Development Assistant (Part-time)

Description:
The Development Assistant plays an important role by providing administrative support to the Executive Director and General Manager and participating in all fundraising activities including donor and public relations, direct mail appeals, and special events.
Qualifications:
? Work with Exec. Dir. on grant writing ? Keep website updated ? Post news weekly on facebook and twitter ? Create monthly fundraising reports and other database reports as needed. ? Conduct preliminary research on prospective corporate foundation and individual donors. ? Coordinate productions and mailing of spring and year-end appeal letters. ? Track tax credit donations in the database and keep a file for each tax credit donor. ? Send appropriate documentation to process credits to donors. ? Answer donor questions regarding tax credit programs. ? Complete duties as assigned for all fund-raising events including organizing auctions, ticket sales, and logistics. ? Prepare media materials for distribution. (i.e. copying, filing, mailing, e-mailing) ? Assemble media and donor kits for events and meetings. ? Other duties as assigned by the Director of Development. Preparation and Knowledge
? Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field. ? Two years’ experience in an administrative position, preferably in a not-for-profit development office preferred ? Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Giftworks and WordPress preferred? Excellent verbal and written communications skills ? Ability to present information concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing ? Ability to organize and prioritize work ? Ability to work independently with little supervision ? Excellent interpersonal skills
How To Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, and 2 references by August 31, 2015 to: WHALE 128 Union Street New Bedford, MA  02740 Or email to:  Teri Bernert, Executive Director, at tbernert@waterfrontleague.org
Apply by:
August 12, 2015