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Sealaska

SHI - Development Officer

Juneau, AK · On-site

$57K - $70K/yr

... with the development associate to administer programs. * Lead the Trustee Philanthropy Committee and work closely with Trustees and other volunteers in fundraising, including events, donor ...

The Posse Foundation

Development Director

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

The development director is responsible for working with the site director and development officer/associate along with Posse's national development team to meet annual revenue goals. The development ...

Door of Hope

Chief Development Officer (CDO)

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$165K - $190K/yr

Oversee and develop a team of five full-time staff (Associate Director of Development, Impact Officer, Communications Manager, Community Engagement Manager and Development Associate), ensuring strong ...

Reel Works

Development Associate

Brooklyn, NY · Hybrid

Chief Development Officer Compensation: Full-time 40 hours per week; $53k - $60k + Benefits ... Associate will support the mission and vision of Reel Works by providing essential administrative ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate development officer in the United States is $53,418.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,500.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Associate Development Officers are entry- to mid-level professionals who support fundraising, donor relations, and development activities within organizations, typically in the nonprofit or higher education sectors. They work to identify potential donors, assist in organizing fundraising campaigns, and help maintain relationships with current supporters. Their responsibilities may include event planning, grant writing, prospect research, and reporting on fundraising progress. Associate Development Officers play a key role in helping organizations secure financial resources to achieve their missions.

What opportunities for career advancement exist for an Associate Development Officer within a nonprofit organization?

As an Associate Development Officer, you can expect ample opportunities for career growth, especially if you demonstrate strong relationship-building skills and success in fundraising initiatives. Many organizations offer clear paths to progress into roles such as Development Officer, Major Gifts Officer, or even Director of Development. Advancement often involves taking on greater responsibility for donor portfolios, leading campaigns, and managing junior staff. Engaging in professional development and seeking mentorship within your team can further accelerate your progression.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate Development Officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Development Officer, you need strong fundraising, grant writing, and relationship-building skills, often supported by a degree in communications, nonprofit management, or a related field. Experience with donor management systems (like Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce), digital fundraising platforms, and knowledge of fundraising regulations is highly valuable. Exceptional communication, organizational abilities, and a collaborative spirit help you cultivate donor relationships and manage multiple projects. These skills are crucial for securing funds, maintaining donor engagement, and supporting the financial health of the organization.
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SHI - Development Officer

SHI - Development Officer

Sealaska

Juneau, AK • On-site

$57K - $70K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Summary
The Development Officer of Sealaska Heritage is responsible for the management, planning and implementation of a comprehensive philanthropy program that secures the necessary financial resources from foundations, corporations and individuals to support mission and programmatic goals. The Development Officer will develop and execute multi year fundraising campaigns, oversee contractors, and promote Juneau as the NWC Arts Capital within the community, region, and nationally.
Duties/Responsibilities
  • Manage all major gift functions, including principal gifts, donor prospecting and research to meet the strategic priorities of Sealaska Heritage Institute.
  • Accountable for fundraising goals for donations and planned gifts; and management of a personal portfolio of 20-40 major gift-level prospects and donors.
  • Develop and administer multi-year fundraising campaigns; evaluate results and develop corrective strategies as needed.
  • Accountable for identifying and meeting local program goals, working with staff, board members, and volunteers to raise funds for programs and endowment.
  • Broad responsibility for philanthropy, which includes coordinating, training, professional development, establishing clear directions, setting "stretch" objectives, and collaborating with the development associate to administer programs.
  • Lead the Trustee Philanthropy Committee and work closely with Trustees and other volunteers in fundraising, including events, donor cultivation and solicitation.
  • Commit actions and resources in a way that positively affects public image of SHI.
  • Participate in community, regional, and statewide professional fundraising organizations.
  • Lead new programs/initiatives that will ensure department and organization-wide goals and strategies are achieved.
  • Implement and direct multiple projects, coordinating work of volunteers and board members, setting deadlines, and ensuring accountability.
  • Maintain confidentiality of frequently sensitive information.
  • Manage strategic initiatives through collaboration with stakeholders in order to enhance performance in accordance with short and long-term objectives.
  • May direct or participate in negotiations for complex, high profile or sensitive agreements.
  • Responsibility and accountability for meeting strategic goals and objectives.
  • Frequent travel, possibly on short notice; work frequent long hours and occasional weekends.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills
  • Effective leadership, management and training skills.
  • Maximum opportunity to act independently, resolves complex issues within program area.
  • Experience in managing a geographically dispersed team.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills via presentations, conversations, and documents.
  • Proficiency in synthesizing materials from multiple sources into a coherent and accurate summary.
  • Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in major gifts giving and solicitation, including social media platforms.
  • Knowledge of advanced gift planning concepts.
  • Understanding of best practices in non-profit management.
  • Knowledge of Southeast Alaska Native culture and languages

Supervisory Responsibility
This position will have no direct reports.
Work Environment
This position's duties are performed at SHI offices. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to verbally communicate. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and climbing. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds.
About this Role
This is a full-time benefited position. SHI employees are expected to work during SHI's regular business hours of 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday. Additionally, employees may work up to or over 45 hours per week or additional time as needed to meet workload demands or special events such as Celebration. Part-time staff are expected to work 20 hours per week.
Travel
Moderate travel within Alaska and the lower 48
Required Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Experience building and maintaining long-term relationships with businesses, corporations, major donors, foundations, etc.
  • Experience in planning and delivering budgetary responsibilities.
  • Experience, coursework, or other training in principles, practices, and procedures of charitable giving, particularly in the areas of endowment campaigns, major gifts and planned giving.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Review the Benefits associated with this position: https://www.sealaska.com/benefits/
Who is Sealaska? Established in 1972, Sealaska is the Alaska Native regional corporation for Southeast Alaska. Our 23,000 shareholders are Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian people with more than 10,000 years of ancestral ties to the oceans, forests and communities of Southeast Alaska. We serve the twin goals of economic prosperity and environmental protection. Sealaska Heritage Institute is an affiliate of Sealaska.
We are committed to providing the best possible climate for maximum development and goal achievement for all our employees. As a subsidiary of a Native-owned company, Sealaska Heritage Institute is proud to promote an inclusive and diverse workplace, with respect for the cultural traditions in the communities where we operate.
Sealaska Heritage Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. However, preference may be extended to an enrolled member of a federally-recognized Indian Tribe.*
*"Indian Tribe" means an Indian Tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community, including any Alaska Native village or regional or village corporation as defined in or established pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (85 Stat. 668; 43 U.S.C. 1601) which is recognized as eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States to Indians because of their status as Indians.

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