Job Description

This is an opportunity to join a strong Chapter team and work closely with the development team, local leadership, regional teams, and an outstanding group of volunteers to increase the reach and impact of the Chapter. This position is based out of the Cincinnati office with the option for some remote work weekly.

The Development Assistant helps to organize, coordinate, implement, and expand a variety of the Chapter’s development activities that build and strengthen links to potential and existing volunteers and donors and that grow the Chapter’s revenue through corporate, individual, volunteer, and other community involvement. This position also supports chapter fundraising events, as well as marketing and communications efforts, including social media, website, and email marketing as needed.  

RESPONSIBILITIES •    Supports and maintains the vision, mission, priorities, and guiding principles of JDRF. Understands the strategic direction and purpose of the organization and supports the Chapter’s fundraising strategies and business needs. •    Provide general administrative support to Executive Director and other chapter staff as needed •    Assists in the functioning of the Chapter’s daily operations, projects, and tasks. •    Oversees diverse administrative duties for the Chapter including providing administrative support for fundraising activities, which includes managing fundraising events and donor prospects, supporting solicitations, tracking and acknowledging donations, and preparing information needed for meetings. •    Ensures timely and accurate daily usage of CRM to document activities with donors and volunteers.  •    Assists with volunteer recruitment, assignment, and management as needed. •    Provides support for event social media, websites and marketing email system as needed.  •    Assists Chapter leadership in preparation of board meetings and board correspondence. •    Certifies accurate recording of information in database, file system, and/or records. Creates, updates, and revises as needed.   •    Manage chapter Outlook calendar and inbox and maintain supply inventory for office and chapter events. •    Ensures personal accountability for meeting deadlines and responding to volunteers and other department requests. •    Keeps steady communication between team members and committee leaders.  •    Maintains a good understanding of JDRF’s mission and research cure therapeutics. •    Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

•    2 years of work experience (administrative or relevant business/volunteer) preferred  •    Fundraising and event experience preferred  •    Must be a self-starter while also being collaborative and an amazing team player •    Proficiency Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint) and office equipment  •    Familiarity with databases (Salesforce, Convio and Greater Giving) preferred. •    Knowledge of administrative procedures, such as coordination of people and resources, planning, and resource allocation, as well as ability to develop presentations, reports, and business correspondence, manage files and records, and coordinate other office procedures.  •    Ability to interface with all levels of staff and volunteers and demonstrate an ‘all hands-on deck’ demeanor. •    Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Active listening, analytical, and problem-solving skills. •    Effectively multi-task, establish priorities, and work in a fast-paced environment. Highly efficient in time management and can meet deadlines under pressure. Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills. •    College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.  •    Ability to travel within Chapter footprint. Occasional evening and weekend work required as needed.

Additional Information

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. 

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

To protect the health and safety of our employees, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and have a COVID-19 booster shot regardless of location or position. This includes those with remote status. Requests for medical, religious, and other exemptions will be considered on an individual basis. JDRF will comply with all federal, state, and local laws.

JDRF supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. JDRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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