Staff at Children and Screens: Institute of Digital Media and Child Development are committed to the organization’s mission of helping children lead healthy digital lives. We offer a fully remote work environment defined by collaboration and expertise.

Children and Screens accepts applications exclusively through careers@childrenandscreens.org. Any request for materials to a different address should be considered fraudulent.

Position Type: Full-time

Reports to: Executive Operations Manager, with dotted-line support to the Development and Impact Manager

Position Summary

The Development and Operations Associate will provide high-quality administrative, coordination, and data management support to enable the Development and Impact Manager and Executive Operations Manager to operate effectively. This role focuses on execution, organization, and follow-through. The Associate will support defined workflows, maintain accurate records, track action items, and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks across development and administrative functions.

Core Responsibilities: Development Support

CRM & Donor Data Administration

    • Enter, update, and maintain donor and prospect records in the CRM under the direction of the Development and Impact Manager.
    • Process donations accurately and in a timely manner.
    • Ensure donor records are complete, current, and well-organized.
    • Assist with data cleanup, list preparation, and reporting as assigned.
    • Flag data inconsistencies or system issues for review by the Development and Impact Manager.

Gift Processing & Acknowledgements

    • Prepare and draft donor acknowledgements and receipts using established templates and workflows.
    • Track donation-related documentation and correspondence.
    • Support stewardship workflows by ensuring timely execution of assigned tasks.
    • Ensure gift processing follows internal controls and approval protocols; escalate discrepancies or unusual transactions promptly.

Development Operations

    • Prepare draft fundraising and activity reports for review by the Development and Impact Manager.
    • Track development deadlines, deliverables, and reporting timelines.
    • Provide logistical and administrative support for fundraising campaigns and events.
    • Assist with grant tracking, document organization, and reporting logistics as assigned.

Core Responsibilities: Administrative & Executive Support

Executive & Board Support

    • Provide scheduling, calendar coordination, and meeting logistics support for the Executive Director as assigned by the Executive Operations Manager.
    • Assist with preparation of meeting materials, agendas, and follow-up action items.
    • Support logistical coordination for virtual or in-person Board meetings and retreats. 
      • Note: most board activities are virtual.

Inbound Communications & Coordination

    • Support the Executive Operations Manager in monitoring shared inboxes, phone, and mail; route inquiries to appropriate staff.
    • Ensure timely, professional responses using established protocols.

Operations & Systems Support

    • Assist the Executive Operations Manager in maintaining organizational records, including contracts, subscriptions, policies, and vendor documentation.
    • Provide administrative coordination for work led by external consultants (finance, legal, IT, HR), including scheduling and document management.
    • Track administrative action items tied to the Strategic Plan and provide status updates.
    • Support payroll processing, reimbursements, and leave tracking as directed.
    • Assist with staff retreats, internal meetings, and occasional in-person events.
    • Support cross-functional projects by tracking timelines, documentation, and task completion.

Recruitment & HR Administration

    • Support recruitment logistics, including posting positions, scheduling interviews, and onboarding/offboarding coordination.
    • Assist with maintaining personnel files and internal policy documentation.
    • Support compliance-related documentation and administrative tasks.

Qualifications

    • Undergraduate degree or comparable work experience.
    • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable.
    • Comfortable working from task lists and direction.
    • Strong written communication and data-entry skills.
    • Experience working in a CRM or donor database (e.g., Raiser’s Edge or similar).
    • Experience supporting development or administrative functions in a nonprofit environment preferred.
    • Demonstrates discretion and care with confidential information.

Compensation

Salary range: $52,000 – $62,000, commensurate with experience. Medical stipend provided along with paid leave and holidays.

Location and Equipment

Fully remote; applicants must be based in the United States.  Employees will use their own devices for remote work, and equipment will not be supplied by the Institute for remote work, except in rare circumstances at the discretion of Institute leadership.  Equipment supplied by the employee will be maintained by the employee. The Institute accepts no responsibility for damage or repairs to employee-owned equipment. Wifi or wired internet access will be provided by the employee.

Why Join Children and Screens?

    • Advance research-driven solutions that improve children’s health and well-being in the digital age.
    • Influence policymakers and national conversations shaping children’s media environments.
    • Join a small, mission-driven team where your leadership directly impacts fundraising success.

Application Procedure

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Children and Screens is an equal opportunity employer.

Children and Screens accepts applications exclusively through careers@childrenandscreens.org.

Position Overview

Children and Screens: Institute of Digital Media and Child Development is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Children and Screens Impact Fellowship. This year-long opportunity is available for six students who are deeply committed to understanding the intersection of digital media and child development and are passionate about helping young people lead healthy lives in a digital world.

Children and Screens Impact Fellows will work closely with our dedicated team to further the Institute’s mission to advance and support interdisciplinary research, inform and educate the public, and influence sound public policy for child health and wellness. Fellows will directly contribute to Institute programs, including planning and executing the Webby-nominated Ask the Experts webinar series, reading and disseminating scientific literature, supporting policy efforts, and creating informative, engaging content for public education efforts.

In addition to contributing to the Institute’s projects and mission, this fellowship offers a variety of benefits to selected fellows, including but not limited to:

    • Growing science communication skills through work on multiple public-facing media 
    • Building experience assessing and meeting the needs of diverse stakeholders
    • Learning more about the relationship between research and policy, and applying research, writing, and analytic skills to support policy tasks
    • Working closely with a team of PhD-level staff and other fellows through weekly meetings and collaborative projects 
    • Receiving direct mentorship from a member of the research staff
    • Gaining opportunities for networking, including both virtual connections as well as an in-person event 
    • Devising and completing a capstone project which leverages their own research interests and expertise in support of the Institute’s mission
    • Staying current on literature in the field 
    • Positively impacting families and communities by disseminating research and developing evidence-based resources

The ideal candidate is an advanced graduate student studying psychology, public health, sociology, communications, policy or political science, or related fields. Our staff prides itself on providing support and real-world experiences to help students develop their skills, and we are happy to assist with any academic credit requirements.

Students will be part-time employees of the Institute, working 15 hours per week from June 01, 2026 – May 28, 2027. The Fellowship will be conducted remotely, and candidates should be authorized to work in the United States or Canada. To apply, please follow the instructions below.

Application Deadline

Friday, March 6, 2026.

Fellowship Timeline

June 01, 2026 – May 28, 2027, 15 hours per week.

Eligibility

The ideal candidates will possess some or all of the following qualifications:

    • Graduate student in good academic standing at an accredited program in the United States or Canada
    • Demonstrated interest in the study of digital media and its impacts on child development
    • Ability to read and critically assess academic literature and scholarly articles
    • Basic knowledge of research methods and/or policy efforts related to digital media and youth
    • Extraordinary work ethic; commitment to achieving excellence
    • Outstanding organizational skills with strong attention to detail
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Demonstrated leadership capacity
    • Capability to respond to general guidance and work independently and with a team in a remote setting
    • Ability to attend regular weekly meetings with staff and other fellows during standard business operating hours
    • Proficiency in all Google applications, especially Drive, Sheets, Docs, and Gmail

Application Procedure

Children and Screens: Institute of Digital Media and Child Development values equity, transparency, and clarity in pay. The hourly salary for this fellowship is $17/hr USD. Children and Screens is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.

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