Development Associate

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Want to build a career in political fundraising and help fuel the liberty movement at the same time?

Young Americans for Liberty is launching and developing the next generation of fundraising professionals. As a Development Associate, you won’t just “assist”, you’ll be on the front lines of donor outreach, relationship-building, and revenue generation that powers real impact.

This is a paid, six-month, part-time, fully remote program designed for ambitious, mission-aligned talent ready to grow fast, work hard, and make liberty win.

About the role

The Development Associate Program is a hands-on training experience within YAL’s Development Department. You will be a member of the next cohort of Development Associates, reporting directly to the Director of Donor Advancement, and working closely with the Donor Relations team to support major donor fundraising efforts for both YAL and its sister organization, Young Americans for Liberty Foundation.

Your primary focus will be scheduling meetings with major donors, conducting prospect research, stewarding contributors through gratitude calls, and directly soliciting donations from assigned lists. You will track every interaction with precision and operate with a high level of professionalism, as you regularly communicate with donors who represent a significant financial investment in both organization’s respective missions.

This role is performance-driven and growth-oriented. You will receive structured training, reading assignments, and direct feedback throughout the six-month term. By the end of the program, you will have developed the foundational skills to launch a career in political fundraising.

This is a 6-month, part-time (20 hours per week), fully remote temporary position. The next cohort will run from April through September. 

High-performing Development Associates may be considered for contract renewal or full-time opportunities at YAL.

This position reports directly to the Director of Donor Advancement.
📍 Location: Remote

What you'll do

Schedule Meetings with Major Donors 

• Work from an assigned list of donors and prospects to schedule meetings with YAL representatives.
• Conduct outreach primarily by phone, with follow-up via text and email as appropriate.
• Document all outreach activity thoroughly in CRM systems.

Donor Research

• Research donor prospects to identify high-capacity individuals.
• Prepare and submit research reports to the Donor Relations team.
• Follow established research guidelines and protocols.

Donor Stewardship – Thank You Calls/Discovery Calls 

• Call donors to express appreciation for recent contributions.
• Conduct Discovery calls with new YAL Donors 
• Document detailed notes from each interaction.

Direct Donation Solicitation 

• Call donors from provided lists to request contributions.
• Follow up via email and text as appropriate.
• Track and document all interactions.

Training & Personal Development 

• Complete assigned books and training materials.
• Engage actively in training sessions.
• Take detailed notes and apply feedback.

What Success Looks Like

• You demonstrate measurable improvement in call confidence, persuasion, and follow-up execution over the course of the program.
• You consistently schedule qualified meetings with donors from your assigned list.
• Donor interactions are thoroughly documented, organized, and actionable for the Donor Relations team.
• Donors report positive, professional, and mission-aligned experiences when engaging with you.
• You complete all training materials and actively apply feedback to improve performance.
• You operate with professionalism, urgency, and alignment with YAL’s mission at all times.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to track calls, emails, texts, and notes with accuracy and consistency.
• Clear and confident verbal and written communication skills; comfortable speaking on the phone and engaging new contacts.
• Alignment with YAL’s mission and a genuine belief in the principles of individual liberty.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to conduct basic research and summarize findings clearly.
• Professional, respectful, and tactful in all communications.
• Comfortable using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Gmail) and willing to learn CRM systems and outreach tools.
• Able to manage assigned outreach lists and follow through on tasks without constant oversight.
• Coachable, growth-oriented, and eager to develop new skills in fundraising and donor communication.

Compensation & Benefits

Position type: Temporary Part-time | FLSA status: Non-Exempt

Hours: 20 hours per week

Compensation: $1,400 USD per month

To Apply

Please submit:

• Cover letter outlining your interest in YAL and this opportunity
• Resume