Gift Entry - Temporary

Since 1941, the USO has been the nation’s leading organization to serve the men and women in the U.S. military, and their families, throughout their time in uniform. From the moment they join, through their assignments and deployments, and as they transition back to their communities, the USO is always by their side.

Today’s USO continuously adapts to the needs of our men and women in uniform and their families, so they can focus on their very important mission. We operate USO centers at or near military installations across the United States and throughout the world, including in combat zones, and even un-staffed USO service sites in places too dangerous for anyone but combat troops to occupy.

The Gift Entry Temporary hire is responsible for providing assistance and support to the regional Development team for its fundraising activities.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential Duties)

• Provide development related support to the national development team including, but not limited to support in: creating gift agreements, conducting donor research, maintaining donor files, maintaining Raiser’s Edge activity updates, tracking prospect and donor cultivation activities, planned giving file maintenance, and ensuring ongoing and timely activity and gift reporting is provided to appropriate parties within the organization.*
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

• High School Diploma. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 0-2 years work experience, preferably in a development support role. Relevant experience in a military, not-for-profit, multicultural and/or global organization preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively on a high-performing team.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral communications. Ability to customize communications and outreach for targeted donor audiences.
• Knowledge of various software programs including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Outlook. Prior experience with Raiser’s Edge preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Ability to interact with USO Leadership, the general public and military audiences at a variety of levels with integrity and professionalism.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment related to controversial and/or culturally sensitive subjects. Ability to handle confidential information with tact and poise.
• Punctual, organized, self-motivated and able to quickly and easily adapt to changing organizational needs.
• Ability to achieve desired results while working collaboratively in a team environment. Willingness and ability to work non-standard hours and/or overtime as needed.
• Ability to perform basic math and follow proper cash/donation handling and reporting procedures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain proper credentials necessary to access USO Center locations and facilities including but not limited to security, credit and/or background screening, SOFA status, valid driver’s license.
• Must be a strong advocate of the USO’s mission to strengthen America’s military service members by keeping them connected to family, home and country, throughout their service to the nation.

Details:

• This temporary position is located in Arlington, VA. Preference will be given to local candidates within commuting distance to the location.
• Resume and cover letter are required for full consideration.