Development Associate

Freedom House supports the spread of freedom and democracy throughout the world through research, effective advocacy, and programs directly supporting frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we are supporting the right of every individual to be free.

Position Summary

The Development Associate will assist the Development Office to implement strategies for securing and sustaining financial support from a portfolio of foundation grants, and individual and corporate donors on behalf of Freedom House. The position manages the day-to-day responsibilities of fundraising and reports to the Vice President.

Some duties and responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor database
• Assist in sending communication and tracking a caseload of active donor activities
• Work in a collegial manner with all staff and donors
• Plan and coordinate special projects and donor events such as recognition gatherings, trips, luncheons, special dinners, conferences, and one-on-one donor meetings
• Research and identify major gift prospects, foundation prospects and individual donors; create and maintain prospect files
• Maintain donor records, create queries and reports, and mange donor acknowledgment process
• Manage administrative tracking of proposals, renewal, individual donor and development programs.

We offer great benefits including

• 100% employer-paid dental Insurance
• 100% employer-paid health insurance; or generously subsidized depending on plan and coverage
• 100% employer paid life insurance and Accidental death
• 100% employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
• 403(b) Retirement plan with generous matching funds with 2 year 100% vesting schedule
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursable expenses
• Transportation pre-tax payroll deduction for metro, and garage parking in DC
• Generous paid vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement for graduate studies
• And much more……

Qualifications

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Minimum

• Associate’s degree in related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of six months related experience or combination of education, training and experience
• Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Strong interest in development and fundraising
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, and persuasive written and oral communication skills
• Commitment to assisting the department in attaining its fundraising goals and objectives
• Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times
• Proficiency with MS Office; and ability to learn a donor database such as “Salsa”
• Outstanding organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to maintain composure, flexibility, and a sense of humor under tight deadlines.

Contact Details

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Contact:

Shannon Crowe

Email:

recruiting@freedomhouse.org

Application Instructions

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Qualified and Interested applicants

We invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary history (only candidates who send salary requirements will be considered for the position) as well as desired salary to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR Dept., referencing Development Associate (2011-083) Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. Only candidates authorized to work in the U.S. need apply.

EOE M/F/D/V