Development Associate

6 days ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Student Veterans of America Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Development Associate

Location: Remote

About the Organization

Student Veterans of America (SVA) is a 501(c)(3) higher education non-profit, headquartered in Washington, DC. With a mission focused on empowering student veterans, SVA is committed to providing an educational experience that goes beyond the classroom. Through a dedicated network of nearly 1,600 on-campus chapters, SVA aims to inspire veterans by connecting student veterans with a community of dedicated chapter leaders. Every day these passionate leaders work to provide the necessary resources, network support, and advocacy to ensure student veterans can effectively connect, expand their skills, and ultimately achieve their greatest potential. For more information, visit us at

Summary

SVA is hiring two Development Associates to help advance our mission by supporting a best-in-class fundraising program. These team members will play an essential role in donor stewardship, data integrity, proposal coordination, and partner engagement. The ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with a genuine passion for building relationships that create measurable impact.

Successful candidates take pride in maintaining accurate records, crafting thoughtful communications, and helping donors clearly see the difference their support makes.

Responsibilities

  • Support personalized stewardship, including drafting acknowledgments, coordinating impact reports, and tracking donor recognition across channels.
  • Assist with the preparation of proposals, reports, and other donor communications, ensuring all materials reflect SVA's mission and measurable impact.
  • Coordinate logistics for donor meetings, partner events, and engagements to enhance the donor experience.
  • Manage and maintain accurate donor and prospect information in Salesforce, ensuring data is current, organized, and actionable.
  • Manage calendars, deadlines, and shared development resources to ensure smooth team coordination and follow-up.
  • Conduct research on prospective funders and partners to inform outreach strategies and strengthen donor cultivation.
  • Contribute to the refinement of development systems and processes that enhance efficiency and donor satisfaction.
  • Foster a culture of gratitude, collaboration, and continuous learning within the development team.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in fundraising, philanthropy, donor relations, or corporate social responsibility.
  • Experience with Salesforce or other CRM systems strongly preferred.
  • Strong writing, organization, and communication skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Understanding of relationship-based fundraising principles and the donor lifecycle.
  • Commitment to SVA's mission and values; veterans and military family members are strongly encouraged to apply.

Work Environment and Benefits

This is a remote position, with occasional travel, allowing team members to contribute meaningfully from anywhere while supporting SVA's nationwide mission. Some evening or weekend support for events may be required.

SVA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus a 401(k) plan with employer match. Employees also enjoy the opportunity to grow professionally within a collaborative and mission-driven team.

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