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Development Associate
Food For Greater Elgin - Elgin, IL
$55,000 - $65,000 a year

Position Summary
The Development Associate plays a key role in supporting the fundraising and donor engagement efforts of Food for Greater Elgin. As part of a small development team, this position is responsible for managing donor data, assisting with event planning, and ensuring effective communication with donors and stakeholders. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and passionate about advancing the mission of a nonprofit organization.
Key Responsibilities
Database Management
Maintain and update donor records in the CRM system (Bloomerang)
Process donations and generate acknowledgment letters and receipts
Run reports and analyze donor data to support fundraising strategies
Ensure data integrity and confidentiality
Event Project Management & Support
Plan and execute fundraising events, donor receptions, and community outreach activities
Coordinate logistics including venue, invitations, and volunteer support
Track RSVPs and manage event-related communications
Support post-event follow-up and donor stewardship
Donor Communication & Stewardship
Assist with donor communications including appeals and thank-you notes
Help maintain donor engagement through personalized outreach and updates
Curate and schedule content for social media platforms
Work closely with communication/marketing team on campaigns
Administrative & Team Support
Provide general administrative support to the development team
Help prepare materials for board meetings and donor presentations

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, communications, or related field
A proactive self-starter who can adapt to changing needs and manage several projects concurrently while maintaining a high level of quality
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with donor databases (specifically Bloomerang) and Microsoft Office Suite
1–2 years of experience in fundraising, development, or nonprofit administration preferred
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Team player who can interact and communicate clearly
Passion for the mission of Food for Greater Elgin
Bilingual (Spanish) is a strong plus

Work Environment
Small, collaborative team environment
Flexible work arrangements may be available
Occasional evening or weekend work required for events

Additional Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
Commitment to FFGE's mission, values and community focus.
Enjoys working for a non-profit social services organization.