Development Coordinator, NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland, Silver Spring, MD

Development Coordinator

Posted on: August 14, 2014
Posted by: NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland

NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland (NPCM) and its sister organization, NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland Fund (Fund) is currently seeking a Development Coordinator. This person will oversee NPCM and the Fund's fundraising and development activities.

THE POSITION

NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland seeks a Development Coordinator. The Development Coordinator will assist the Executive Director and Outreach and Communications Coordinator in all matters regarding NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland and NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland Fund's fundraising and programmatic work.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan various fundraising events including house parties, yoga-thons, Phone-a-thons
• Oversees and implements all aspects in planning the annual Evening of Chocolate Gala
• Manage direct mail program, write fundraising letters, generate mailing lists, and organize volunteer events related to mailings;
• Monitor donations and keep database up to date;
• Manage work-place giving program;
• Assist with Major Donor cultivation and outreach;
• Handle administrative tasks such as ordering office supplies, letterhead and envelopes;
• Assist with programmatic work such as editing publications, writing web site content, and performing research
• Work with executive director to create and implement a yearly development plan

QUALIFICATIONS

Strong commitment to a woman's right to choose;

• College degree;
• 1-3 year previous fundraising experience required
• Excellent organizational and communication skills;
• Ability to multitask;
• Capacity to work occasional nights and weekends;
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment as a team player;
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel; prior experience with DonorPerfect and NGP a plus

• Experience with reproductive rights and/or justice work;
• Passion for development and fundraising;
• Working knowledge of various development modalities; and
• Sense of humor

ABOUT NPCM

NPCM, a 501c4 organization, in concert with NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland Fund, a 501c3 organization, works to educate Marylanders and influence policy about every woman's right to make personal decisions regarding the full range of reproductive options, including preventing unintended pregnancy, bearing healthy children and choosing legal abortion.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements addressing your experience with the above responsibilities and qualifications and describing your interest in being a member of the NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland team. Please submit the names, affiliations and contact information of three references. No calls please.Please send your application for this position to jodi@prochoicemd.org. NARAL Pro-Choice Maryland is an equal opportunity employer. People of color and applicants with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Development Coordinator, Girls in the Game, Chicago, IL

Development Coordinator

Posted on: May 16, 2013
Application deadline: May 31, 2013
Posted by: Girls in the Game

ABOUT

Girls in the Game provides and promotes sports and fitness opportunities, nutrition and health education and leadership development to enhance the overall health and well-being of all girls. Our year-round continuum of programs includes after school programs for elementary-, middle- and high-school girls, a five-week summer camp, one-day health fests, a year-round leadership development program and parent and caregiver healthy lifestyles trainings.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Development Coordinator is responsible for leading Girls in the Game's Charity Race Team program, which entails recruiting and supporting volunteers who fundraise for Girls in the Game while participating in a marathon, triathlon or other race. Additionally, the Development Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Development Manager in coordinating all of the organization's special events which includes an annual dinner/silent auction, a summer golf outing, and other partner events. The Development Coordinator will also help with the organization's communications efforts and corporate relationship building.

Girls in the Game is seeking a full-time Development Coordinator to do the following:

• Lead the Charity Race Team program
• Recruit Charity Race Team members
• Support Charity Race Team members in their fundraising efforts, including online fundraising
• Coordinate Girls in the Game's presence and Charity Race Team member services at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon
• Maintain organization website and email communication
• Work on social networking strategy and execution
• Maintain ongoing communications with event contacts including vendors, guests, sponsors, donors and committee members
• Coordinate silent auction and raffle donations
• Coordinate guest marketing, signage and print materials
• Coordinate event registration
• Track event contacts, sponsorship, sales and donations in the database
• Support the Development Manager in building and maintaining good relationships with event contacts
• Attend events and help the Development Manager lead staff and volunteers and steward guests and sponsors
• Coordinate partner events and cause marketing projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree
• Experience in event planning and marketing, preferably for a non-profit organization
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer environments, e.g. Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work
• Verification of degree/credentials
• Background check and fingerprint clearance
• Valid driving license
• Proof of insurance on personal vehicle
• Recent satisfactory DMV printout of driving record
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends for various scheduled events
• Agreement to uphold all of the Girls in the Game Policies and Procedures (by signature)
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities and time manage in a fast-paced and self-directed team environment
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with a wide variety of people including, but not limited to; board members, staff, volunteers, interns, community partners, organizational donors, media
• Ability to work with a wide variety of personalities and deal with each person in an effective and professional manner
• Ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts effectively
• Ability to make decisions individually and/or within a team and take necessary actions
• Commitment to and experience in working with people from diverse ethnic, cultural and social economical backgrounds
• Ability to plan strategically, prioritize and delegate

Licensing Required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Language
Mathematical Skills: Ability to manage program budget and provide required reports
Reasoning Ability

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This position requires:

Frequently: Sitting, Walking, Seeing, Hearing, Speaking, Standing, Carrying, Driving
Occasionally: Stooping, Lift up to 40 lbs, Squatting, Kneeling, Bending, Pushing/Pulling
Seldom: Climbing, Twisting

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a fast paced environment and the noise level is usually moderate.

COMPENSATION

Based on experience. Health, dental and retirement benefits also provided.

HOW TO APPLY

For more information, or to apply, please email or fax a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to mmorgan@girlsinthegame.org or 312.633.4897. Due to the high volume of applications, PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS.