Development Assistant
The Development Assistant will be responsible to assist and lead marketing initiatives, research, write, and submit grants and reports, and collect and maintain programmatic data. This position is part of the House of Hope team, and consequently, will interact daily with the House of Hope Staff, Volunteers, Donors, and Participants.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The following statements are intended as general examples of the duties of this position and are not all-inclusive for specific positions. Other reasonable duties may be assigned.
Research new and current Grants and Funding Opportunities.
Submit requests for funding from appropriate sources that are aligned with the mission of the House of Hope.
Keep track of and submit reports to all funders as requested.
Assist and eventually lead marketing initiatives.
Track analytics and determine success of all marketing initiatives.
Assist Development Director in maintaining donor relations and speaking engagements.
Track donor and grants in database.
Work with Development Director on administrative needs.
Maintain data as well as create, along with Executive Director and Development Team, a quarterly newsletter to send to all donors and friends of HOH.
Assist Development Team in the planning and implementation of events.
Work with Office Manager to understand all areas of the budget and financials.
Work with Case Management Team in data tracking system and maintain monthly stats.
Work with Development Director and Office Manager to understand and track all grant requests and programmatic expenses.
Adhere to confidentiality policies.
Possess an understanding of House of Hope processes in order to provide accurate information and represent the organization in a positive manner.
In the absence of the Development Director, the Development Assistant will cover all donor questions and marketing needs.
Greet the public, including volunteers, donors, and potential program participants, and facilitate a warm and welcoming environment during regular business hours.
Receive donations during regular business hours, assisting as needed with unloading items, sorting and shelving.
Other duties as assigned including but not limited to answering incoming calls and occasionally taking messages as appropriate.
Physical/Mental Demands and Work Environment
The physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands:
Ability to sit for long periods of time in an office environment.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds on a consistent basis.
Mental Demands:
Ability to use all equipment associated with the position, including, but not limited to, computer keyboard, telephone, office equipment, and company vehicles.
Ability to perform assigned duties under frequent time pressures in an interruptive environment.
Ability to analyze and interpret departmental administrative needs and results.
Ability to understand and solve complex problems.
Ability to maintain mental concentration for significant periods of time.
Work Environment:
Ability to work in a chaotic environment with loud noise levels.
Able to work general office hours along with occasional nights, weekends and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required. BA preferred.
Competent with Windows and Microsoft Programs
Willingness and ability to represent House of Hope’s mission, vision and values.
Additional Info
Job Type : Full-Time
Education Level : High School, Bachelors Degree
Job Function : Marketing
How To Apply : Email resume to shawnam@houseofhopeccd.org or on Indeed.com