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Development Assistant (Special Events)

Job description

 

Harris Hill seek a Development Assistant ASAP for 8 weeks to cover an interim recruitment period of 8 weeks.

 

Key Responsibilities

Donor Stewardship & Development:

  • Assist with managing relationships with key stakeholders, including Board Directors, Leadership Council, and major donors.
  • Help grow the Next Gen cohort (donors giving £2,000-£3,000 annually), creating engaging experiences to foster long term support.
  • Contribute to marketing materials, donor reports, and online content to effectively communicate our impact.
  • Proactively engage with donors through personalized interactions to enhance retention.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for diverse supporters, delivering an exceptional experience.

Event Coordination:

  • Assist in planning and executing flagship fundraising events such as the Annual Gala Dinner and Summer Drinks.
  • Organise outreach and cultivation events like salon dinners and webinars to expand engagement.
  • Collaborate on the design and delivery of our major online campaigns.

Information Management:

  • Maintain accurate donor records in CRM database (Salesforce) and use data to improve engagement and retention.
  • Support the finance team with donation and expense reporting.
  • Ensure all data processing complies with GDPR regulations.

Finance and Operations:

  • Provide logistical support for office operations and meetings.
  • Assist with administrative duties, including record keeping and office supply management.

To be successful, you must have experience:

  • Ideally work experience in philanthropy or the nonprofit sector.
  • Experience in event coordination is a plus.
  • Exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a willingness to learn new technologies (Salesforce experience a bonus).
  • Highly organised with excellent time management skills.

  Salary: £26,000- £28,000 per annum

  Contract type:  8 weeks

Location-  London, hybrid working 1 day in the office