Advancement Associate

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Hiring Remotely in Bethesda, MD
In-Office or Remote
Mid level
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The Role
The Advancement Associate will drive fundraising efforts by managing donor outreach, maintaining data accuracy in Salesforce, and supporting event coordination.
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Discover Your Impact at MLT

At MLT, we’re more than just a workplace; you'll be part of a dynamic team that's setting the standard for what ambitious, forward-thinking work looks like. We move with purpose, value big ideas, and give our people the runway to lead and make an impact where it counts. Here, your work directly supports programs that develop the next generation of leaders, helping talented professionals grow, succeed, and make meaningful contributions. The reasons our people love working at MLT are as unique as they are. Come join us and discover the power of doing work that truly matters.

As the Advancement Associate on the Advancement Team, you will play a critical role in driving MLT’s fundraising and engagement efforts. MLT is looking for an exceptional team member who will support both the Advancement Department and the broader organization through existing and prospective donor outreach, moves management, and other donor-facing activities. You will also help strengthen the operational backbone of the team by maintaining clean, accurate data and systems that power our fundraising work. In this highly collaborative role, you will work closely with Advancement teammates, senior leaders, and cross-functional partners across MLT. Success in this role looks like someone who is detail-oriented, highly organized, and proactive, someone who ensures no donor touchpoint or data entry falls through the cracks. You will help ensure our team is equipped to engage donors with excellence, directly supporting MLT’s ability to scale impact and advance its mission.

What will you be engaged in day-to-day?

  • Conducting prospect and donor research to support tailored engagement materials, donor profiles, and philanthropic briefings.
  • Preparing and coordinating donor-facing materials, such as presentations, pledge letters, and personalized stewardship deliverables.
  • Ensuring accurate and timely data management in Salesforce, including updates to donor profiles, opportunities, payment records, and documentation.
  • Supporting annual giving efforts by managing timely acknowledgments and donor stewardship communications.
  • Assisting the Finance team with audit support, including invoicing, monthly reconciliation, and past-due payment tracking.
  • Coordinating Advancement’s internal event invitation process and supporting cross-functional collaboration for MLT program events and team meetings.
  • Maintaining and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) for gift processing, quality assurance, and data operations.
  • Supporting charity rating submissions and maintaining third-party records to strengthen MLT’s philanthropic profile.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.

What qualifications would help you succeed in this role?

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Minimum 3-5+ years of professional experience in a relevant field.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail; proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across stakeholders.
  • 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 a plus.

Working at MLT

People-First Culture
Our people-first approach is grounded in the vision of our Founder and CEO, John Rice.  We believe that when our people thrive, our impact deepens, which is why we prioritize well-being, connection, and continuous growth at every level.

You’ll get:
-Access to LinkedIn Learning, Harvard Business Review, and MLT-hosted sessions to grow your skills and expand your network
-Team retreats, employee recognition, and Employee Affinity Groups (EAGs) that celebrate our wins and deepen community
-Opportunities to connect through virtual socials, fireside chats, and coffee chatsUse of AI-driven tools and cutting-edge technology to bring bold ideas to life
-Work Together Wednesdays dedicated to team collaboration, brainstorming, and alignment

Rest & Recharge
We know that recharging your energy and maintaining well-being are essential to bringing your best self to work and life. That’s why we create space for rest and focus throughout your week and year.

You’ll get:
-15+ days of paid time off annually, plus 10 paid holidays
-Early wrap-ups on Summer Fridays so you can enjoy more daylight and downtime
-Focus Fridays dedicated to deep work, self-reflection, and personal development
-Wellness sessions with colleagues to build mental health resilience and manage stress

Flexibility & Balance
We trust you to manage your work schedule and location to optimize productivity while maintaining a healthy personal and professional life. Prioritizing your well-being supports sustainable performance and engagement.

You’ll get:
-Hybrid or remote roles designed to give you the flexibility needed to do your best work
-In-person collaboration opportunities, such as retreats, local gatherings, and flexible modern workspaces that reduce isolation and build community
-High-quality shared workspaces designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and connection
-Seamless digital tools and platforms designed to keep you connected, focused, and supported regardless of location
-Wellness resources designed to support your mental, physical, and emotional well-being

Learn more about our benefits
At MLT, we believe that when our people thrive, our impact grows. Explore our benefits overview to see how we support your physical, mental, and financial well-being so you can bring your best self to work and beyond. You'll also enjoy access to exclusive perks and discounts on travel, entertainment, and everyday essentials through MLT’s employee benefits platform.

MLT Benefits Overview 

About Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT)
MLT is a national nonprofit committed to expanding economic opportunities and building a more inclusive economy. For over 20 years, MLT has provided enterprising young people with a proven playbook for economic mobility and has partnered with the world’s leading employers to help them recruit the best talent from all backgrounds, develop their next generation of leaders, and create cultures of fairness where all employees can thrive. Learn more at mlt.org.

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The Company
HQ: Washington, DC
1,628 Employees
Year Founded: 2002

What We Do

Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT) is a non-profit organization that is changing the face of leadership across sectors and driving breakthrough results for individuals and institutions. MLT has established a clear and comprehensive Black equity standard for employers through the MLT Black Equity at Work Certification.

The Certification provides the roadmap and the recognition necessary to enable and encourage employers across America to make the shift from perpetuating the Black inequity problem to propelling the Black equity solution. Becoming MLT Black Equity at Work Certified requires employers to take the same results-oriented approach with Black equity as they do with quarterly earnings and other core business priorities.

MLT supports high-achieving African Americans, Latinx, and Native Americans with a winning professional playbook, one-on-one coaching, and door-opening relationships that accelerate their career paths from college to MBA to senior leadership. MLT has created a thriving network of more than 8,000 Rising Leaders and is fundamentally transforming the diverse talent pipelines at its partner organizations, including more than 150 leading corporations, nonprofits, and business schools.

MLT is a leading source of minority talent for top graduate business schools and for many of the nation's premier corporations including Amazon, Boston Consulting Group, Citi, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, Google, Greylock Partners, PepsiCo, and Target. MLT's innovative solution has also resulted in strategic partnerships with leading philanthropies such as the Ballmer Group, Citi Foundation, Cognizant U.S. Foundation, Ford Foundation, MacArthur Foundation, New Profit, Inc., and the Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Foundation. MLT has been featured on the cover of Fortune, in The Atlantic, the Wall Street Journal and the Washington Post. For more information, visit MLT.org.

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