Development Associate

About Airlink

Airlink is a Washington, DC-based nonprofit humanitarian logistics organization that connects airlines with vetted nonprofits to deliver disaster responders and supplies to communities in crisis worldwide.

Airlink and its airline partners have transported nearly 14,000 passengers and 6,700 tons of cargo in support of a broad range of humanitarian initiatives that have provided aid to more than 64 million people. Airlink has saved our NGO partners more than $43,000,000 in transport costs.

2025 marks the organization's 15th anniversary and has been a year of growth and transition, including new leadership under President & CEO, Paloma Adams-Allen. We are continuing to build our fundraising capacity and are seeking a Development Associate to support the team.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Associate Director of Individual Giving & Digital Strategy, the Development Associate will be vital to the team's success, working cross-departmentally to support internal development operations and CRM maintenance. The Development Associate will also engage externally, managing volunteer programs, supporting donor relations, and organizing fundraising events.

The ideal candidate will have keen attention to detail and passion for data management, be able to pivot seamlessly between priorities, and excel in a fast-paced environment. Due to Airlink's unique mission to support disaster responses, there will be an occasional need to work extended hours on weekends with limited advance notice.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Utilize Salesforce to maintain accurate donor records, support creation and implementation of Salesforce and other platform processes.
• Work closely with Finance and Operations on budget adherence, financial management, and gift planning.
• Prepare and manage donor thank you letters, invoices, pledge reminders, and payments.
• Help coordinate donor meetings and prepare solicitation packets and presentations.
• Assist with Development Committee management, including maintaining accurate committee data, scheduling meetings, and preparing meeting materials and monthly reports.
• Support the Ambassador volunteer program, including maintaining participant data, preparing and sending quarterly updates, and onboarding/offboarding volunteers.
• Help manage external vendors and third-party contracts.
• Ensure compliance with related privacy policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required to help the Development Team meet its annual goals.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or A High School Diploma with 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Exceptional time management and project management skills.
• Salesforce mastery or similar CRM Certification or proficiency.
• Preferred knowledge of fundraising/development principles.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite or another comparable tool.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage a fast-paced environment.
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States is required.

Location

Airlink is headquartered in downtown Washington, D.C. and currently operates a hybrid work schedule with the team in-office three days a week. Given the collaborative nature of this position, we are only considering candidates in or willing to relocate to the Washington, D.C. area.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $70,000. Additionally, Airlink provides a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:

• 75% company-paid health benefits, including dental and vision, for employees.
• Competitive 401(k) matching policy.
• Company-paid life, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans.
• Three weeks of paid vacation, two weeks of paid sick leave, and paid parental leave.
• EAP Program.

EEO Statement

Airlink is an equal opportunity employer. The organization provides equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or make-up, or any other protected category enumerated by applicable local ordinance, state law, or federal law.