Development Associate - Seasonal ($16.00 - $21.00) - Food Bank of Eastern Michigan

The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan serves as a common solicitor, storehouse and distributor of food on behalf of its Partner Agencies which are non-profit, charitable organizations serving those in need.

Today the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan provides over 40 million pounds of food each year to those in need through more than 700 partner agencies. Partner Agencies consist of local soup kitchens, shelters, and food pantries who strive to feed the more than 300,000 people in eastern Michigan who are food insecure. The excellent relationships established within the Food Bank’s 22 county service area and throughout the state has allowed for numerous programs and initiatives to help fight hunger.

This is a seasonal clerical position that ends after the holiday season (12/31/2024). The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:00am until 4:30pm. Flexible arrangements can be considered based on qualifications and needs of the individual and the organization are mutually beneficial.

JOB SUMMARY

The Development Associate will interact with other members of the development and finance team with a focus on performing clerical duties connected to the responsibilities of the department. This position will ensure superior customer service to all internal team members and other stakeholders of the organization. All activities will support the organization’s mission, culture, and strategic plan objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Create and maintain a positive work environment in alignment with the Company core values.
• Prepare, record, and process donations into donor tracking system.
• Assist with maintaining accurate and current records and logistics for food drives, third party events, and community engagement activities in the appropriate databases and department files.
• Promote virtual food drives and provide technical support to community groups and organizations to maximize the available crowdfunding pages as a source of viable revenue.
• Promote and provide technical support to individuals to maximize the available peer-to-peer fundraising pages as a source of viable revenue.
• Ensure timely recognition is provided to all donors, volunteers, and community groups engaged in development activities.
• Support the Development Department in the planning and execution of all fundraising and organizational events as outlined in the development plan.
• Support the Director of Development by working with other departments (marketing and communications, operations, programs, finance, etc.) to collect accurate data.
• Support the Director of Development by conducting prospect research.
• Support marketing objectives with updates to website, e-mail blasts, and social networking as assigned
• Support Donor Relations Coordinator with overflow of tasks, i.e; robust mailings and data entry.
• Assist in the preparation of regular reports on progress, budgets, receipts, and expenditures as assigned. • Know and adhere to organizational policies and procedures, and work as an integral member of the development team. • Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous work experience with data entry preferred
EXPERIENCE
• Experience with Microsoft Office, donor databases and desktop publishing software.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
• High level of organization skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must maintain confidentiality.
• Must be innovative, positive, and enthusiastic.
• Must have sense of mission and be dedicated to hunger-relief.
• Detail oriented.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in an office environment for day-to-day operations, with desk work and computer usage to organize and execute development activities. Some activities may be more physical in nature such as, event set-up requiring standing for long periods, walking, bending, and stooping. Work hours in development can vary in relation to events, food drives, dinners and outside activities throughout the community and will involve evenings and weekends.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.