Associate Director of Development

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

The right person will join a dynamic, progressive, and forward-looking non-profit and will be an integral part of the Development Team. This person’s main responsibilities will be: 

• To serve as the organization’s grants writer.
• To manage the organization’s social media.
• To collaborate with Development Team on fundraising events and activities as needed.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as CRH’s grants writer along with being the main person in charge of managing the grants process to include:
  • Research, identify, and maintain a database of public and private grant opportunities in collaboration with Director of Development and Program Director.
  • Maintain a master calendar and database of pending, existing, and past grants; and assemble and submit materials to granting agencies that maintain compliance and reporting criteria.
  • Develop tracking reports on status of grants for the Management Team and the Board of Directors.
• Develop content for and project manage production of newsletter and social media content.
• Assist in creating event materials and other marketing materials for external audiences.
• Assist in producing fundraising events and activities.
• Provide other development support for senior leadership as needed.
• Collaborate with Director of Development to prepare agendas and materials for Development Committee meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Minimum 3-5 years progressive experience in grant writing and project management. Experience in fundraising, marketing, and social media would be extremely helpful.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent writing skills. 
• Excellent computer/technology skills including Microsoft Office programs. 
• Proficient in social media platforms.
• Working knowledge of Raisers Edge or a similar donor database and social media applications. 
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to details.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.
• Ability to build relationships with foundations and donors.
• Must be flexible and able to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Must be able to lift or move up to 25 pounds.
• Must have driver’s license and own vehicle.