Development and Communications Assistant- Falmouth, MA
Organization: Woods Hole Research Center
Job Title: Development and Communications Assistant
Location: Falmouth, MA
Hours and Compensation: full time, $40,000-$50,000
Application Deadline: Dec 16
Posted on: Dec 8
Organization Overview:
The Woods Hole Research Center (WHRC) is a private, non-profit research organization focusing on environmental sciences. Our scientists combine analysis of satellite images of the Earth with field studies to measure, model, and map changes in the world’s ecosystems, from the thawing permafrost in the arctic to the expanding agriculture regions of the tropics. We work locally and regionally, with in-depth expertise and collaborations in North and South America and Africa; and we also work globally, focusing on how humans are changing global cycles of carbon, nitrogen, and water. We merge natural science with economics to discover sustainable paths for human prosperity and stewardship of the Earth’s natural resources.
Description:
The Woods Hole Research Center seeks an assistant to support the Development and Communications office. Reporting to the Vice President of Development and Communications, this position plays an important role in providing administrative support in all fundraising activities including donor and public relations events, direct mail appeals, and communications outreach. The Development & Communications Assistant is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the department and serves as the administrator of the Raiser’s Edge database.
Responsibilities:
- Create and manage Raiser‘s Edge database standards, maintain accurate records in the Raiser’s Edge database, and develop and prepare timely and accurate financial reports, donor and prospect lists, research donors and prospects, and other database reports as needed.
- Create a system of regular reporting to analyze Annual Fund results and utilize the data to establish benchmarking for monitoring purposes.
- Maintain and manage gift records, receipts, acknowledgements, and constituent information for Raiser’s Edge database.
- Provide training on Raiser’s Edge to select WHRC staff members.
- Conduct preliminary research on prospective corporate, foundation, and individual donors.
- Assist in the production and mailing of Annual Fund appeal letters and collateral materials.
- Coordinate with printers, designers, mail houses, and other outside vendors.
- Assist in donor relations with event and donation follow-up.
- Assist in event planning and coordination with invitations, guest lists, and materials (i.e., bios, name tags, place cards).
- Assist in all administrative details associated with Development Committee meetings (i.e., notices, agendas, recording and preparation of minutes).
- Assist with the development of social media strategies and content, and with implementation and updates using social media tools (i.e., Twitter, Facebook, and HootSuite).
Qualifications/Skills:
- College degree preferred
- Minimum of three years’ development office experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Raiser’s Edge fundraising software
- Experience with social media platforms
- Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills
- Solid proofreading and editing skills
- Ability to work independently with little supervision
Benefits: full benefits package, exempt position
How to Apply:
To apply, please send cover letter referencing Job #DALC01, resume, and contact information for three references to: [email protected]
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