Development Associate

Maimonides School, a Modern Orthodox day school in Brookline, MA, is seeking a Development Associate to play a key role on our Development team. Reporting to the Director of Development, this position is integral to delivering a high-quality philanthropic experience to our donors and supporting the School’s fundraising efforts.

The Development Associate will take ownership of core development operations, including gift processing and database management, while also contributing to donor stewardship, communications, and fundraising initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and collaborative professional who is eager to deepen their experience in fundraising and play a meaningful role in advancing our mission.

Responsibilities Include:

Gift Processing & Financial Coordination

• Process incoming gifts and generate timely, thoughtful donor acknowledgements
• Manage pledge tracking, including preparing statements and monitoring outstanding balances
• Serve as a key liaison between Development and Finance offices to ensure accurate reporting, reconciliation, and data integrity
• Maintain organized and audit-ready records and systems

Database Management & Reporting

• Manage and maintain Veracross (CRM), ensuring data accuracy and completeness
• Update constituent records, relationships, and roles
• Generate reports and dashboards to support annual giving and development strategy
• Identify opportunities to improve data quality and processes

Donor Stewardship & Fundraising Support

• Conduct prospect research and develop donor profiles and meeting briefs
• Support execution of annual appeals, stewardship communications, and reports
• Assist in planning and executing fundraising and stewardship events
• Conduct donor outreach, including thank-you calls and follow-up communications
• Partner with the Director of Development on special projects and fundraising initiatives

Experience and Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of professional experience in development, nonprofit operations, database management, or a related field
• Experience with CRM systems required; Veracross preferred
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable engaging with donors and stakeholders
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills
• Commitment to thoughtful donor stewardship and mission-driven work
• Familiarity with the Orthodox Jewish community is a plus, but not required
• Ability to work occasional evenings and Sundays as needed

Full Time Benefits Include:

• Generous Time off, including 3 weeks of vacation, Jewish religious and Federal Holidays
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• ·403b retirement plan with employer match
• Life/AD&D/Long Term Disability Insurance

Salary Range:

· $52,000 - $65,000/annual - commensurate with experience

Maimonides School is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Maimonides does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Please send resume and cover letter to [email protected].