Direct Response Fundraising Specialist, Planned Parenthood, New York, NY

Direct Response Fundraising Specialist

Posted on: May 30, 2013
Posted by: Planned Parenthood Federation of America NY/DC

PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE

This position provides comprehensive administrative and production support for all Direct Response Fundraising efforts.

This position requires someone with initiative, good judgment, and excellent communications skills who can interface professionally with both internal and external constituencies including PPFA leadership, staff, outside consultants and vendors.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Point person for all aspects of preparation of fundraising materials. This includes review of artwork for mail packages, proofing and vetting of copy for all mail, telemarketing, and canvassing marketing efforts.  Assures DR materials are accurate, meet deadlines, and are produced in accordance with internal standards as well as legal regulations.
• Manage production QC processes for all out-of-house mail production. Approve ATPs, Data-Dumps, Counts, Mailplans, Art, Proofs, etc.
• Represent Direct Response in production workflow meetings as well as meetings with other PPFA departments and outside clients.
• Maintain hard and electronic filing systems for all production processes.
• Manage communication with Professional Fundraisers for completion and execution of Solicitation Notices and Campaign Financial Reports
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Route new and renewal contracts with Direct Response vendors for review and approval

POSITION SCOPE:  Responsible for meeting assigned objectives and contributing to Direct Response fundraising  objectives.  Maintains vital elements of cash flow, production, and messaging for the division.  Interacts extensively with other internal departments (Communications, Office of the COO, Finance), outside consultants, compliance, and accounts payable contacts at vendors.
PROBLEM-SOLVING:  Respond to problems or challenges that may affect the ability of DR to meet assigned goals and objectives.  Incumbent must research and integrate information from various sources to determine solution.  Flexibility and willingness to engage with others is essential.
KNOWLEDGE: Job duties require a thorough understanding of the principles, concepts and methodology of the profession, and the ability to apply such knowledge in professional settings.  Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.  Incumbent regularly provides services, advice and guidance to others.
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY: Responsible for tracking DR revenue expenses and assuring that DR resources are used effectively when making decisions about expenditures.
CONTACTS:  Works regularly with PPFA leadership and staff in other departments/divisions, to produce work that meets performance goals.  Promotes diversity as a core value of PPFA.  External contacts are primarily with our creative/consultant vendor to execute high volume production schedule of telemarketing, mail and canvassing campaigns.   Must recognize the value of diversity and maintain relationships with staff and external audiences that respect individual dignity.
SUPERVISION:  Assists in supervision of division Temps and DR Coordinator.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:  Bachelor’s degree is required.
Experience:  Three or more years of directly related, progressively responsible work experience required.
Related Skills or Knowledge:
Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with a dynamic, fast-moving team under pressure of tight deadlines; strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to coordinate projects and keep them on track; precise attention to detail; advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Donor databases like Blackbaud RE or CRM; strong communication skills, both oral and written; ability to multi-task in a fast paced deadline oriented environment; tolerance of and sensitivity to diversity; and ability to complete multiple tasks with poise, accuracy and confidence.

HOW TO APPLY

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Planned Parenthood Federation of America is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment. Planned Parenthood of America does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Planned Parenthood Federation of America is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.