Development Assistant
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onCivic Drive, Hercules, Contra Costa County, California, 94547, United States
About Rafiki Coalition
Rafiki Coalition for Health and Wellness is a San Francisco-based nonprofit dedicated to eliminating health inequities and improving the lives of Black, African American, and marginalized communities in the Bay Area. For over 35 years, we have provided a safe, welcoming space where health, healing, and hope come together. Guided by a belief that wellness is more than the absence of illness, we embrace a whole-person approach that honors the cultural, social, and emotional needs of our community.
At Rafiki, we are more than a service provider. We are a trusted partner, advocate, and resource. Our work is rooted in compassion, cultural humility, and a commitment to social justice. Every day, our team stands with our community to dismantle barriers, amplify voices, and create pathways to health and opportunity.
About the Role
The Development Assistant serves as a critical administrative, operational, and logistical partner to the Director of Development & Communications (DD&C). This role is essential to keeping the development department organized and moving, ensuring that Rafiki's fundraising efforts for private philanthropy and community engagement run smoothly.
In this position, you will help drive org-wide fundraising strategy by managing data entry, gift processing, acknowledgments, and donor logistics. You will support key campaigns including the annual fund, the 40th anniversary campaign, and the capital campaign. Your work will directly amplify the DD&C's ability to build and deepen funder relationships and lead strategic initiatives. By handling core coordination tasks, you will ensure that nothing falls through the cracks as we work to strengthen our community's health and wellness.
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please include:
- Why you are interested in this position
- Your experience in fundraising with non-profit health and wellness organizations
- Any grant writing experience
Our Commitment to Diversity
Rafiki Coalition is committed to racial equity, health equity, and supporting Black and marginalized communities in San Francisco. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share our mission to create a more just and healthy world.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Civic Drive, Hercules, Contra Costa County, California, 94547, United States
Hercules, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleEnter and update donor, funder, and prospect records in the Neon One CRM
- check_circleLog incoming gifts and pledges and route documentation to Finance for deposit
- check_circlePrepare and send donor acknowledgement letters and emails using established templates
- check_circleTrack pending tasks and remind staff, consultants, and board members of deadlines
- check_circleProvide logistical support for small donor engagement events and site visits
- check_circleAssist with event tasks such as invite lists, RSVPs, and day-of check-in
- check_circleCollect and share event attendance information to update donor records
- check_circlePrepare meeting logistics including calendar invites, Zoom links, and room bookings
- check_circleMaintain clean data by coding gifts, updating preferences, and de-duplicating records
Requirements
- verified1-3 years of experience in nonprofit administration, development, executive support, or related field
- verifiedExperience with data entry and basic reporting in a CRM
- verifiedExperience coordinating logistics, scheduling, or small events
- verifiedStrong organizational skills and attention to detail
- verifiedComfort working in spreadsheets and databases
- verifiedClear and professional written communication
- verifiedAbility to build positive working relationships
- verifiedDiscretion and good judgment with confidential information
- verifiedCommitment to racial equity, health equity, and Rafiki's mission
- verifiedExperience supporting fundraising activities
- verified
Nice to Have
Prior use of Neon One or other fundraising CRMs. Experience supporting fundraising activities such as gift processing, acknowledgments, or donor events. Experience supporting senior leaders as an executive assistant or project coordinator. Familiarity with Bay Area community-based organizations and/or the philanthropic landscape.
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Frequently asked questions about Development Assistant at Rafiki Coalition for Health and Wellness
What does a Development Assistant at Rafiki Coalition for Health and Wellness do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Development Assistant at Rafiki Coalition for Health and Wellness will enter and update donor, funder, and prospect records in the neon one crm; log incoming gifts and pledges and route documentation to finance for deposit; prepare and send donor acknowledgement letters and emails using established templates; and track pending tasks and remind staff, consultants, and board members of deadlines.
What are the requirements for this Development Assistant role?expand_more
To qualify for the Development Assistant at Rafiki Coalition for Health and Wellness position, applicants should have: 1-3 years of experience in nonprofit administration, development, executive support, or related field; Experience with data entry and basic reporting in a CRM; Experience coordinating logistics, scheduling, or small events; Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; Comfort working in spreadsheets and databases; and Clear and professional written communication.
Where is the Development Assistant role at Rafiki Coalition for Health and Wellness located?expand_more
Development Assistant at Rafiki Coalition for Health and Wellness is based in Civic Drive, Hercules, Contra Costa County, California, 94547, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Development Assistant job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Rafiki Coalition for Health and Wellness has listed this Development Assistant role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Development Assistant role?expand_more
Development Assistant at Rafiki Coalition for Health and Wellness typically requires 1–3 years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
What skills do you need for the Development Assistant role at Rafiki Coalition for Health and Wellness?expand_more
Key skills for Development Assistant at Rafiki Coalition for Health and Wellness include Neon One; CRM; Database; Data Entry; Spreadsheets; and Grant Writing.
What category does the Development Assistant role belong to?expand_more
Development Assistant at Rafiki Coalition for Health and Wellness is part of the admin job category on Recrutus.