Temporary Development Assistant

Location: Dorchester, MA (100% Onsite)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Compensation: $22–$24/hour (based on experience)
Duration: Temporary 3+ months with potential for permanent hire
Start: ASAP

Overview

A mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking a Temporary Development Assistant to support fundraising operations, donor relations, volunteer initiatives, and special events. This role is ideal for an organized and detail-oriented professional who enjoys administrative work while helping advance the mission of a community-focused organization.

The Development Assistant will provide critical support to the Development team through donor database management, gift processing, fundraising event coordination, and stewardship activities.

Key Responsibilities

Development & Administrative Support

• Maintain donor records and perform data entry within fundraising and CRM systems
• Process charitable contributions and prepare donor acknowledgements and correspondence
• Reconcile donation records and support departmental administrative functions
• Conduct prospect research to identify potential funding opportunities
• Assist with reporting and tracking donor engagement activities

Donor Relations & Stewardship

• Support annual giving initiatives and donor engagement programs
• Coordinate donor communications, inquiries, and follow-up activities
• Assist with donor acknowledgements and stewardship efforts
• Partner with internal teams to support donation drives and seasonal giving campaigns

In-Kind Donation Management

• Coordinate intake, tracking, storage, and distribution of in-kind donations
• Maintain accurate records and acknowledgements for all in-kind gifts
• Partner with program teams to ensure donations are distributed appropriately

Fundraising Events & Volunteer Coordination

• Support planning and execution of fundraising events and community initiatives
• Manage guest lists, registration materials, and event logistics
• Assist with volunteer and donor engagement activities
• Provide onsite event support as necessary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience preferred
• 1–2 years of nonprofit development, fundraising, donor relations, or related experience preferred
• Experience working with donor databases, CRM systems, or fundraising software required
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and within a team environment
• Professionalism, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality

Preferred Background

• Nonprofit development or fundraising experience
• Experience with donor management systems such as Raiser's Edge, Blackbaud, or similar CRM platforms
• Exposure to volunteer management, event planning, or donor stewardship
• Interest in community-based or mission-driven organizations

Ideal Candidate

Candidates should have prior nonprofit development experience, strong CRM/database management skills (particularly Raiser's Edge or Blackbaud), and a genuine interest in fundraising and donor relations. Local candidates with manageable commutes are strongly preferred.