Development Operations Assistant

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Development Operations Assistant based in the United States.

This part-time role supports fundraising and development operations through accurate data management, donor communications, reporting, and administrative coordination. You will help maintain reliable fundraising systems and ensure development activities are organized, timely, and aligned with broader strategic priorities. The position combines data-focused work with communication, project coordination, and cross-functional collaboration. You will work closely with development, church planting, global leadership, communications, events, and finance teams. Your contributions will help strengthen donor engagement through thoughtful communications, timely acknowledgements, and relevant storytelling. The role is well suited to an organized, mission-driven professional who values accuracy, collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. This is a remote, part-time opportunity of approximately 15 hours per week, with preference for candidates in the Central Time Zone.

Accountabilities: Maintain accurate and up-to-date development records and donor data, including reviewing information, identifying trends, and supporting development strategy.

Manage fundraising data in Salesforce and prepare quarterly and ad hoc reports to support fundraising activities and decision-making.

Ensure donor gift acknowledgements and other donor communications are prepared and delivered accurately and on time.

Partner with church planting and global leadership teams to gather prayer requests, stories, and updates that can strengthen donor communications and ongoing engagement.

Coordinate fundraising communications and related marketing activities, tracking results and helping evaluate their effectiveness.

Review and approve mailing lists to ensure donor communications are distributed to accurate and appropriate audiences.

Assist with grant proposals, grant reports, donor communications, and other development materials.

Coordinate with Events, Communications, Finance, and other teams to ensure development initiatives are aligned, accurate, and delivered on schedule.

Support day-to-day development operations by coordinating projects, documenting meeting minutes and decisions, tracking follow-ups, and completing administrative tasks as assigned.

Follow applicable data, financial, communications, information security, and organizational policies in all development activities.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in administrative, development, fundraising, operations, communications, or a related support function.

Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and manage multiple priorities.

Experience working with databases, fundraising systems, CRM platforms, or similar data management tools; Salesforce experience is valuable.

Ability to analyze data and prepare clear, accurate reports to support operational and strategic decisions.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create professional donor-facing communications and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Ability to coordinate cross-functional projects, track deadlines, document decisions, and ensure timely follow-through.

Professional, collaborative, humble, and growth-oriented approach with a commitment to high standards of excellence.

Strong integrity and discretion when handling donor information, financial information, and other sensitive data.

Alignment with the organization's gospel-centered mission and willingness to abide by its Statement of Faith, policies, and religious beliefs.

Understanding of cross-cultural ministry and the ability to work collaboratively within a mission-driven environment.

Availability for occasional overnight travel.

Ability to work remotely and effectively during a part-time schedule of approximately 15 hours per week, with preference for candidates in the Central Time Zone.

Willingness to use required organizational data, financial, communication, and security systems and to comply with applicable staff policies.

Benefits

Part-time, hourly position of approximately 15 hours per week.

Remote work arrangement, with preference for candidates located in the Central Time Zone.

Hourly compensation of $23–$28 per hour , depending on experience.

Opportunity to contribute to fundraising operations supporting a mission-driven, international organization.

Collaborative environment with exposure to development, communications, finance, events, church planting, and global leadership functions.

Opportunities to contribute to donor engagement, fundraising communications, grant support, and operational improvements.

Occasional overnight travel as required by the role.

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