The San Gabriel/Pomona PARENTS’ PLACE, a not-for-profit family resource and empowerment center in operation for over twenty years, is seeking a new FUND DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR to cultivate and solicit gifts through grants foundation corporations and individuals.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Under the direct supervision of the Director, cultivates and solicits gifts through grants foundations, corporations and individuals; conducts research of viable funding sources in both public and private sectors; prepares and submits grant proposals; manages tracking systems and procedures to report on progress status of grants proposed and received; provides management reports summarizing funding outreach activities; assists with planning and implementing fundraising activities and other events; maintains working knowledge of current fundraising and marketing practices in the not-for-profit sector and maintains professional contacts/memberships in the field.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: BA or BS degree; preferred to have a minimum of three years experience working for a not-for-profit fundraising organization; must have some knowledge of and familiarity with the Southern California region; must have a track record of soliciting donations on a personal basis. This individual will be involved in one-on-one solicitations, providing professional leadership for lay board and committees and identifying and developing major gift prospects; requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, as well as excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and database).
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Demonstrated desire to work within a not-for-profit and working knowledge of general development practices in a non-profit environment; knowledge in the areas of grant writing, fundraising and fund development; ability to adapt to changing needs by acquiring new skills and knowledge; excellent written and verbal communication skills; creative thinker, persuasive interpersonal and communication style; strategic thinker; ability to edit for content; analytical skills; ability to initiate new contacts and develop long-term relationships with foundations and representatives of companies that might provide support; strong personal computer skills including preparation of spreadsheets, word processing and presentation software; experience with donor software preferred.
OTHER: Full use of an automobile, possession of a valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance for the minimum amount prescribed by law, or ability to provide independent transportation.
APPLICATION INFORMATION: Your application should clearly demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements of this position. Upon review of your application and supportive information, the most qualified candidates will advance to the interview. You will be contacted by phone should this occur. The interview will cover experience, personal suitability, education and general ability to perform the duties of the position. Please e-mail your resumé to:
humanresources@parentsplacefrc.com
NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE
Parents’ Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This position is funded for a fiscal year of July 1 through June 30. Continuation of the position is contingent upon availability of funds.
- Location: West Covina, CA
- Compensation: $22,000 annually, exempt
- This is a part-time job.
- This is at a non-profit organization.
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