Development Associate

The Development Associate will possess knowledge of non-profit development, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and enthusiasm to be a part of a dynamic and growing team.  The Development Associate will handle a variety of tasks related to institutional and individual giving.  This individual will work with the Executive Director to manage relationships with current and prospective donors and research ways to bring in additional funds. This position is an integral member of the development team and will offer critical support to achieve the aggressive fundraising goals of the organization.

Position Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Director of Development 

Compensation Range: $30-$33 per hour (estimated $62,400 – $68,640 per year)

Location: Hybrid – required to be in the Glendale, CA office 2 times per week, with flexibility to be in office more as needed

About Saving Innocence

We support and empower children and adults impacted by human trafficking by disrupting cycles of abuse and confronting exploitation through strategic partnerships and trauma-responsive education, advocacy, and systems of care. We are a passionate team with a culture centered around values that prioritize the well-being and empowerment of our team members. We foster a supportive environment where self-care is prioritized, providing resources and initiatives to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Empowerment is woven into the fabric of our organization by nurturing leadership, celebrating achievements, and offering development opportunities. Collaboration is key to our success, as we believe in harnessing our team members’ collective talents and expertise. We emphasize the importance of relational connections, building trust, and camaraderie to create a positive and inclusive workplace community. Through these guiding principles, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential! Check www.savinginnocence.org for more information about the organization.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate for the Development Associate role at Saving Innocence is detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about using their skills to advance our mission of supporting survivors of human trafficking. They bring strong organizational skills and enjoy managing donor data, generating gift acknowledgments, and supporting grant tracking and follow-up. Comfortable with donor databases (ideally Virtuous), Microsoft Excel, and Mail Merge, they are confident working behind the scenes to ensure smooth, accurate, and timely communication with supporters.

They thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, contributing to a variety of projects including donor research, fundraising campaigns, and event planning—especially our Annual Gala. This person brings a high level of professionalism to each interaction, whether they’re preparing mailings, assisting with donor gifts, or working with the Executive Director and Marketing Associate to amplify the organization’s visibility through printed materials, social media, and other communications.

Grounded in values of empowerment, self-care, and collaboration, the ideal candidate is eager to grow in the nonprofit development space and is deeply committed to the relational nature of fundraising. They are excited to be part of a mission-driven team and to play a critical role in building meaningful relationships that drive long-term impact for the communities we serve.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Donor Management and Database Support

• Maintain donor records and CRM database (Virtuous), including logging grant-related activities.
• Run basic queries and analyze donor data using Excel.
• Process and send gift acknowledgments (Mail Merge).
• Coordinate and ship donor gifts and materials.
• Conduct prospect donor research and support cultivation strategies.

Events and Fundraising Support

• Assist in the planning, execution, and follow-up of fundraising and donor events.
• Help secure sponsorships and auction items for the Annual Gala.
• Manage administrative tasks related to event logistics and donor engagement.
• Support all donor-facing events, excluding client-related programming.

Marketing and Communications

• Collaborate with the Executive Director and Director of Development to enhance brand visibility.
• Maximize donor engagement through print materials, newsletters, website presence, and social media.
• Organize and maintain marketing outreach lists and planning tools.
• Support grant application processes and follow-up communication.

Requirements:

• • Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree at an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Knowledge of Donor Databases required, Virtuous preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office required, specifically Mail Merge using Excel and MS Word.
• Exceptionally well-organized and a strong ability to prioritize.

Preferred Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Experience working in a non-profit setting.
• Comfortable working independently and contributing to a dynamic team.
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and growing environment in a shared office space and remotely as appropriate.
• Professional in appearance, demeanor, and leadership.
• High level of professionalism and service.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to effectively work on Mac computers.
• Ability to pass a thorough background check process.  

Please submit your resume with a thoughtful cover letter to include why you want to join the Saving Innocence team. The cover letter is required to help us get to know you better and understand your interest in working at Saving Innocence and how we can support you in your career goals. Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered until it is received.

BENEFITS

We care about our employees and we show it through the benefits we offer. Check them out!

• Paid Vacation: 10 days of paid vacation to be accrued at a rate of 3.34 hours per pay period.  Vacation time will accrue beginning on the first day of employment, for use after the first 90 days. Vacation benefits increase after one year of full time employment to 5 hours per pay period and 6.67 hours per pay period after two years of full time employment, until a maximum of 20 days of paid vacation is accrued annually. 
• Paid Sick Leave: 6 days of Paid Sick Leave per calendar year
• Holiday Pay: (10 days annually observed as follows) New Year’s Day, MLK Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day
• Health Insurance: Health insurance coverage meeting ACA requirements with 90% of your coverage paid for by Saving Innocence; this will be available on the first day of the month following 60 days of full-time employment. SI also offers employer sponsored voluntary dental & vision plans.
• Retirement: Saving Innocence offers a 401(k) match of 100% of the employee’s 401(k) contributions up to 3% of their annual gross compensation.  This means that for every $1, Saving Innocence will match $1 to your account up to 3% of the eligible pay.  Vesting is immediate for employee deferrals.  Employer contributions are subject to a 5-year vesting schedule.  Employees are eligible to join the plan after 3 months of employment. 
• Maternity/Paternity Leave Wage Replacement: up to 8 weeks, coordinating with EDD

Additional Benefits:

• • Monthly Childcare Reimbursement: up to $200
  • Cell Phone or Reimbursement: Company iPhone to be used for all business-related communication during employment or monthly reimbursement of up to $25, for use of your personal cell phone
  • Internet Reimbursement: up to $25, monthly
  • Counseling Benefit: Up to 4 hours per month of paid time while attending counseling (voluntary) and up to 50% reimbursement of counseling fees
  • Jury Duty: 5 paid working days, annually, if called to Jury Duty
  • Laptop: Company laptop to be used for all required work during employment
  • Mileage Reimbursement: for all required miles traveled in your personal vehicle

• Saving Innocence/Hope Dealer Merchandise

• Quarterly Team Days for teambuilding and fun

• The opportunity to work with a passionate and caring team AND MORE!