Development Associate in San Francisco, California at San Francisco Friends

Development Associate

Starting in July/ August, 2026, Full-Time

The San Francisco Friends School (SFFS), located in the heart of the Mission District in San Francisco, educates K-8 students in the tradition of Quaker learning. By example and commitment, we hope to inspire all connected with our school to work together toward a peaceful and caring society. For further information about San Francisco Friends School’s beginnings, mission, and philosophy, please visit our website at www.sffriendsschool.org.

The school seeks staff who resonate with the Friends School mission, which provides an exemplary education in a community dedicated to problem-solving, service to others, simplicity, social justice, and quiet reflection. Our Quaker mission also compels us to create a diverse and inclusive community; we seek a person who will thrive and contribute to such a community, both within and beyond the walls of the school.

Job Summary:

The school is looking for a detail-loving, people-centered Development Associate to join our fundraising team. This is a role for someone who gets genuinely excited about clean data, meaningful donor relationships, and the behind-the-scenes work that makes generosity possible. You'll report directly to our Director of Development and get hands-on experience across every facet of nonprofit fundraising, building a foundation for a long career in this field.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee donor database (Raiser's Edge), including data hygiene and reporting
• Partner in the development and implementation of a robust Alumni program, including all aspects of celebrating the school’s 25th anniversary in 2027
• Support annual giving campaigns by managing mailings, drafting acknowledgment letters, and pulling donor reports
• Help plan and coordinate department events from logistics to day-of execution, including annual spring community party, GrandFriends Day, and donor cultivation events
• Assist with donor research, prospect tracking, and moves management support
• Manage the production of the weekly all-school and all-staff newsletters
• Collaborate closely with the Director of Development to keep the team organized and moving forward

Qualifications

Must demonstrate:

• 1-3 years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or a related field
• Highly organized
• Clear, warm-writer
• Skill with office software and technology

Preferred Qualities:

• Raiser’s Edge experience
• Energized by mission-driven work
• Eager to grow into a well-rounded fundraising professional

Compensation and Benefit Summary:

Full-time, administrative position, competitive, non-exempt salary based on experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits are offered, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and matching 403(b).

$36.92 - $43.27 hourly ($75,000 to $90,000 annually)

EEO Commitment:
The San Francisco Friends School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. The school also makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities; candidates who need accommodations in order to apply for this position should request an accommodation as part of the submission of interest.

Employment Clearances required:

• SB 848 Reference Checks
• Livescan Background
• US Employment eligibility
• TB Clearance certificate