Development Account Associate (Cleantech Incubator, Non-profit)

Bachelor’s degree or similar experience

Three to four years of relevant experience in nonprofit fundraising,  business development, high-net-worth ($1M+ in charitable/liquid assets), client support, sales, account management, fundraising support, or development

Strong interpersonal and communication skills that enable work in a collaborative environment

Ability to receive feedback and coaching, work independently and collaboratively, and to maintain confidentiality and discretion

Ability to write clear, concise, and accurate documents in American English

Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM platform,  Google Suite, PowerPoint and project management software

: Associate/Manager Range $64-73k commensurate with experience, education, skills, etc and total compensation package including health benefits, 401k match, professional development, commuter benefits and more.

In addition to working on a campus with other innovators, we offer industry competitive benefits including:  paid holidays, vacation/sick time, health benefits, 401(k) plan, professional development, and paid parking. We also support alternative transportation with a metro pass for every employee.

The Development Account Associate helps the Development department sustain and grow the funding LACI needs to accomplish its mission. Reporting directly to the VP of Development, the Account Associate is a key role in supporting and developing funder relationships, and generating general operating support and program funding from the private sector, corporate philanthropy, and high-net-worth/individual giving (HNWIs).

The Account Associate will prospect and generate leads and support all aspects of the account management process, including but not limited to: preparing and presenting strategic presentations and proposals, leading on funder agreements and engagement plans, onboarding new accounts, managing CRM data, and event fundraising. Success in the role requires adept interpersonal skills, specialized relationship building, and a passion for data and getting to ‘yes’, as well as excellent verbal and written communication, and project and time management.

Support Business Development

: Research, evaluate, and generate qualified mission-aligned leads across the private sector, corporate foundations, and individual giving/HNWI possessing at least $1M in charitable or liquid assets.

Maintain Salesforce CRM

The Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) is a nonprofit organization creating an inclusive green economy by unlocking innovation (through working with startups to accelerate the commercialization of clean technologies), transforming markets (through catalytic partnerships in zero emission transportation, clean energy and sustainable cities) and enhancing communities (through workforce development, pilots and other programs). Originally founded as an economic development initiative by the City of Los Angeles and its Department of Water & Power (LADWP), LACI is recognized as one of the most innovative business incubators in the world. Learn more at

laci.org