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Advancement Associate

Summary:
Under general supervision of the Director of Development and the Director of Operations, the Advancement Associate will support and assist in development, special events and donor communications activities.

To Apply:
If you meet the minimum qualifications, we invite you to apply. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and up to four references to info@thecenterforbirdsofprey.org

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Provide administrative support to the Director of Development including; donor communications, scheduling, event assistance, membership management, etc.
  • Assist with management of the Center’s grants program:
    • Research foundations and other potential grant sources and qualifying criteria.
    • Compile necessary information for the application process through collaboration with the Director of Development and other staff.
    • Draft, complete, and submit grant applications according to application requirements in a timely manner.
    • Coordinate the monitoring and evaluation of programs and projects that are grant funded. Completes internal and funder reports as necessary.
  • Assist with the planning, implementation, and execution of fundraising and educational events to include the annual gala, a concert fundraiser in the spring, Owls by Moonlight programs in the fall/winter, volunteer staff events and more.
  • Lead the gift acknowledgement process to provide timely and appropriate recognition of Center Donors.
  • Advance the Center’s Membership program by generating renewal letters, tracking and reporting Membership statistics, and providing appropriate interaction with visiting Members throughout the year.
  • Manage support volunteer staff as required, including scheduling, training, assignments and supervision of duties.
  • Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Job Type & Benefits

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: This is a full-time, salaried position with a starting salary of $30,000. Health insurance benefits, paid vacation, and a regional reciprocity pass to area attractions are available after completing 90 days of service. The hours include, but are not limited to, Monday – Friday, 8:30AM-5PM.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 1-2 years’ experience with grant writing
  • Ability to work professionally with the public and relate to diverse audiences
  • Excellent organization and communication skills (both oral and written)
  • Self-starter capable of working independently or as a team member in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment requiring critical thinking and multi-tasking.
  • Basic computer fluency in programs including (but not limited to) Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, ticketing software and Donor management software.
  • Reliable transportation
  • Some evening and weekend hours required



Preferred Qualifications:

  • College degree
  • 1-2 years’ experience with donor management software
  • An interest in avian science and conservation
  • Desire to learn about donor communications and non-profit management

 

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Charleston Area Reciprocity Pass
  • Professional development assistance

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  • 4719 Highway 17N Awendaw, SC 29429
  • (843) 971-7474
  • Thursday - Saturday | 10AM - 4PM
  • PO Box 1247
    Charleston SC 29402
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