Associate Director of Development

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

The right person will join a dynamic, progressive, and forward-looking non-profit and will be an integral part of the Development Team. This person’s main responsibilities will be:

·        To serve as the organization’s grants writer.

·        To manage the organization’s social media.

·        To collaborate with Development Team on fundraising events and activities as needed.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

·  Serve as CRH’s grants writer along with being the main person in charge of managing the grants process to include:

• Research, identify, and maintain a database of public and private grant opportunities in collaboration with Director of Development and Program Director.
• Maintain a master calendar and database of pending, existing, and past grants; and assemble and submit materials to granting agencies that maintain compliance and reporting criteria.
• Develop tracking reports on status of grants for the Management Team and the Board of Directors.

·  Develop content for and project manage production of newsletter and social media content.

·  Assist in creating event materials and other marketing materials for external audiences.

·  Assist in producing fundraising events and activities.

·  Provide other development support for senior leadership as needed.

·  Collaborate with Director of Development to prepare agendas and materials for Development Committee meetings.

·  Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

·   Minimum 3-5 years progressive experience in grant writing and project management. Experience in fundraising, marketing, and social media would be extremely helpful.

·        Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

·        Excellent writing skills.

·        Excellent computer/technology skills including Microsoft Office programs.

·        Proficient in social media platforms.

·        Working knowledge of Raisers Edge or a similar donor database and social media applications.

·        Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.

·        Excellent organizational skills and attention to details.

·        Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.

·        Ability to build relationships with foundations and donors.

·        Must be flexible and able to work occasional evenings and weekends.

·        Must be able to lift or move up to 25 pounds.

·        Must have driver’s license and own vehicle.