MADRE Statements

Job Opening: Development Coordinator, MADRE

Posted on: Friday, May 28, 2010

Keywords: Job

MADRE is seeking an experienced, passionate, highly organized development professional to serve as our Development Coordinator.

Responsibilities:

Work with Executive Director to implement organizational fundraising strategy
Coordinate and further develop Major Donors Program; generate communications with major donors.
Cultivate new funding sources
Research, write and submit funding proposals
Communicate with funders on behalf of organization
Generate and adhere to calendar of deadlines for soliciting grants
Track pending proposals, grants received and declinations
Update and maintain database of existing and potential funders
Generate narrative and financial reports for funders
Expand planned giving program and generate materials for donors on giving strategies
Conduct outreach to secure speaking engagements for MADRE and coordinate logistics, including travel, accommodations, budget oversight
Help create public event plans as needed
Special projects related to fundraising, as assigned

Qualifications:

Commitment to women’s rights and knowledge of the human rights framework
Knowledge of and commitment to MADRE’s vision and programs
Familiarity with MADRE’s networks and funders
Demonstrated success procuring grants from foundations, corporations, and religious and community organizations
Ability to represent MADRE and communicate effectively and sensitively with major donors and other funders
Strong research, writing and editing skills
Database management skills and professional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and ability to manage many distinct areas of work at once
Ability to work under pressure with competing priorities and deadlines
Spanish helpful but not required

Start Date: mid-July

Location: New York, NY

Compensation and Benefits: Commensurate with experience

Link: http://www.madre.org/index/meet-madre-1/who-we-are-49/jobs--internships-163.html#DevC

How to Apply:

Please send resume and cover letter to Executive Director Vivian Stromberg at dcsearch@live.com. No phone calls please.

MADRE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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