Development Assistant

Easterseals PORT Health is looking for a high-energy, detail-loving, people-centered Development Assistant to support our fundraising and donor engagement efforts. If you love keeping teams organized, telling meaningful stories, and making sure the small things never fall through the cracks, this role is your perfect match.

As the Development Assistant
, you will play a key role in supporting the fundraising, donor engagement, and operational success of Easterseals PORT Health’s Development team. You’ll work closely with the Chief Development Officer to manage schedules, prepare materials, coordinate donor communications, steward fundraising activities, and keep our donor database organized and accurate. Your work ensures our mission can grow, our donors feel valued, and our team operates smoothly.

You are often the connecting thread between our internal operations and the community of partners who support our programs.

This is a Monday to Friday, 9am – 5:30pm position, with occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends to support events and donor engagement activities. We also offer a full benefits package for benefits-eligible positions.

• Competitive pay: $19 - 21.97/hr based on experience.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• Life and Disability Insurance (company paid).
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program and legal services support.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer.

• Provide administrative support to the Chief Development Officer, including scheduling, meeting coordination, and document preparation.
• Maintain the donor CRM, update records, run reports, and ensure timely donor acknowledgments.
• Support fundraising campaigns, donation tracking, mailings, and appeals.
• Conduct prospect and donor research to help strengthen our stewardship efforts.
• Assist with event logistics, including fundraising events and volunteer engagement activities.
• Respond to emails and calls coming into the Development office and route appropriately.
• Manage inventories for Development supplies and marketing materials.
• Handle donor information with care, confidentiality, and professionalism.

• Minimum 3 years of administrative experience (5+ preferred).
• Strong written communication, organization, and research skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams/Zoom, Canva, and CRM platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to support occasional evening/weekend events.
• Nonprofit or development experience preferred.
• Associate's degree in Business, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Passion for serving the community and advancing our mission.

Join a team where work isn't just something you do — it's a purpose. Bring your expertise to a mission that matters. Apply now at  or send your resume to

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy, compassionate partner providing exceptional disability, behavioral health and addiction treatment services to help our neighbors live their best lives. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600-member team provides meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults and families in 11,000 home, facility and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.

Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Diverse Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!