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This position is expected to work both independently and collaboratively to coordinate and manage all fundraising operations.\nEssential Duties:\nWork Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To:\nRegular review and maintenance of donor database, Give Effect, ensuring accuracy and full utilization of program\nSupport planning and implementation of all major and minor fundraising and outreach events (banquets, galas, luncheons, community and donor events, other forums as needed)\nPlan for and manage third-party fundraising program, tax credit programs (in collaboration with the Grants Administrator), and monthly giving program (Hope 365)\nEstablish strong relationships with staff, boards, donors, and media contacts to ensure fundraising success\nProvide the Executive Director support in communications with the Associate Board\nAssist in solicitation of monetary and in-kind support for sponsorships, auctions, fundraising, and marketing activities through direct contact, email, and social media\nGuide external communications, including the annual report, monthly newsletters, and other print/digital marketing materials\nMaintain social media sites and the organization's website (with the Executive Director)\nAssist in performing regular administrative duties in a timely and efficient manner\nAdhere to professional fundraising ethics of the Association of Fundraising Professionals\nQualifications\nBachelor's Degree in Business, Communications, Writing or equivalent is preferred\nExperience in Development is preferred\nExcellent time management skills\nStrong verbal, analytical, and written communication skills\nKnowledge of/experience with database systems is preferred\nWorking Conditions\nWork on a computer for long periods of time (up to four hours)\nSit or stand for long periods of time (up to four hours)\nWeekend and evening meetings and events required\nMay be required to lift up to 50 pounds","company":"Isabel","rawCompany":"isabel","city":"Springfield","state":"MO","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:31:25.619Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1131.00","title":"Fundraisers","slug":"fundraisers"},{"code":"11-2033.00","title":"Fundraising Managers","slug":"fundraising-managers"},{"code":"11-9151.00","title":"Social and Community Service Managers","slug":"social-and-community-service-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"813410","title":"Civic and Social Organizations","slug":"civic-and-social-organizations"},{"code":"813319","title":"Other Social Advocacy Organizations","slug":"other-social-advocacy-organizations"},{"code":"813990","title":"Other Similar Organizations (except Business, Professional, Labor, and Political Organizations)","slug":"other-similar-organizations-except-business-professional-labor-and-political-organizations"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Development Associate","description":"Position Summary:\nThe Development Associate is a professional staff member of Isabel's House, Crisis Nursery of the Ozarks. 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