Development Associate

Organization: Create CA

Job Title: Development Associate

Reports to: Associate Director of Development

Location: Pasadena, California, Hybrid (virtual and in-person)

Classification: Part-time (20 hours/week), Nonexempt

Position Summary

The Development Associate supports the Associate Director of Development with various fundraising, communication, and event activities. Duties will primarily include grant writing/copyediting, grant reporting, database management, fundraising communications, event planning support, and assigned prospect research.

Key Responsibilities

Development

• Assist the Associate Director of Development with drafting grant proposals and reports.
• Monitor and track grant and report deadlines via internal fundraising calendars and Neon CRM donor database.
• Administer and maintain the Neon CRM donor database, ensuring accurate data entry and activity logging.
• Draft thank you letters/tax acknowledgements to funders and donors.
• Perform preliminary prospective donor research.
• Assist in planning and executing giving campaigns and donor appeals.

Communications

• Draft donor communications, including but not limited to, Create CA’s monthly newsletter, social media pages, and video content.
• Collaborate with external communication teams and graphic design consultants to develop content.
• Email funders, donors, and prospects as necessary.

Fundraiser Event Planning

• Aid in the preparation of event-related logistics, including but not limited to event vendor coordination and support, invitations, location research, and general event support.
• Participate and attend fundraising events as needed by Create CA.

Qualifications

Required Experience/Skills

• Minimum associate degree, or in route to completion, in Nonprofit Management/Public Policy, Communications, Business, or other related fields, OR 1-3 years of professional or volunteer experience in a fundraising position, OR 1-3 years of professional experience working for a nonprofit organization.
• Strong research and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Google Suite.
• Clear attention to detail, especially with regard to managing calendars, responding to emails, and writing or copyediting grant applications and reports.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize a workload and multitask.
• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion regarding confidential information.

Preferred Experience/Skills

• Comfortable facilitating meetings and speaking to volunteer groups when needed.
• Technical skills and experience with a CRM or other databases.
• Familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, X, and Instagram.
• Familiarity with Canva and/or Adobe Acrobat
• A desire to be part of a small team that works closely together on big-picture education advocacy projects.
• Valid CA Driver’s License with access to reliable transportation.

Additional Information

• Occasional evening or weekend availability may be required.
• Travel within California for events and meetings may be required.
• The position is primarily remote with half a day in-person at our Pasadena office (Mondays) and additional in-person days as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Create CA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Create CA seeks diversity and does not discriminate based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria, and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the job.

Medical, dental and vision; 401(k) participation and 5% company match; sick, vacation, and holiday pay; professional development stipend.