Development Assistant at Connecticut Institute For Refu

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Mar, 26

Salary

48000.0

Posted On

12 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Skills, Detail-Oriented, Relationship Building, Administrative Support, Event Coordination, Budget Management, Communication, Confidentiality, Project Coordination, Data Entry, Meeting Scheduling, Report Preparation, Donor Engagement, File Management, Team Collaboration, Time Management

Industry

Description

Description Why Work for CIRI? Embark on a fulfilling career with CIRI, where you'll find more than just a job – you'll find purpose. As part of our team, you'll enjoy: Meaningful Mission: Contribute to an incredible mission of assisting refugees and immigrants in overcoming barriers to become self-sufficient, integrated members of the community. Professional Growth: Be part of a diverse and supportive team that encourages your growth and development. Community Connection: Establish long-term connections with the community and make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoya competitive salary, medical/dental/vision/life/403B plan, 13 paid holidays, 20 days of paid time off per year, and a commitment to work/life balance and self-care. Public Interest Loan Forgiveness: Benefit from eligibility for the Public Interest Loan Forgiveness Program. This organization participates in E-Verify. Join the Journey: Empower Lives, Shape Futures at The Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI) Compensation: $48,000+ Benefits (that currently include): Medical (Anthem): 3 copay/deductible options; base plan is $50/paycheck Vision (Mutual of Omaha): $90 per year; $130 hardware allowance- Employee Funded Dental (Mutual of Omaha): $500 per year; $1,750 annual benefit- Employee Funded Life: 1 x Salary to $100K; paid by CIRI Voluntary Life: Available to employees and family Disability: 60% of earnings; paid by CIRI Identity Theft: Optional coverage; paid by employees- For employee and/or family- Employee Funded Summary: The Development Assistant at CIRI supports the organization’s fundraising, donor stewardship, and events, while also providing key administrative support to the CEO. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about advancing our mission through excellent relationship-building and behind-the-scenes coordination. Job Responsibilities: Development and Fundraising Support: Support the development team in tracking and documenting donor interactions and engagement activities. Assist with the preparation and distribution of donor acknowledgment letters and other communications. Provide general administrative support to the Director of Development, including scheduling, filing, and project coordination. Coordinate catering and food orders for development events, staff meetings, and department needs. Process check requests and manage budgets for department expenses. Prepare event materials such as name tags, signage and donor packets. Help manage guest lists, RSPV’s, and day-of event check-in and materials. Support post-event follow-up, including thank you notes, data entry, and internal debriefs. CEO Support: Manage the CEO’s calendar, including scheduling and confirming meetings. Prepare and coordinate correspondence, reports, and presentations for the CEO. Assist in organizing and preparing for Board meetings, including assembling materials and taking minutes. Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Coordinate and manage communication between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders. Maintain and organize the CEO’s files, documents, and records. Assist with special projects as directed by the CEO. We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application process. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact HR at DSchwarz@cirict.org to discuss your needs. We value all applicants and strive to make the application process accessible to everyone.

Responsibilities

The Development Assistant supports fundraising efforts, donor stewardship, and event coordination while providing administrative support to the CEO. This role involves managing donor communications, event logistics, and assisting with the CEO's calendar and correspondence.