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Administrative Assistant- Major Gifts Jobs in Kansas City, Missouri, USA at The Salvation Army Central Territory
Job Objective : The Major Gifts Administrative Assistant will play a key role in assisting the Development Department staff. The assistant will work with the Development Department team leads to support the team, help manage priorities, and keep initiatives on track. This position requires the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and a heart to help those in need.
Essential Functions :
Coordinate and continually update the divisional donor database and other provided databases
Confirm and assist in scheduling appointments with donors and prospects
Detailed donor file coordination
Monthly mailings
Composing correspondence and proposals / presentations
Maintain expense and travel reports. Coordinate travel arrangements and itineraries as requested
Maintain team calendar and workflow
Maintain correspondence with TSA department heads and Corps Officers to ensure accurate and regular project progress
Clerical and database entry
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
Organizes and prioritizes large volumes of information and calls
Drafts written responses or replies by phone or e-mail when necessary
Responds to regularly occurring requests for information
Keep monthly reports up to date
Answer the phone when needed, take messages or fields / answers all routine and non-routine questions
Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively at a moment’s notice with Donor Relations Director when she / he is in the field (donor visits)
Coordinate production schedule with TSA department heads and Corps officers
Confirm and assist in scheduling appointments with outside vendors
Work in cooperation with other Development department team members
Other duties, special projects, and events as needed – not always during regular work hours
Minimum Qualifications :
Education : GED or High School Diploma
Experience : Minimum three years’ experience as an administrative assistant
Certifications / Licenses : N / A
Skills / Abilities :
Ability to work independently
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Follow written and verbal instructions
Proficient in MS Word, Excel and the Internet
Work requires continual attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
Supervisory Responsibility :
None
Physical Requirements :
Lifting, pulling, and pushing materials up to 25 pounds for setting up events and holiday mailings. Sitting up to 7.5 hours per day. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.
Travel : None
Driving : Not required
Working Conditions : Work is performed in a typical office environment.
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
The Salvation Army Mission :
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back to work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and / or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
Full Time Position
Benefits Eligible – Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance;
Life Insurance;
Supplemental Insurance;
Retirement Plans; PTO
Hybrid remote work available after successful completion of 90-day probationary period
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Administrative Assistant
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Title: Administrative Assistant- Major Gifts
Company: The Salvation Army Central Territory
Location: Kansas City, Missouri, USA
Category: Administrative/Clerical (Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Virtual Assistant/ Remote Admin, Admin Assistant, Clerical)
