Development and Philanthropic Services Specialist

Description We are offering a contract opportunity for a Development and Philanthropic Services Specialist in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role is within the philanthropic industry and is primarily focused on managing administrative and operational functions to support the department. The specialist will be tasked with maintaining accurate records, processing gifts and financial statements, and providing service support to existing funds and donors.Responsibilities: Accurately process and log gift transactions, ensuring acknowledgment letters are sent regularly Act as the main point of contact for donor portal queries and maintain up-to-date information Maintain the integrity of the donor management system by setting up new funds and updating records Generate database reports to monitor grantmaking, fund activity, and maintain database integrity Coordinate the distribution of quarterly financial reports, ensuring timely and accurate materials Communicate with donors and fund advisers regarding fund balances, gift status, grant status, and history Organize and maintain both electronic and hard copy fund files Provide requested data related to donors for team members and other departments Offer administrative support to team members, including meeting coordination, data entry, and travel arrangements Coordinate meeting/event registrations and logistics, and prepare necessary materials Review and update gift acknowledgment letters and other routine correspondence annually Compile and distribute time-sensitive materials for Board/advisory committee, maintaining required records in paper and/or electronic formats Process all departmental mailings, appeals, periodic publications, end-of-year appeals, and other donor-related mailings Regularly update marketing collateral in collaboration with Marketing and Communications. Attend assigned meetings, events, and trainings as required.Requirements Demonstrated experience in Administrative Assistance Proven skills in Donor Communication and Donor Cultivation Proficiency in using Donor Database and managing Donor Management Experience in Fundraising and ability to Build, Maintain, and Establish Strong Relationships Expertise in managing Vendor Relationships Proficiency in External Reporting and Data Entry Knowledge of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients Excellent Calendar Management skills Ability to maintain relationships and establish new ones Skills in managing vendor relationships and external reporting Proficiency in data entry and knowledge of active pharmaceutical ingredients Strong skills in calendar management and administrative assistance Experience in donor communication, cultivation, and management Demonstrated ability to build, maintain, and establish strong relationships. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .