Job Description
Company Description
Summerhouse Houston is dedicated to supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), their families, and the wider community. Through initiatives in employment, volunteer opportunities, and partnerships, the organization fosters a culture of belonging, choice, and respect. Summerhouse Houston’s mission emphasizes empowering individuals while creating a more inclusive and supportive society for all.
Role Description
The Advancement Associate is a full-time, on-site role based in Houston, TX. This individual will support fundraising initiatives, donor relations, and community engagement efforts to ensure the organization’s goals are met. Responsibilities include coordinating donor communications, assisting with event planning, maintaining donor databases, conducting research for funding opportunities, and collaborating with team members on advancement strategies. The Advancement Associate will play a key part in fostering relationships with stakeholders to promote the mission of Summerhouse Houston.
Qualifications
• Strong written and verbal communication, content creation, and donor communication skills
• Experience in fundraising, event planning, and community engagement
• Proficiency with donor database software, CRM tools, and experience in data management
• Organizational and project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with donors, community partners, and stakeholders
• Understanding of nonprofit operations and experience in advancing mission-driven organizations is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Nonprofit Management, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
Summerhouse Houston is dedicated to supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), their families, and the wider community. Through initiatives in employment, volunteer opportunities, and partnerships, the organization fosters a culture of belonging, choice, and respect. Summerhouse Houston’s mission emphasizes empowering individuals while creating a more inclusive and supportive society for all.
Role Description
The Advancement Associate is a full-time, on-site role based in Houston, TX. This individual will support fundraising initiatives, donor relations, and community engagement efforts to ensure the organization’s goals are met. Responsibilities include coordinating donor communications, assisting with event planning, maintaining donor databases, conducting research for funding opportunities, and collaborating with team members on advancement strategies. The Advancement Associate will play a key part in fostering relationships with stakeholders to promote the mission of Summerhouse Houston.
Qualifications
• Strong written and verbal communication, content creation, and donor communication skills
• Experience in fundraising, event planning, and community engagement
• Proficiency with donor database software, CRM tools, and experience in data management
• Organizational and project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with donors, community partners, and stakeholders
• Understanding of nonprofit operations and experience in advancing mission-driven organizations is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Nonprofit Management, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Advancement Associate position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Houston offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
