Company Name: Restore America's Estuaries (RAE)
Description
Restore America's Estuaries (RAE) is the country's leading non-profit conservation organization dedicated to preserving the nation's network of estuaries by protecting and restoring the lands and waters essential to the richness and diversity of coastal life. RAE is an alliance of eleven community-based organizations representing our nation's greatest estuaries. www.estuaries.org.
SUMMARY:
Restore America's Estuaries is seeking a high caliber and seasoned Development Associate. The Development Associate will be responsible for effectively submitting grant proposals, planning annual appeals, assisting with sponsorships/exhibitors for the bi-annual National Conference, and soliciting funds for selective RAE programming needs. The Development Associate is a full-time employee and is responsible for tracking, assisting and reporting on the accomplishment of grant goals and objectives. The Development Associate reports to the Senior Director of Development.
Responsibilities
- Review, edit, and finalize grant proposals submitted on behalf of RAE to federal agencies, corporate businesses, foundations, etc;
- Organize supplemental documentation (i.e. budgets, timelines, pictures, maps, etc.) as needed and requested for specific grant proposals, annual appeals, and sponsorship solicitation;
- Track goals and objectives and timelines so that grant expectations are met according to contracts;
- Communicate regularly with appropriate staff as to status of grants, goals and objectives;
- Maintain necessary records and prepare invoices for goods and services;
- Research prospective opportunities to approach federal agencies, foundations, and corporate businesses;
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in related field, and MINIMUM of two years experience in fundraising;
- Successful grant-writing to federal agencies, foundations, business, among others;
- Ability to track detailed financial information and create accurate timelines and budgets;
- Ability to organize, expedite, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously;
- Detail-oriented, solid record of project management, including working within and across diverse groups and teams;
- Strong verbal and written communication skills;
- Ability to work in a team environment;
- Understanding of the coastal environment is strongly desired;
- Experience working in a non-profit environment;
- Solid computer skills and proficient in ACT, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Compensation
Mid-level position with a competitive salary and benefits package.
General Characteristics:
Restore America's Estuaries is a drug-free and smoke-free workplace, and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities and people of color are encouraged to apply.
To Apply
Please send your resume, cover letter, two writing samples, three references, and salary requirements to apply@estuaries.org with "Development Associate" in the subject line. Please no phone inquiries.
Applications will be accepted until November 20, 2009, or until position is filled.
