The Development Assistant strives to fulfil the mission of Operation Nightwatch with an emphasis on fairness, honesty, dignity and respect. This is achieved by assisting the Development Department with Special Events, Fundraising, Communication and Social Media. This is a position at a mission focused nonprofit organization that cares for our unsheltered neighbors with food, shelter, housing and hope.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Event Coordination

• • Provide a high level of support for special events and projects in consultation with the Director of Development.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and venues.
  • Assist with procurement of items for events.
  • Collaborate with Volunteer Coordinator to ensure the success of volunteers at various events.
  • Plan for and intervene in any scenarios that could impact the integrity of the event.
  • Attend events to support and take photos for social media, newsletters, etc.
  • Participate in calls with outside consultants, at the direction of the Development Director, especially around the Annual Fall Fundraiser and as otherwise assigned.

Development

• • Design, create, and update marketing collateral/PDFs using Canva and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Create posts, maintain Communications Calendar and provide Social Media and website support in direct collaboration with other staff.
  • Assist with daily development administrative tasks including data entry, donation processing, proofreading, and preparing documents as directed.
  • Assist with fundraising campaigns throughout the year.
  • Grant research and editing proposals, as requested.
  • Under the direction of the Development Director – grant management for identified grant opportunities.
  • Assist with producing and layout of the monthly newsletter.
  • Conduct research as needed to support the Development Team.