The Carroll Center for the Blind · 7 hours ago
DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE
Newton, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$56K/yr - $61K/yrThe Carroll Center for the Blind is dedicated to helping blind or visually impaired individuals gain essential skills for active living. They are seeking a Development Associate to support fundraising and engagement efforts through event coordination, donor support, and accurate gift processing, contributing directly to the success of their mission.
AssociationCharityHealth CareMedicalNon ProfitPublic RelationsRehabilitation
Responsibilities
Help plan, support, and execute engaging fundraising and community events, including the Walk for Independence, Alumni and Family programs, and donor stewardship events
Coordinate event logistics such as registrations, vendors, volunteers, communications, and day-of support
Create and manage event registration forms, track attendance and payments, and assist with post-event reporting
Process donations accurately and confidentially, ensuring donor data is complete and up to date
Support donor acknowledgement efforts, so supporters receive timely, thoughtful, and personalized communications
Partner closely with Development and Marketing teammates on invitations, outreach, and campaign support
Provide general support for day-to-day development operations and special projects
Qualification
Required
Authentic passion for the Carroll Center for the Blind's mission
Excellent organizational and detail-oriented skills are required, coupled with an established track record of meeting deadlines in a professional, fast-paced environment
Strong writing, research, interpersonal, and communication skills required
Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team are essential
Possess a clear understanding, comfort, and proficiency with using Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Sheets, and Google Docs required
Preferred
Raiser's Edge experience is a plus
Benefits
Health and dental coverage
Vision
Flexible Spending Account
3 weeks accrued vacation
Personal day
Sick days
12 holidays
Retirement program (403b) with up to a 4% employer match
Company
The Carroll Center for the Blind
The Carroll Center for the Blind is a non-profit agency helping individuals who are blind or visually-impaired gain the skills they need to be confident, active, independent individuals.
Founded in 1936
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Greg Donnelly
President and CEO
Edward Moller
Chief Financial Officer
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