Development & Communications Assistant

NonManager

Albany, NY, US

Salary Range: $22.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Are you Ready to Launch Your Career?

Join us in our mission as the Development & Communications Assistant at Catholic Charities of Executive Office & Support Services.

Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do.

At Catholic Charities hiring decisions are personal. So personal, in fact, that every application is screened by a member of the HR team or a trained hiring manger!

As the Development & Communications Assistant , you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:

• Process and accurately enter donations into the development database, ensuring gifts and donor information are recorded in a timely manner.

• Prepare and mail donor acknowledgment and thank-you letters, ensuring donors receive prompt and accurate recognition of their support.

• Assist with maintaining accurate and up-to-date donor records and database information, including data entry and updates.

• Assist with donor stewardship activities, including donor correspondence, follow-up, invitations, and other communications.

• Assist with database reporting, including preparing donor lists, reports, and other information needed by the Development team.

• Assist with the development, proofreading, editing, and preparation of communications and marketing materials, including newsletters, appeals, publications, and correspondence.

• Assist with social media and digital communications in support of fundraising campaigns, events, and organizational initiatives.

Development & Communications Assistant Minimum Salary: $ 22.00/hour

Development & Communications Assistant Maximum Salary: $25.00/hour

Development & Communications Coordinator Schedule: Monday - Friday 8AM - 4PM (35 hours/week)

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Marketing or a related field

• 1-3 years of relevant experience

• Valid driver’s license, proof of current car insurance and registration and access to a reliable, working vehicle

We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:

• For benefit-eligible positions:

• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

• Retirement planning options

• Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)

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• A collaborative work environment

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)

• Exciting referral bonuses

• Ongoing training and development

• Recognition and Awards

• Career Growth

• A collaborative team culture

Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act)