Senior Associate, Individual Philanthropy

Job Details

Level: Associate
Job Location: World Food Program USA – Washington, DC
Remote Type: Hybrid in Washington, DC
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $60,000 – $65,000 / year
Job Category: Fundraising

Position Overview

The Sr. Associate is responsible for supporting functions of the Individual Philanthropy team under the direction of the Vice President, Individual Philanthropy. The position will be responsible for supporting the Individual Philanthropy team with various administrative, reporting, project and meeting coordination tasks as well as maintaining team administrative resources. Although this position will support the entire team, they will provide significant support to the mid-level and planned giving programs. This position will also have limited opportunity for direct interface with donors. 

About World Food Program USA

World Food Program USA’s values provide the framework for how we behave and work together to reach our goals to feed and save the lives of the most vulnerable people around the world. Those values are:

Collaborative: We are all one team
Accountable: We own our work
Respectful: We are kind to each other
Inclusive: We champion diversity
Optimistic: We have a make it happen attitude

We are looking for applicants who embody these values and are invested in forwarding our mission.

Why Join Us?

  • We are a dynamic, forward leaning, financially stable organization.
  • You will be joining an effective, committed, high-performing group of colleagues who are well-regarded in the community.
  • This position will play a crucial role in aiding the organization in their mission of ending global hunger

Highlighted Responsibilities:

  • Provide administrative and project support to include Salesforce reporting, donor data hygiene, and gift accuracy  
  • Coordinate the preparation of materials before and after meetings and events as required, including presentations, memos, background materials and action items 
  • Support improvement of team processes and procedures and help maintain departmental resources (i.e. SharePoint, SOPs) 
  • Track and maintain inventory of team supplies 
  • Provide administrative and expense report support to vertical leads, as needed  
  • Other duties as directed 

Qualifications:

A well-qualified candidate will possess the following:

Background:  

  • A bachelor’s degree  or equivalent
  • 2 years of relevant experience in administrative/executive support function in a non-profit environment 
  • Experience in a fast-paced fundraising department is a plus 

 Knowledge and Experience 

  • Experience with a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, Salesforce preferred 
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook and MS Teams 
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with staff 
  • Excellent written communication skills 
  • Ability to organize time, work independently, as well as follow direction 
  • Ability to manage confidential information and observe donor privacy protocols 
  • Ability to anticipate needs and plan ahead 
  • Demonstrate proactive approaches to problem-solving and strong decision-making capabilities 
  • Interest and knowledge of humanitarian assistance, international development, or global hunger is preferable 

Personal Characteristics 

  • Collaborative and team-oriented  
  • Accountable and takes initiative 
  • Solution oriented 
  • Organized and succinct 
  • Tact and diplomacy and ability appreciate different perspectives 
  • Comfort connecting with donors across multiple channels 
  • Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment 
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure 
  • Strong affinity for WFP USA’s mission and program priorities