Job Opportunities
Deproduction is a nonprofit charitable organization which exists to put the power of media and technology in the hands of the people in order to enable every person to actively engage their community and bring about the change they wish to see in the world. The organization seeks to hire a Full-Time Development Associate to work closely with the Board of Directors and management team to establish and fulfill a fundraising plan that supports the mission of Deproduction and its divisions.
Experience Required:
• 2-3 years in successful development experience
• Demonstrated success in various development strategies with an emphasis on individual donor campaigns
• Experience with the "Raising More Money"/Benevon model and organizing special events a plus.
• General familiarity with donor management software
Skills Required:
• Strong organization and project management with self discipline to follow up and follow through.
• Effective written and oral communication, one-on-one and group presentations.
• Ability to motivate and inspire others by commitment to mission and enthusiasm for asking for money
• Ability to work independently; self directed with lots of initiative.
• High energy, confident, with professional demeanor
• Proven organizational skills and strong attention-to-detail
Major Responsibilities:
• With the Board of Directors and Executive Director, initiate and implement an annual development plan, and monitor its results
• Refine and manage Deproduction's individual donor cultivation plan including phone calls, letters, tours and creation of cultivation events using the "Raising More Money"/Benevon model.
• Plan & coordinate special events, working with Board, staff and other volunteers.
• Oversee foundation fundraising efforts, including managing grant writing and grant reporting, maintaining regular contact with foundation program officers and working with program staff to create and/or select opportunities for foundation support.
• Generate regular reports on fundraising activities to the Development Committee and Board of Directors
• Provide staff support to the Executive Director in his/her fundraising activities
• Maintain prospect and donor records. Create reminder system for prospect & donor cultivation
• Perform other fund development-related tasks as requested by the Executive Director
• Expand and manage the Denver Open Media broadcast underwriting program
Deproduction is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively recruits women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and persons with diverse gender and sexual identities.
Compensation:
Salary is $35,000/year with benefits.
How to Apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to: gnorvelle@gmail.com