Wichita YMCAs are some of the finest in the nation! Affordable cost of living and amazing community!
Under the direction of the Associate Vice President of Philanthropy, the Philanthropy Assistant will provide support in raising awareness and funds for the Greater Wichita YMCA.
Areas of Responsibility:
Donor Administration:
- Acting as administrator for donor database (CCC), recording gifts, donor notes, and other transactions, and generating reports and mailing lists.
- Preparing acknowledgment letters and other correspondence to donors as directed by Development staff.
- Researching, compiling, and recording information on existing and potential donors.
- Maintaining organization and management of donor files.
- Assisting in coordinating grant/proposal logistics including presentation of proposals and compilation of attachments and other documents in coordination with Development staff.
- Assisting with grant and proposal reporting as directed by Associate Vice President of Philanthropy.
- Assisting with logistics for Development meetings and events.
- Organizing and coordinating Development accounts payable with the Finance Department.
Event Planning:
- Responsible for working with the Philanthropy team on objectives below:
- Event planning, design and production while maintaining all project delivery elements within time limits.
- Organizing, coordinating and managing facilities and all event details such as décor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment, etc.
- Conducting post-event evaluations and report back to philanthropy team.
- Proactively handle any arising issues and trouble-shooting any emerging problems on day of event.
Assisting Associate Vice President of Philanthropy:
- Preparing presentations, meeting packets, meeting minutes, powerpoint presentations, and other materials as needed.
- Organizing and coordinating AVP accounts payable with the Finance Department.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
EFFECT ON END RESULT: Increased giving to all donation area; Strong Community Campaign, major gifts, capital campaigns, planned giving and endowment.
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s Degree in related field
Skills/Experience:
- Minimum age of 21
- 2 years relevant work experience in an office environment
- Commitment to the YMCA mission, vision and values
- Must attend New Employee Orientation within 30 days of hire
- Complete all requirements in accordance with Conditions of Employment
- Learn all emergency procedures and action plans for the branch
- Understand and abide-by all policies and procedures as set forth by the association
- Work a schedule that reflects the needs of the branch
Physical/Mental Requirements:
- Must be able to routinely perform the following physical activities; climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand and/or sit for extended periods of time, walk, lift and/or move up to 30 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity to perform detailed tasks
- Must have ability to communicate effectively; both orally and in writing
- Must possess problem-solving, organizational and task management skills; ability to make independent and sound decisions in a rapidly changing environment
- Must be detail-oriented and exhibit a high degree of accuracy and alertness
- Must exhibit initiative in the absence of supervision
- Must be able to relate to and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner
- Must work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently and lead by assigned goals, duties and deadlines
- Must possess ability to exercise high levels of discretion and confidentiality
- Must present a neat and professional appearance at all times
Compensation/Benefits:
Hourly: $12.00 - $18.00
How to Apply:
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Listing Stats
Post Date:
Oct 2 2019
Active Until:
Nov 2 2019
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit