About The Just Trust

The Just Trust is a philanthropic intermediary that works to build the public, political and financial will needed to protect and advance durable reforms to the justice system – state by state and across the country.

By mobilizing resources and amplifying the work of nonprofit organizations, policy experts, and advocates, we collaborate across political lines to catalyze public safety and more just outcomes within the justice system. Our strategic investments include innovation and transformative projects to ensure bold ideas for transformation drive systemic change. Learn more here.

Mission + Vision

Our mission at The Just Trust is to ensure that the next chapter of justice reform in America is nimble, adaptable, well-funded, and able to make progress through the pendulum of politics and culture. By connecting diverse groups of donors with smart investments at the local, state and national level, we can help steward a generations-long effort for justice and safety into the lasting solutions communities want and deserve.

TJT’s vision is to transform the justice system into a fair and just engine that fosters public safety for all because we envision safe, thriving communities in every corner of the country, strengthened by the existence of a much smaller, more humane justice system that prevents crime, centers safety, and fosters real accountability, rehabilitation, and healing.

Our Hiring Approach

At The Just Trust we know that our collective success depends on building a team that includes diverse and talented people who share our commitment to justice and creating pathways to opportunity for those adversely impacted by the justice system. This includes individuals with different backgrounds, unique perspectives, and distinctive lived experiences. In addition, we believe in building teams with people from different backgrounds, diverse experiences and political beliefs, and who are not afraid to challenge each other's assumptions or contribute fresh perspectives. To that end, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those from traditionally underrepresented groups, and value the unique perspectives that a diverse and inclusive team brings to our work.

If this sounds like the place for you, keep reading.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Development Associate to support our fundraising operations, donor engagement efforts, and campaign execution. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of fundraising operations, CRM databases, and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across teams. This person also loves systems, staying organized, and getting things over the finish line. They thrive in a fast-paced environment and are energized by the behind-the-scenes work that makes fundraising successful.

The Development Associate plays a vital role in ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of our fundraising and development operations. This position provides cross-cutting support across CRM and data management, donor engagement, campaign coordination, and grant management. Working collaboratively with the development team, the [Job Title] will maintain accurate donor and grant records, support the execution of fundraising campaigns and events, and help ensure timely, personalized, and strategic donor engagement. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and communication skills, and comfort working with data and project management tools.

Essential Duties

CRM & Fundraising Operations 30%

Maintain accurate donor records and data in the CRM system
Run reports and support the team with donor pipeline and moves management
Support list management, data hygiene, and campaign tracking

Donor Engagement Support 30%

Draft donor briefings and engagement plans in collaboration with team members
Coordinate prospect research and information gathering for key meetings
Assist with donor communications and acknowledgments

Campaign & Project Management 45%

Track and manage fundraising campaigns in Asana or similar project management tools
Support coordination and execution of campaign timelines and deliverables
Provide logistical and administrative support across campaign projects

Grant Management 15%

Assisting with the preparation of grant proposals and reports.
Tracking grant deadlines and ensuring timely submissions.
Managing grant data and reporting.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications

3-5 years experience supporting a fundraising team with operations and project management
Prior experience with a CRM platform (e.g., Salesforce, EveryAction, Raiser’s Edge, etc.) TJT uses Bloomerang
Previous experience working on a fundraising or development team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and project management abilities
Knowledge of grant writing and management
Collaborative team player with a high degree of integrity and attention to detail
Previous experience working in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization

Nice-to-Haves

Experience with project management platforms (e.g., Asana, Trello)
Background in prospect research or event planning
Experience in the criminal justice system or working for criminal justice reform organizations
Experience planning and implementation of events
Experience with UHNW and HNW donors

Personal Characteristics

Self-starter with a proactive mindset
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Curious, eager to learn, and open to feedback
Values alignment with our mission and organizational culture
The ability to thrive in a dynamic and rapidly growing organization that requires you to flex between strategic, operational, and tactical levels
A deep alignment and commitment to criminal justice reform.

Physical Demands

Able to work on a computer, including sitting at a desk, for extended periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation.
Manual dexterity to operate a keyboard.
Able to see or read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids.
Able to speak clearly and in audible tones on the phone and in person and be understood by others.
Able to hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone.
Able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Able to occasionally lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
Minimum travel will be required for this position.

The person holding this position may also work part-time for a coordinated project, The Just Trust for Action, a 501(c)(4) organization, under a resource-sharing agreement between The Just Trust for Education and The Just Trust for Action. The responsibilities under that position will be overseen by The Just Trust’s CEO.

Benefits

The Just Trust offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

100% Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for staff and dependents
Up to 10% employer match on 401k contributions and pre-tax benefits
Our company provides 4 weeks of vacation and 2 weeks of personal time off as well as 10 paid holidays and 2 weeks of paid office closures.
All full-time employees are eligible for a $50 fitness and $50 internet stipend as well as a $75 monthly reimbursement for phone use.
A fully remote organization that has a deep commitment to transparency, employee development, and a people first culture - we work hard and we also have fun.

The salary range for this role is $80,000 to $100,000 depending on experience. The Just Trust is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. TJT’s work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.

How to Apply

The Just Trust and JUMP recognize that AI tools can potentially help candidates develop cover letters and applications. All employees of TJT are hired because of their skills and expertise, and applicants should use AI only to augment their work, not create it. Apply online with your cover letter and resume here.

Development Associate