Administrative Support (Part-Time Temporary)

Lutheran Social Services of Southern California began in December 1944 when a group of Lutheran congregations in San Diego came together to discuss how to better assist families in need. They began discussing how to form a Welfare Commission. Their vision expanded when they came together with another group of Lutheran congregations in Los Angeles having the very same conversation. Lutheran Social Services of Southern California was officially incorporated in 1946 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit social service agency. The mission has stayed true to its earliest beginnings, to be a servant to those in need. Today LSSSC serves thousands of individuals and families throughout Southern California with over 45 programs/services at 18 locations. We are part of the Lutheran Services in America (LSA) network and strive to serve those in need with dignity and respect.

Lutheran Social Services of Southern California’s Mission: Ignited by faith, we live out God’s love by embracing, equipping and empowering vulnerable individuals, families and communities toward self-sufficiency.

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Part-Time Temporary Administrative Support professional to assist our Development Department. This role will be 25 hours per week and provide essential administrative and clerical support to the fundraising and donor relations functions of the organization. The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with data entry and recordkeeping in the donor database (Virtuous – experience in equivalent acceptable e.g., Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge)
• Support the preparation of donor acknowledgment letters and mailings
• Maintain organized digital and physical files related to fundraising activities
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, donor events, and other department activities
• Assist with grant tracking and reporting as needed
• Provide general administrative support to the Development team, including document formatting, research, and correspondence
• Other duties as assigned to support fundraising and development initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. 
• 1–2 years of relevant administrative or nonprofit experience, preferably in a development or fundraising environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with donor management systems or CRM software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Interest in the nonprofit sector and commitment to the mission of Lutheran Social Services of Southern California.