Fundraising Events Assistant
Job ID: 25484
Job ID: 25484
Seattle, Washington
Hybrid
Other Area(s)
Contract
Seattle, Washington
Hybrid
Contract
Other Area(s)
Job Details
Job ID: 25484
Pay Rate: $25–30 per hour
Location: Remote (Some event coordination/attendance is required)
Employment Type: Contract (through end of 2026, potential to extend into Jan 2027 and convert to full-time)
Schedule: Part-Time (approx. 20 hours/week; flexible, must attend Thursday morning meetings)
About the Organization
Our client is a mission-driven nonprofit organization focused on community engagement, advocacy, and impact-driven initiatives. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and social good, this organization supports large-scale fundraising efforts, donor engagement programs, and community-based events throughout the year.
As the Fundraising Events Assistant, you’ll be responsible for supporting fundraising operations, donor logistics, and event coordination—especially leading up to and following major fundraising events. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and can bring structure to complex, multi-layered initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate and support multiple event planning committees, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and tracking action items
- Assist with donor and sponsorship management, including outreach, tracking, and follow-up
- Support logistics for fundraising events, including ticketing, guest coordination, and registration tracking (dietary needs, accessibility, etc.)
- Manage raffle item procurement and coordination of donated goods
- Maintain and update donor CRM systems (e.g., Little Green Light, Raiser's Edge)
- Assist with communications related to events, including social media and donor outreach
- Provide backend support for fundraising tools (e.g., text-to-give platforms)
- Coordinate volunteer recruitment, training, and scheduling
- Handle post-event follow-up including donor acknowledgements and corporate matching
- Process incoming donations and ensure accurate donor records
- Provide general administrative and program support for additional initiatives
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or event coordination preferred
- Experience working with donor CRM systems (Little Green Light, Raiser's Edge, or similar)
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments with shifting priorities
- Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and accountability
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive, self-starter mindset with the ability to take initiative
- Experience supporting fundraising events or donor engagement efforts highly preferred
· Paid Sick/Safe Time (based on where allowable by law)
· Medical benefits with multiple plan tiers and Telemedicine access
· 401K with matching contributions
· Holiday pay
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Smoking/vaping and the use of tobacco products are prohibited on all Company premises, including indoor and outdoor areas, parking lots, and Company-owned vehicles.
As part of our employment process, candidates who receive a conditional offer may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing.
Parker Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
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As a Parker contractor, you have access to a variety of benefits including medical benefits with multiple plan tiers and telemedicine access, 401k plan with matching contributions, Paid Sick/Safe Time (where allowable by law), and holiday pay. And because we know life happens, we also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to you. Additional details about benefits and eligibility criteria are provided during your onboarding with Parker.
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