Shaylah Davis

Administrative Assistant @The Salvation Army

US

In my current role, I provide administrative and operational support to the Gift Planning team, directly assisting two directors in managing internal workflows, donor communications, and ongoing development initiatives. I help coordinate quarterly Lunch & Learn donor workshops from start to finish—handling logistics, drafting outreach emails, managing RSVPs, and ensuring event materials are prepared and delivered on time.I also support donor stewardship efforts by preparing acknowledgment letters, updating records in our internal systems, and responding to donor inquiries via phone and email. In addition to event and donor support, I manage scheduling, track expenses, handle purchase orders, and assist with meeting prep and follow-up.I’m proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and use these tools regularly for reports, presentations, and tracking tasks. This role has deepened my ability to balance detailed administrative responsibilities with relationship-centered work that supports meaningful donor engagement.

UC Irvine

Bachelor's degree, Literary Journalism