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Friday, July 27, 2012

Fundraising Coordinator

YOUGH COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC.

NOTICE OF JOB OPENING
Date Posted:     July 25, 2012          Date Available:   Immediately
Title:                 Fundraising Coordinator                                
Employment Status:       Temporary      Contract
Regular Hours Worked:         20/week        

The primary goals of the Fundraising Coordinator is to develop and implement a fundraising strategy to secure revenue for the organization.  General duties to include direct mail campaigns, writing proposals to obtain grants, securing endowments, hosting fundraising events and cultivating major donors. 

The Fundraising Coordinator will report to the Executive Director and in partnership with the Fiscal Director for budget/event planning.

I.                    SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
·         Develop and execute MYCS’ fundraising strategy and operations to general financial resources in support of MYCS’ mission.
·         Generate new ideas and business opportunities to increase fundraising and fund development.
·         Research and cultivate new foundation, corporate and individual donation opportunities.
·         Conceive and write grant proposals and coordinate necessary follow-up with grant-making bodies.
·         Prepare presentations to present to potential donors and key stakeholders.
·         Track and monitor development proposals, deadlines and requirements.
·         Use social media and e-mail marketing tools to reach donors and potential donors.
·         Coordinate volunteers and volunteer efforts.
·         Represent MYCS at community meetings, outreach events, radio/TV shows and other community settings.
·         Assist in the planning and hosting of fundraising events and initiatives.
·         Build and maintain profitable, long-term fundraising relationships with current donors and potential donors; maintain donor database.
·         Other duties as required.

Specific factors or standards which will be used in measuring and appraising the performance of the employee in this position.
·         Track proposals and reports for all foundation and corporate fundraising.
·         Track and properly document all activities and complete all necessary reporting requirements.
·         Submits documents and reports in a timely manner to meet stated deadlines.
·         Analyze and report successes and misses to establish what is working and what adjustments are needed.

II.                  REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
·         Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Public Relations or related field with three to five years relevant work experience.
·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented.
·         Prior experience in nonprofit fundraising with a record of securing gifts from individuals, foundations or corporations desired; proven track record to sale and generate revenue.
·         Highly skilled in building relationships and motivating others toward a common goal.
·         Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
·         General familiarity with the City of McKeesport, PA and the Mon Valley region.
·         Computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office preferred.
·         Frequent local travel.
·         Act 33/34 clearances
Please apply online at www.mycs.org