Development Associate at KMA Human Resources Consulting

Augusta, Maine, United States

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$55,000 – $75,000Compensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Nonprofit, EducationIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, advanced coursework in humanities, education, or nonprofit management a plus
3–5 years of experience in nonprofit administration, advancement and development, or program coordination
Experience supporting executive-level staff, preferably in a nonprofit or cultural/educational organization
Proficiency with Google Suite, experience with donor CRMs preferred
Proficiency with prospect research platforms
Strong writing, editing, and communications skills
Ability to balance multiple priorities and work collaboratively across a small team
Ability to attend monthly team meetings at the MMSA offices in Augusta and travel occasionally, including rare overnights, to other locations in Maine (expenses paid)

Responsibilities

Create and implement a donor stewardship plan to retain donors
Donor and prospect research, tracking, and database entry
Creation of donor correspondence, proposals, and stewardship materials
Coordinate logistics for fundraising events and donor meetings
Track gifts, prepare acknowledgment letters, and ensure timely donor recognition
Help build and maintain donor pipelines and reports for leadership and Board
Manage the Executive Director’s calendar, travel, scheduling, and correspondence
Prepare agendas, minutes, and materials for Board and committee meetings
Draft and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations
Manage and maintain MMSA’s donor database
Work with the marketing team to create advancement-related materials and content
Coordinate community-facing programs, donor tours, and engagement activities

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Google SuiteDonor CRMProspect ResearchWritingEditingCommunicationsDonor StewardshipDatabase EntryEvent CoordinationFundraising

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Development Associate position?

The salary range is $55-$75K, depending on experience.

What is the work arrangement and location for this role?

The position is hybrid in Augusta, Maine, requires attending monthly team meetings at the MMSA offices in Augusta, and includes occasional in-state travel with rare overnights (expenses paid).

What skills and experience are required for the Development Associate role?

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree (advanced coursework in humanities, education, or nonprofit management a plus), 3–5 years in nonprofit administration, advancement, or program coordination, experience supporting executive staff, proficiency with Google Suite and prospect research platforms, and strong writing, editing, and communications skills.

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits include a 401k with 10% match, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, 4 weeks’ earned paid leave, 14 paid holidays, paid sick time, and a flexible hybrid schedule.

What makes a strong candidate for the Development Associate role?

Strong candidates have 3–5 years of nonprofit administration or development experience, executive support background in nonprofits or education, proficiency in Google Suite and prospect research, and excellent writing and multitasking skills to collaborate in a small team.

KMA Human Resources Consulting

HR consulting and talent management services

About KMA Human Resources Consulting

KMA Human Resources Consulting offers professional HR consulting, recruiting, and compensation services, specializing in compliance, employee development, and talent management for businesses in New England. Their experienced team provides sound HR advice in employee relations, engagement, performance, and workforce training with a customized approach to fit clients' requirements and budget.

251 US-1, Falmouth, ME 04105, USAHeadquarters

2007Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

ConsultingIndustries

51-200Employees