Fundraising Associate (Contract)

Core responsibilities:

• Support fundraising efforts with a primary focus on new donor acquisition
• Implement established fundraising strategies while providing feedback on strategic direction
• Conduct cold calls to foundations and prospective donors
• Assist with moves management tracking and data entry
• Assess foundations for fit and collaborate on outreach strategy

This role supports fundraising for an organization focused on American Indian enterprise development, helping secure resources to advance economic opportunities and self-determination for Native communities.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Fundraising experience with private foundations and high wealth individuals, specifically with reaching new funders for donor acquisition
• National nonprofit experience (not regional or local)
• Experience with early-stage fundraising for a mature organization
• Strong CRM/database experience (Little Green Light experience is a bonus)
• Bachelor's degree in related field or significant experience
• Flexible to work within all time zones

No compensation, perks, or culture highlights mentioned in the job description.

The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (NCAIED) focuses on advancing economic opportunities and self-determination for American Indian communities through enterprise development.