Development and Database Administrative Assistant (0715)

Internews® Network_ Washington, DC based
Development and Database Administrative Assistant
Location: Washington, DC Status: Full time, non-exempt
Start Date: Position available immediately

Internews® Network is an international non-profit working to improve access to information for people around the world by fostering independent media and promoting open communications policies. Internews' programs are built on the conviction that providing people with access to vibrant, diverse news and information empowers them to make their voices heard and to participate effectively in their communities.

Internews seeks a Development and Database Administrative Assistant to assist the Development and Communications Departments with day-to-day operations related to database management and fundraising activities.

NEED:

• Minimum two years of administrative experience
  
• Database experience, including data entry, running reports, advanced queries, and solid understanding of data integrity
  
• Experience with Convio or similar constituent relationship software preferred
  
• Experience with Microsoft Access, Filemaker Pro, or other relational database software preferred
  
• Extraordinary attention to detail
  
• Ability to work efficiently and reliably
  
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse staff
  
• Strong word processing and spreadsheet skills (Microsoft Office)
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
• Excellent organizational and research skills
  
• Positive attitude, professional presence, and flexibility in responding to the requirements of the position

JD:

• Enter all donor, constituent, and partner information into databases
  
• Import/export records between offline and online databases
  
• Perform segmentation and selection of constituent lists
  
• Execute mail merges and mass personalization from databases, working with members of the communications and development teams
  
• Run reports and queries for staff as needed, training staff as well

ADDITIONAL

• Assist with planning and execution of events such as fundraising galas, brown bag and panel discussions, small meetings, etc., as needed
  
• Print publicity materials as needed and assemble publicity folders
  
• Prepare, copy and file development correspondence and maintain fundraising files
• 
  Upload photos to photo archive database
  
• Research potential donors, corporations and foundations
  
• Minimal mailing and shipping for Development Department
  
• Coordinate with receptionist and other staff for back-up phone coverage and office support
  
• Other duties as assigned

Interested candidates meeting the qualifications should forward a coverletter and resume to careers@internews.org or visit www.internews.org