Development Associate

New York, NY

Full Time

Entry Level

The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that seeks to improve the systems of democracy and justice in the United States. We work to hold our political institutions and laws accountable to the twin American ideals of democracy and equal justice for all. The Brennan Center’s work ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from ending mass incarceration to preserving Constitutional protections in national security policies. Part think-tank, part advocacy group, part cutting edge communications hub, we start with rigorous research. We craft innovative policies. And we fight for them – in Congress and the states, in the courts, and in the court of public opinion.

The Development team is responsible for raising revenues needed for the Brennan Center to operate and remain sustainable into the future. The Brennan Center entirely relies on donations; it receives no funding from NYU or the government.

Position Overview 
We seek a strong Development Associate to join our Development team. The Development Associate will serve as a vital member of the Development department to help advance the Brennan Center’s mission. This motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented individual will support the Direct Response and Donor Services team, which is responsible for raising funds from small and mid-level donors – a $9-12M annual portfolio consisting of tens of thousands of individual donors who give under $15K. Strategies include direct mail, planned giving, sustained giving, employee match giving, and pipeline movement. The team of five also is responsible for overall fundraising administration for the full Development team of 18, which also consists of a Major Gifts team and an Institutional Giving team.

In this highly collaborative role, the Associate will help ensure gift records are entered and updated; coordinate direct mail tasks; handle donor inquiries; conduct donor and prospect research; edit donor correspondence and other written materials; support donor events; and perform other supportive, coordinating duties as needed that contribute to the success of the entire department.

The Associate will report directly to the Senior Director, Direct Response and Donor Services.
Note: This position is based at our headquarters in New York City. 

Responsibilities 

Track and coordinate Direct Mail campaigns to ensure timely delivery of materials, as well as coordinate outreach to programs teams to ensure up-to-date descriptions of the Brennan Center’s work

Handle phone, mail, and email inquiries and provide customer service to the Brennan Center’s donors

Help with mid-level donor projects and tasks such as preparing and producing both live and virtual donor events and briefings, and organizing, editing, and distributing communications/outreach materials

Help generate mailing lists, event invitation lists, surveys, and fundraising reports and analyses for strategic planning and future fundraising activities

Support gift entry activities and tasks, including coding donations, issuing acknowledgment materials, and maintaining accurate donor records in our database

Coordinate updates to mailing permits, solicitation registrations, and charity accreditations

Track acknowledgment material inventories with our gift processing vendor and direct mail consultant, as well as internal donor materials

Conduct donor and prospect research, including helping to implement a systematic individual donor research program for the department

Use Salesforce to manage logistics for large outreach campaigns, create and update contact lists, and ensure integrity of donor and prospect information

Assist with invoice processing for direct mail vendors

Help coordinate meetings with donors and internal staff as needed

Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum 1-2 years of work experience, preferably at a mission-driven organization; fundraising, marketing, or customer service experience is a plus

Highly organized with outstanding attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Proficiency with office systems and databases, including but not limited to:
- CRM proficiency (experience with programs such as Salesforce or Raisers Edge preferred)
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Project management tools (Asana)
Ability to multi-task, track “next steps,” and thrive in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment

Maturity to work effectively with staff and leadership at all levels

Sound judgment and discretion to maintain privacy and confidentiality

Energetic team player who responds productively to direction and feedback and seeks opportunities for growth and learning

Proactive and self-starting – able to work independently, problem solve, and issue spot

Interest in a fundraising/direct marketing career

Enthusiasm for and commitment to the Brennan Center’s mission and our organizational core values

We are committed to considering a wide range of candidates, including those with diverse experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to the nonprofit law and policy sector, returning to work after a gap in employment, looking to make a career transition, or seeking to advance your professional path, we welcome your application. 
If you're uncertain about meeting 100% of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. Therefore, please consider submitting your application. In your cover letter, please share your interest in the position and what you hope to contribute to the role. 

Application Instructions 
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage interested applicants to apply early, as the position will be filled once a qualified candidate is found. 

To apply, visit >>LINK HERE<<.  Please upload the following documents: (1) a cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) contact information for three supervisor references. Applications without all the previously listed materials will not be considered.

Please, no phone calls or faxes; it is strongly preferred that you apply on our website. If you have difficulty with the online system, you may send your application by e-mail to: [email protected] with “Development Associate” in the subject line, after registering in the online system. 

Compensation and Benefits: 
The Brennan Center is a fantastic workplace! We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that is regularly assessed based on workplace trends and employee feedback.

The salary range assigned to this position is $65,000-$70,000. We determine our salary ranges based on market competitiveness and internal equity for each job. The salary offered to a selected candidate will be contingent upon the candidate’s qualifications and internal equity considerations. Additionally, we offer a generous time off program, 401k plan, comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), and wellness and office perks.  

In addition, this position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the National Organization of Legal Services Workers, UAW local 2320.  

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