Part-time Development Assistant

Background:

Potomac Riverkeeper Network (PRKN) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the public’s right to clean water in our rivers and streams. We stop pollution to promote safe drinking water, protect healthy river habitats, and enhance public use and enjoyment. For more information, visit our website at www.potomacriverkeepernetwork.org.

PRKN seeks a qualified candidate to join the Development Team as a Development Assistant for up to 20 hours a week. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves the outdoors, is passionate about protecting clean water, has Salesforce experience, and is interested in a career in fundraising. The starting salary range for this position is $23 an hour for up to 20 hours a week, not to exceed $20,000 annually. This position does not include employer-sponsored health insurance or paid time off. Within a year, depending on fundraising results and organizational priorities, this position could become a salaried, full-time position with benefits.

PRKN headquarters is in Washington, D.C., in the beautiful neighborhood of Georgetown. The Development staff currently works in the office one day a week and remotely the rest of the work week. We will consider both remote and hybrid arrangements for this position, depending on the applicant’s qualifications and situation. The Development Assistant will report to the Vice President of Development.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Gift Processing and Data Entry
  • Execute a variety of data and donation administration processes
  • Open and record mail (this task will not apply to an employee working 100% remotely)
  • Input donations accurately into Salesforce CRM
  • Assure integrity of database records, deleting duplicate records, appropriate coding, etc.
  • Prepare segmented lists for print mailings and social media communications
• Membership Support
  • Draft acknowledgement emails and letters for VP and President’s signature
  • Mail letters if working in the office
  • Ensure timely adherence to gift acknowledgement procedures.
• Create and Run Reports in Salesforce at the request of the Vice President to assist in the cultivation and acquisition of new donors, and the stewardship of existing donors.
• File Organization/Digital File Management: Assist in organizing and maintaining files on the organization’s Google drive and in Salesforce
• Event Coordination - assist with logistics and planning for fundraising events, including an annual Benefit Gala.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Did you know that research shows that women and underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of qualifications? Please know that no one ever meets 100% of the listed job qualifications. You may have skills that aren’t among the listed qualifications. And there is often flexibility in entry-level positions. This might be the right role for you if you have:

• Experience working in fundraising or sales
• Demonstrated skills with Salesforce donor management software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to create data graphs to answer questions and identify opportunities for fundraising
• Dependability, flexibility, and ability to self-start are essential qualities.
• Willingness and ability to take initiative, accept assignments and independently figure out steps necessary for completion
• A cheerful disposition and “can do” attitude
• Demonstrable computer skills, especially including: Salesforce, Gmail, Google sheets, PowerPoint, and Canva

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to apply@prknetwork.org, with the subject line “LAST NAME – Development Assistant Position”. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Potomac Riverkeeper Network welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and with a variety of skills, experiences, and ideas. We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color or any other protected class.