Job Openings

See also Outreach Coordinator

Development Coordinator

 

Scope of Responsibility:  The Development Coordinator supports the Director of Development in all aspects of fundraising work, with primary responsibility for preparing foundation proposals and reports, coordinating fundraising events, and providing support for such activities such as the Help the Homeless Walkathon,  Partner Parish contributions program, United Way/ Combined Federal Campaigns (CFC), etc.  The Development Coordinator also makes educational and promotional presentations about Samaritan Ministry to various audiences.

 

Major Responsibilities:

1) Support All Fundraising Activities

• Supports the Director of Development in all fundraising activities including (but not limited to) special events and the cultivation, solicitation and appreciation of donations from individuals, foundations, corporations, partner parishes, and other churches organizations.
• Develops/writes grant and other funding proposals to foundations, corporations and government agencies, and prepares associated reports, acknowledgements, and schedules.
• Coordinates logistics for various fundraising events such as Next Step Giving Society (i.e. major donor) events, Mardi Gras/celebration fundraisers, Next Step Experiences (i.e. come-and-see events), etc.

2) Represent SMGW to Current and Prospective Supporters and Donors

• Assists the Director of Development and others in representing SMGW to current and prospective partner parishes, other supporters and donors, and the general public, especially in the area of public speaking.
• Leads United Way/CFC activities – e.g. internal campaign, promotional card mailing, presentations
• Supports Partner Parish giving – going into churches, working with Partner Parish Reps writing parish proposals, coordinating and participating in calls to Reps regarding pledges, etc.

3) Support the Development Function

• Ensures that donor and activity records (including foundations, special events, etc.) are complete and accurate both in the paper files and the DonorPerfect database.

• Designs and runs reports from DonorPerfect database to analyze data and help formulate fundraising plans and goals.
• Assists with training and management of Development Interns and volunteers

4)  General

·         Functions as an integral part of an overall team effort at SMGW, maintaining good working relationships with other staff and assisting with special projects

·         Attends staff and other meetings and performs other duties as assigned

  

Qualifications:  At least 2 years of professional work experience; bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; excellent writing skills (grant writing experience preferred); strong computer skills in MS Word, Excel and Outlook; problem-solving and oral communication skills; familiarity with databases; ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work independently on multiple projects; ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.  Driver’s license/car & experience with DonorPerfect software, homelessness/self-help programs, and Episcopal churches all desirable.  

 

Development Coordinator:  Various fundraising activities, especially proposal writing, event coordination and public speaking.   2 years professional work experience; bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; excellent writing, speaking, problem-solving and computer skills  (MS Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with databases; ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects; ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.  Driver’s license/car, plus experience in grant writing, DonorPerfect software, homelessness/self-help programs, and Episcopal churches all desirable.

 

Reports to: Director of Development        Status: Exempt; Full-time            Date: March 13, 2008

 

Email cover letter and resume to daten@samaritanministry.org

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Volunteers are always appreciated.