Development Assistant

Background/ Anera Summary:

Since 1968, Anera has helped refugees and others hurt by conflicts in Palestine, Lebanon and Jordan live with purpose and hope.

Anera, which has no political or religious affiliation, works on the ground with partners in Palestine (West Bank and Gaza), Lebanon and Jordan. We mobilize resources for immediate emergency relief and for sustainable, long-term health, education, and economic development. Our staff serve in their communities, navigating the politics that constrict progress to get help where it’s needed most.

That’s how Anera received more than $171 million in support of programs in 2023 alone, and it’s how we will keep building better lives until hope finds its way in the Middle East.

Job Overview/Summary:

The Development Assistant plays a vital role in the Fundraising team, providing essential support to the department and ensuring the smooth execution of key donor management functions. Based in Anera’s Washington, DC office, this position is responsible for data entry, gift processing, donor acknowledgments, and reporting.

Key Working Relationships:

• Process incoming mail, including contributions and other correspondence, ensuring accurate recording and timely donor acknowledgment. Track donor designations in the CRM.
• Create and maintain accurate donor profiles within the donor database.
• Collaborate with the finance team to track and reconcile gift designations.
• Manage pass-through donations in coordination with field staff and the finance team.
• Conduct due diligence on individuals and organizations using OFAC and SAM databases to ensure compliance with U.S. regulations.
• Generate and manage department invoices and payment requests.
• Monitor the main Anera email and support answering the main phoneline alongside other colleagues.
• Maintain and oversee processes for stock and wire transfers.
• Support the Deputy Director of Annual and Planned Giving in executing estate plans of donors who have arranged bequests gifts or after-life plans.
• Coordinate with the finance team to ensure compliance with state registration requirements.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for the annual dinner, coordinating closely with the Development Manager, Events Manager, and Deputy Director of Annual and Planned Giving to ensure seamless execution.
• Support additional projects as assigned by the Senior Director of Philanthropy.

Qualifications

• • High school diploma or vocation training or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 1-2 years of relevant experience
  • Experience with nonprofits preferred
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple competing priorities
  • Proficient with Google workspace
  • Experience with EveryAction or related Electronic Customer Relationship Management (eCRM) software or database, preferred
  • Ability to be physically in Anera’s Washington DC office 3 days per week
  • Preferred Associates Degree

Our values:

We are inspired: We are committed to energize, engage, and motivate others to forge the best outcomes for the diverse communities we serve.

We are people-centric: We are respectful and empathetic. We believe that each person, no matter their circumstances, embodies promise and has the power to shape the lives of their community and world.

We are collaborative: Teamwork and collaborative action are at the heart of how we do our work and deliver results.

We are versatile: In a region burdened by obstacles, we make the right connections to find a way and bring can-do, innovative approaches to everything we do.

We are impactful: We make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve by delivering impactful solutions at the local community level.

We are accountable: Our words, actions and results stay true to our mission and values.