarity with donor databases. Neon preferred

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Canva/Adobe Creative Suite, Constant Contact (preferred)

Benefits

Health, dental and vision insurance

403 (b) match

Generous PTO

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Professional development opportunities

Flexible hours but must work some weekend days and weekday evenings

Company

ACHIEVEability

Since 1981, ACHIEVEability has partnered with Philadelphians to provide services that build the foundation for self-sufficiency and long-term success.

Founded in 1981

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

11-50 employees