Overview
Development Assistant (Special Events), HARRIS HILL Jobs in London, England, United Kingdom at Guardian Jobs
Title: Development Assistant (Special Events), HARRIS HILL
Company: Guardian Jobs
Location: London, England, United Kingdom
HARRIS HILL
Harris Hill seek a Development Assistant ASAP for 8 weeks to cover an interim recruitment period of 8 weeks.
Key Responsibilities
Donor Stewardship & Development:
Assist with managing relationships with key stakeholders, including Board Directors, Leadership Council, and major donors.
Help grow the Next Gen cohort (donors giving £2,000-£3,000 annually), creating engaging experiences to foster long term support.
Contribute to marketing materials, donor reports, and online content to effectively communicate our impact.
Proactively engage with donors through personalized interactions to enhance retention.
Serve as a primary point of contact for diverse supporters, delivering an exceptional experience.
Event Coordination:
Assist in planning and executing flagship fundraising events such as the Annual Gala Dinner and Summer Drinks.
Organise outreach and cultivation events like salon dinners and webinars to expand engagement.
Collaborate on the design and delivery of our major online campaigns.
Information Management:
Maintain accurate donor records in CRM database (Salesforce) and use data to improve engagement and retention.
Support the finance team with donation and expense reporting.
Ensure all data processing complies with GDPR regulations.
Finance and Operations:
Provide logistical support for office operations and meetings.
Assist with administrative duties, including record keeping and office supply management.
To be successful, you must have experience:
Ideally work experience in philanthropy or the nonprofit sector.
Experience in event coordination is a plus.
Exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a willingness to learn new technologies (Salesforce experience a bonus).
Highly organised with excellent time management skills.
Salary: £26,000- £28,000 per annum
Contract type: 8 weeks
Location- London, hybrid working 1 day in the office