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Description:
The Calais Foundation
Job Title: Development Associate, P/T
The Development Associate position is primarily responsible for assisting the Development Committee with fundraising activities for The Calais Foundation, which was established to provide funding to the students at The Calais School and other children with multiple learning disabilities.
The Calais Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to empower children with serious learning and behavioral problems to overcome their challenges so they can be responsible, productive, and reach their fullest potential in life.
The Development Associate will provide support to and work in collaboration with the Development Committee. This position requires strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize as well as multi-task. Fund development is essential to the overall success of the organization and therefore it is imperative that the person in this role work closely with the Committee to secure the financial resources necessary to develop, implement, operate and expand programs supported by the Foundation.
. Requirements:
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Build relationships with current donors and share enthusiasm for our mission.
• Conduct research on our current donors and potential prospects, including individual donors, corporations and foundations.
• Record donations and donor information.
• Track fundraising progress and prepare reports.
• Timely administration of donor acknowledgment letters.
• Assist with the coordination and promotion of special events.
• Other duties that may be assigned by the President/Vice President of the Foundation.
• Part-time work hours will average approximately 30-40 hours/month. Work will be done at the Calais School (2/x/week), at
off-site event venues, and remotely.
• All work hours must be logged.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree preferred in social services, education, or other related fields
• Computer literate and technologically proficient in standard word processing, spreadsheets, and database software
applications
• Experience with grant research and writing
• Special event experience in coordination and promotion
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Prior experience working with non-profits is a plus
• Knowledge of and commitment to serving those with learning and behavioral problems.
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