MLT is looking for an exceptional Advancement Associate who will support the Advancement Department and organization in existing and prospective donor outreach, moves management, other donor-facing activities, and Advancement operations. The Advancement Associate will be an integral part of the fundraising and engagement efforts of the Advancement Department.

 The MLT Advancement Associate:

Supports donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts through activities such as:

• Plays a key role in preparing and supporting staff members for successful donor meetings
• Performs research, such as organization and individual profiles and data gathering from internal and external sources, and
• Prepares and coordinating materials, for example, tailored donor presentations and pledge letters.
• Supports annual giving plan creation and tracking, for example in the planning, execution, and CRM logging of communications, activities, and tasks.
• Supports direct response campaigns, for example, project management and building and testing campaign emails in Hubspot,
• Supports events, for example in building invitation lists, tracking RSVPs and communications, and contributing at events.
• Creates donor gratitude deliverables, for example, cards and multimedia presentations.
• Supports operations, for example, gift processing, preparing acknowledgment letters, and ensuring accurate and timely data capture in systems such as Salesforce.
• Interacts directly with donors and other external stakeholders, such as through monitoring and responding to the department’s general email inbox and supporting events attended by donors, MLT Fellows and Alumni, and other stakeholders.
• Supports team logistics and effectiveness, for example through coordinating regular team virtual and in-person meetings, disseminating agendas and reports, and tracking action items and notes via AI tools.
• Other duties and special projects, as assigned.

Required Competencies, Qualifications, and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree required and 2+ years of professional experience
• Diligent, conscientious, and proactive, with the ability and desire to work in a fast-paced environment and support a growing team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to anticipate needs and form productive, positive, mutually beneficial relationships throughout the organization.
• Strong organizational and project management skills and attention to detail, with a proven track record of completing projects and meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability and interest in using technology tools, and commitment to data integrity and maximizing its usage to advance MLT’s mission. Knowledge of Google Suite, Salesforce CRM, web-based biographical and wealth-rating platforms, and Asana project management is a plus.

What We Offer

Inspiring Work

-Transform lives and contribute to a larger social cause

-Quickly see measurable impact from your work

-Make your mark during a critical growth phase for MLT

-Opportunity to work with the visionary leader, John Rice

Community

-Weekly virtual and in-person happy hours 

-Employee Affinity Groups (EAGs)

Professional Development

-Regular skill-development seminars hosted by our industry-leading partners

-Regularly scheduled lunch-and-learns

Benefits Package

-Health and dental insurance

-Workplace flexibility

-Paid holidays

-Transit benefits

About Management Leadership For Tomorrow (MLT)

At Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT), our purpose is clear: we aim to advance racial equity by elevating economic and career paths for People of Color. Established in 2002, MLT is a national nonprofit committed to closing racial wealth gaps. We believe individuals of Black, Latine, and Native American (BLNA) descent should not only survive, but thrive. Spanning from college to senior-level positions, including C-suite and boards of directors, our comprehensive programs for BLNA talent have impacted over 10,000 people. 

Today, we partner with over 200 notable organizations across a variety of fields including tech, finance, and education. With over two decades of experience in developing and implementing racial equity strategies, MLT provides organizations with a winning DEI playbook, strategies, and tactics. Our Racial Equity at Work Certification Programs set a clear standard and roadmap for companies that are committed to advancing Black and Hispanic Equity in their workplaces. Join us at MLT to reshape the corporate landscape, where your journey propels both personal growth and collective equity in our communities.

Commitment to Diversity

MLT embraces diversity and welcomes individuals from all walks of life. We strongly encourage People of Color (POC), LGBTQIA+ community members, and transgender/non-binary individuals to apply. Our organizational strength thrives on our differences, and we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, authentic workplace where everyone can flourish. 

COVID Statement 

MLT is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace, and to modeling the highest degree of health standards for our Fellows, our Partners, and the communities we serve. We expect all MLT employees and contractors to be fully vaccinated - including the booster regimen - against the coronavirus (COVID-19), in accordance with ADA accommodations. Visitors to MLT’s office in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) locations or remote work sites should also expect to comply with this requirement.

Please apply to a position with MLT ONLY if you are willing and able to prove that you are fully vaccinated against the coronavirus, regardless of work location.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

We're an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.