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Development Associate / Database Manager
Englewood, NJ
Bergen Performing Arts Center
Full Time
Posted December 31, 2025
bergenPAC’s Development Department seeks a detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized Development Associate / Database Manager to join our growing team. This full-time position reports to the Director of Development and plays a vital role in supporting all fundraising initiatives by managing the donor database, processing gifts, and assisting with donor communications, reporting, and special events. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with excellent communication skills, strong database management experience (particularly with Raiser’s Edge), and a passion for the performing arts and nonprofit mission-driven work.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage all donor and constituent data in Raiser’s Edge and excel, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and timely updates.
• Process and acknowledge all financial and in-kind contributions; coordinate monthly reconciliation of donations with the Finance Department.
• Generate and analyze gift reports, donor lists, campaign summaries, and performance metrics.
• Manage and track department budgets, pledges, and contributed income report.
• Support the Development team with membership processing, fundraising campaigns, renewals, and direct mail efforts.
• Research prospective donors, corporations, and foundations as assigned.
• Assist with scheduling, donor correspondence, and maintaining organized department files.
• Provide on-site event support for donor cultivation and stewardship activities, including managing the VIP Lounge on performance nights based on rotation.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless data integration between ticketing, finance, and development systems.
• Perform additional projects and administrative tasks as needed to support the Development Department and Executive Office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (preferably in Arts Administration, Communications, Business, or related field).
• Proficiency in Raiser’s Edge required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in fundraising, database management, or nonprofit administration.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft and proof correspondence and reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort working with data and reporting tools.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Polished, professional demeanor with the ability to interact effectively with donors, trustees, and VIP guests.

How To Apply

FULL TIME: Commensurate with experience. Includes benefits package. The salary range for this position is $45,000-$52,000 annually.