Job Posting: Development & Engagement Assistant, Vital Voices Global Partnership; Washington DC

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Organization:

Vital Voices Global Partnershi

Location:

United States (Washington, DC)

Website:

www.vitalvoices.org

Email:

recruiting@vitalvoices.org

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Description:

The Development & Engagement Assistant will support a growing team tasked with development, outreach and events. The ideal candidate will have initiative, a strong work ethic, excellent interpersonal communication skills, patience under pressure and a passion for the projects that Vital Voices supports. Major Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Assist with special event and program planning, preparation, and execution including the Annual Global Leadership Awards Benefit, performances of the Vital Voices play SEVEN, and regional leadership summits
2. Help to manage and administer volunteer outreach and engagement programs
3. Conduct donor research and analysis
4. Act as liaison to the Vital Voices Communications Team providing event and outreach updates and helping to develop related content for VVGP's website and blog
5. Perform administrative duties as related to the position including database and list management, preparation of event materials, event registration and RSVP management, maintaining the events and outreach calendar, and budget tracking (invoices, check requests, etc.):
o Receive, process, and record donations made online and via mail and phone
o Work closely with finance department to track fundraising progress
o Provide support in grant-making process by preparing grant agreements, invoices, and tax receipts and monitoring payment process
o Manage donor acknowledgment process, including letters and phone calls
o Assist Development Director with fundraising solicitation as needed, primarily through letter writing and funder research
o Manage donor database
6. Provide logistics support for visibility and outreach events as needed
7. Attend and work special events and programs as needed

Qualification:

• 1-2 years experience in Non-Profit development & engagement or related field • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion, good judgment, and establish and maintain professional relationships with donors, board members, corporate and NGO partners, volunteers, and vendors
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast paced-environment
• Ability to quickly grasp conceptual plans and implement them in a timely manner with close attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and database management; Knowledge of Salesforce and Salsa (Democracy in Action) preferred
International and domestic travel may be required. For more information about Vital Voices Global Partnership, please visit our web site at: www.vitalvoices.org.
To apply: Please e-mail a letter of interest, resume, and two references with contact information to: recruiting@vitalvoices.org. NO CALLS PLEASE.