Position: 

Development Associate

FLSA: 

Non-Exempt

Program/Department:

Development

FTE:

Full Time

Supervisor:

Director of Development

Salary & Classification:

Office Location:

Seaside, CA 

$24– $28 Hourly

ABOUT CATHOLIC CHARITIES: 

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Monterey is a member agency of Catholic Charities USA, the largest network of social service provider in the U.S with 167 agencies nationwide and 12 in the State of California.  Catholic Charities Diocese of Monterey serves the counties of Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Benito and San Luis Obispo.  Catholic Charities is a non-profit, non-discriminatory service organization and employer. We promote equal opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, national origin, sex, marital status, physical /mental disability, age or other bases protected by federal, state or local law.   

Programs: 

The programs are: Financial Stability, Nutrition and Outreach, Tattoo Removal, Immigration and Citizenship Program, and Disaster Relief. 

Mission:  

Our Mission is to provide service to people in need, to advocate for social justice, and to call other people of good will to do the same.  

Service • Advocacy • Convening

Vision: Our vision is a thriving community where individuals, regardless of their background or circumstances have the opportunity to reach their potential and contribute to society.

Values: We will achieve this through our commitment to advocacy and by providing compassionate, inclusive and impactful services while building bridges of hope, mercy and justice to meet the needs of our community.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Under the supervision of the Director of Development, the Development Associate supports in cultivating and engaging donors, while managing the day-to-day operations of appeals, events, and fundraising activities. This role blends donor stewardship with strong administrative and coordination skills to ensure the smooth execution of campaigns and overall fundraising goals.

FUNDAMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Promote the mission of Catholic Charities through a commitment to its core values of compassion, service, justice, respect, integrity, teamwork and excellence. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Donor Relationship Support

• Track, analyze, and identify donor giving patterns, engagement behavior, and retention trends.
• Assist in implementing personalized outreach strategies to strengthen donor relationships.
• Support donor stewardship efforts by drafting, sending, and tracking acknowledgments.
• Monitor donor milestones (e.g., anniversaries, giving history, event participation) for follow-up opportunities.

Appeals & Fundraising Campaigns

• Oversee the execution timeline for appeals (direct mail, digital, special campaigns).
• Coordinate with vendors, printers, and mail houses for timely delivery.
• Track incoming donations and ensure acknowledgment is completed promptly.
• Maintain appeal performance reports to measure ROI and donor response.

Event Coordination

• Manage event scheduling, invitations, and guest tracking.
• Coordinate logistics (venue, catering, volunteers, materials).
• Support day-of-event execution, acting as a point of contact for donors and vendors.
• Track event engagement and follow-up with attendees.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Schedule meetings, donor visits, and campaign deadlines.
• Maintain accurate donor records in Raiser`s Edge, ensuring data integrity.
• Prepare and distribute donor and fundraising reports.
• Assist with departmental budgeting and expense tracking.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND KNOWLEDGE:

• A.A degree in business administration, project management, or related field from an accredited educational institution, or a combination of equivalent education and work experience. 
• Bilingual and Bi-literate in English and Spanish (preferred)
• Strong understanding of donor engagement and giving patterns.
• Experience in event coordination and/or fundraising support.
• Excellent written, oral, and electronic communication skills
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Raiser`s Edge highly desirable.
• Ability to communicate professionally with compassion and empathy. Demonstrate welcoming and friendly demeanor; appreciative and respectful of all cultures and beliefs. 
• Strong organizational, time management, teamwork, and networking skills.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to pivot priorities in a dynamic nonprofit environment.
• Must be comfortable with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to travel to the four counties of our service area to support in outreach and fundraising activities.
• Ability to work occasional evenings/weekends for events.
• Knowledge of the Principles of Catholic Social Teachings and the ability to link them to practical actions

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

• Clearance of fingerprint background check is required.
• Ability to stand and be active for 2-3 hours at a time.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 25+ lbs.

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATIONS:

Must provide a Valid California Driver`s License, transportation and current auto insurance. 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Comfortable office environment
• Some travel to other locations for meetings, trainings, etc. 
• Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Catholic Charites Diocese of Monterey must provide reasonable accommodations when an employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.

HOURS AND OTHER CONDITIONS: 

This is a non-exempt position with a full range of employee benefits. Salary commensurate to experience –$24-$28 hourly. 

This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities.  The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. Because of a need to remain responsive to the needs of our clients and our Agency`s operations, responsibilities may be modified at any time.

To Apply: Submit your cover letter and resume to Hr@catholiccharitiesdom.org