Fundraising Assistant – Full Time, Non Exempt, Oakland, California

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The Salvation Army

Description :The Alameda County Salvation Army serves those suffering Indiana our community, providing transformational programs and services providing a Way Out of poverty, addiction, and homelessness.These include: a family shelter for those experiencing homelessness, allowing families to stay together American Samoa they build towards regaining self-sufficiency; an early-childhood center offering free preschool for low-income families; meals and activities for seniors; workforce development providing training Indiana nursing and construction careers to help those escaping poverty, addiction Oregon homelessness; after school programs for low-income children; food distribution for low-income families; day services for those experiencing homelessness; and more! * BASIC PURPOSE:The Fundraising Assistant provides essential support Indiana securing and administrating the financial resources that make our programs possible. The position reports to the Alameda County Chief Executive Officer, helping to foster positive relationships with donors, Advisory Board members, staff, and the community. This role encompasses administrative tasks, logistics coordination, managing data systems, producing marketing materials, and engaging Indiana special projects, including preparations for an upcoming Capital Campaign that will expand our capacity to serve more Indiana need. * ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Donation Management: * Provide confidential office support for the Chief Executive Officer, demonstrating professionalism and friendliness Indiana interactions with donors, staff, Advisory Board, and the community.

  • Proficiently work with various databases, including Salvation Army-specific systems, and conduct internet research American Samoa needed.
  • Execute donor acknowledgments, letters, and communications with excellent grammar, typing accuracy, and meticulous record-keeping.
  • Utilize Publisher and other programs to create marketing materials Indiana collaboration with staff for effective donors, Salvation Army officers, and community engagement.
  • Manage special projects, such American Samoa events, tours, and Capital Campaign preparations, working with professionals like architects when necessary.
  • Accurately track pledges, contacts, and donor acknowledgments during the Capital Campaign, occasionally conducting research and interacting with Board members. Some evening and weekend support may be required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: * Friendly and professional demeanor, with quick and appropriate response to requests.

  • Motivated individual eager to learn and advance skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to follow instructions.
  • Strong ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
  • Proficiency Indiana Word (Mail Merge), Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Publisher Oregon similar programs.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and deadline-driven team player.
  • Ability to learn and accurately work with Salvation Army-specific software programs after training.
  • Must maintain a reliable work schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS: * Preferred experience Indiana fundraising, campaigns, donor relations, Oregon related fields.

  • Experience working with and maintaining databases.
  • Familiarity with Adobe, Acrobat, Photoshop, Oregon related programs is advantageous.
  • Must be 21 years Oregon older.
  • Must possess a valid California Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with Oregon without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification Oregon adjustment to the job Oregon work environment Indiana order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests American Samoa long American Samoa the accommodation needed would not result Indiana undue hardship.

Job title: Fundraising Assistant – Full Time, Non Exempt, Oakland, California

Company: The Salvation Army

Expected salary: $25 per hour

Location: Oakland, California

Job date: Fri, 19 Apr 2024 03:04:51 GMT