Assistant, Development for ZERO Prostate Cancer (remote position)

Allison Hagenbuch

Assistant, Development

Part-time ∙ Hourly ∙ Remote

Looking for a rewarding career to make meaningful change? For more than 25 years, ZERO Prostate Cancer has been a powerful force fighting for a cure and providing critical support to patients and families. As the leading national nonprofit with the mission to end prostate cancer, ZERO advances research, improves the lives of all who are impacted by the disease, and inspires action. ZERO holds the record for the most times recognized among the Best Nonprofits to Work For by the NonProfit Times (nine out of the last ten), it is clear we make supporting our team and community a top priority. Our commitment to providing an award-winning culture that fosters growth, camaraderie, and diversity is unwavering. ZERO’s high responsibility and high freedom philosophy helps team members excel professionally and thrive personally while making a life-saving difference for those impacted by this devastating disease. Working at ZERO means more than a job, it means being part of an incredible community of people that inspires each other every day.

ZERO is seeking an Assistant to join the Development Team. The ideal candidate is a motivated, highly organized, adaptable team player with an interest in nonprofit development operations. This position requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced work flow. The chosen candidate will have a positive attitude, passion, and excitement for building relationships and furthering ZERO’s fundraising efforts.

ZERO strives to empower our team through three key values which are being humble, hungry, and smart. Our team members demonstrate they are humble by working together and defining success collectively. They are hungry to advance our mission, while going above and beyond. In addition, they are emotionally smart by understanding how their actions impact others.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage data in ZERO’s Raiser’s Edge NXT database.
• Maintain data entry of gifts and process all acknowledgements.
• Manage quality control and accuracy of constituent records.
• Extract and manage data for solicitations and reporting.
• Process campaign and donor-related mailings.
• Assist with donor stewardship via phone, email, and hand-written notes.
• Assist with administrative and project-related tasks as needed.

Desired Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Professional demeanor and strong time management skills.
• Strong computer skills and a quick learner of new technology.
• Strong interpersonal skills and judgment.
• Exemplifies ZERO’s culture of humble, hungry, and smart.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across teams/departments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Prior data entry and administrative experience.
• Prior customer service experience (telephone, email, letters).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fundraising and donor relations experience is a plus.
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge or other fundraising/CRM software is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Constant use of a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as computer printer, calculator, and copier.
• Prolonged periods of a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
• The ability to recognize details at close range for extended periods of time.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

This role will report directly to the Database Manager to support ZERO’s mission to end prostate cancer. The Assistant, Development is a part-time role working 20 hours per week. While the schedule can be flexible, this role is required to work a minimum of three days per week with hours worked during normal business hours (9am-5pm ET).

ZERO Prostate Cancer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees. We encourage BIPOC, Veterans, individuals with Disabilities, and those affected by prostate cancer to apply. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to LaTondria Carter, Director, Human Resources at 202-935-5938 or latondria@zerocancer.org.

For further consideration, email your resume, cover letter, and hourly rate expectation to hr@zerocancer.org with “Assistant, Development” as the subject line. To learn more about ZERO Prostate Cancer, visit zerocancer.org.