NYC -SRD-Development Assistant
MDRC is seeking an entry-level Development Assistant to work in the Office of Development and External Affairs, which supports and strengthens the organization by identifying and securing project, infrastructure, and unrestricted funding and by supporting the development of programs and new project ideas across MDRC’s five policy areas.
MDRC is seeking candidates interested in nonprofit development and public policy research. The
Development Assistant will have the unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging
environment as part of the organization’s development and external affairs team, focused on
building foundation relationships and on social policy issues that affect low-income individuals and
families.
Responsibilities:
The position provides the successful candidate an opportunity to focus on a range of development
activities, including:
• Work closely with the Director of Program Development, the Senior Program Development
Associate, and the Grants Manager, supporting activities with MDRC project staff and external
funders, such as doing background research on foundations, generating and reviewing funder
acknowledgement letters, and gathering and organizing funder data, among other tasks
• Create foundation profiles by researching foundation programs, grants, staffing, news
updates, and financials
• Research and identify prospective funders for new and existing MDRC projects
• Assist with the management of the grants database and maintenance of the development files
and systems
• Coordinate and assist with the production of proposals, which may include reviewing and
tracking guidelines and deadlines, copy editing, compiling data, and working closely with project
staff for online submissions
• Manage compliance reporting to funders, including tracking requirements and deadlines,
working with fiscal and project staff on grant report submissions, and filling out reporting forms
and grant portals
• Support project incubation and launch, such as coordination and background research for new projects
• Provide additional support for the core operations of the Office of Development
Qualifications:
Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree, a demonstrated interest in education and/or social
policy issues and nonprofit development, and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with
others. Desired knowledge and skills include a basic understanding of nonprofit development and
fundraising, excellent attention to detail and organization, ability to multitask, demonstrated
emotional intelligence, strong interpersonal skills, strong writing skills, and strong computing
skills. Discretion, good judgment, and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately and with tact is also critical. Candidates also should be comfortable working in a team-oriented and fast-paced environment.
This is a bachelor’s degree-level position. Education credentials higher than the requirements
listed will not be considered.
The position is based in MDRC’s NYC office. Some on-the-job training is provided. Salary and level
will be commensurate with experience. Comprehensive fringe benefits offered.
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NOTE: Candidates are eligible to interview for this position at Skidmore Recruitment Day in New York City, on March 22, 2019. This event is for Skidmore Seniors.