Development Officer

Organization DescriptionHeadquartered in Boston, the Irish American Partnership is a leading transatlantic fundraising organization for education. Our supporters honor their heritage by investing in Ireland’s future, raising more than $63+ million since 1986. Dedicated to connecting Irish America and friends of Ireland to their Irish heritage through direct giving, we invest in schools, peace and reconciliation initiatives, community development projects, university scholarships, and Irish arts, sports, and cultural programs across the island of Ireland, nurturing the next generation of global leaders.Position OverviewThe Development Officer will lead the Partnership’s Young Partners program and serve as an integral member of the organization's fundraising team. The Young Partners program engages our emerging generation of supporters by providing professional networking opportunities and a connection to modern Ireland, while promoting the Partnership’s mission. The Development Officer will design, implement, and evaluate the young professional fundraising and engagement strategy, managing and expanding the current Young Partners chapters in Boston and New York. The position will encompass all aspects of development, from the production of fundraising and friend-raising events to research, donor prospecting, and stewardship. This role will also work across functions, including events, administration, and communications, to support the Partnership’s overall mission and strategic goals.Essential FunctionsYoung PartnersLead and expand the Young Partners chapters in Boston and New York, planning events, maintaining regular communication with members, and creating strategies for further growthPlan three events in each city annually to engage young professionals and highlight the Partnership's impact on education across IrelandManage and grow the Young Partners Committees in Boston and New York by coordinating volunteers, providing updates on Partnership programs, and recruiting prospective membersExpand the Young Partners program by identifying prospects and referrals, building relationships, and maximizing philanthropic support from all sources, individual and institutionalImplement young professional fundraising and engagement strategy to increase Young Partners givingIdentify, cultivate, solicit, and steward Young Partners through the giving processManage Young Partners budget, including grant funding, and ensure compliance with reporting requirements DevelopmentPrepare donor research and meeting materials for the development teamConduct gift analysis for fundraising appealsManage donor records in Blackbaud CRM, ensuring data accuracy and integrityAttend webinars and training to stay current on system updates and best practices in Blackbaud CRMEventsAssist with fundraising events, including breakfasts, roundtables, and golf tournamentsProvide support to the Vice President, External Engagement & Communications in creating event materials and social media postsAttend local Irish and community events as a representative of the Partnership Skills / CompetenciesBachelor’s degree and 3-4 years of experience in administration, development, or event operations, preferably in a nonprofit settingExtensive experience with Microsoft Office Suite and knowledge of a CRM database (Blackbaud or Raiser’s Edge preferred)Well-organized, detail-oriented, and flexiblePassion for building and maintaining relationshipsExperience handling confidential informationExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to prioritize, multitask, and deliver results under deadlines, working independently and within a teamKnowledge of Irish affairs and interest in advancing the Partnership’s mission Travel RequirementSpecial events may take place during early morning, evening, or weekend hours and/or require occasional travel domestically and internationally.Conditions of EmploymentThe Development Officer position is a full-time role based in Boston, MA. The Irish American Partnership offers a competitive salary and benefits.To ApplyPlease submit a resume and cover letter via email to Katherine Susich at katherine@irishap.org with the subject line, “Development Officer.”  Physical Demands/Working EnvironmentReasonable accommodations may be made where possible to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.On-site attendance is essential to perform some of the duties of this position.Works in a typical office environment, including prolonged periods of sitting and repetitive wrist and arm movement.The event management aspect of this role requires an individual to be able to occasionally stand for long periods of time, and to frequently move boxes weighing 10lbs and occasionally move boxes weighing up to 25lbs at event venues using proper lifting techniques.The Irish American Partnership is an equal opportunity employercommitted to creating an accepting and inclusive environment for all.