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Summary:
Old Yeller Ranch Rescue is seeking an Administrative and Fundraising Coordinator. The Administrative and Fundraising Coordinator answers directly to the Ranch Manager, and reports to both the Ranch Manager as well as the Board of Directors. The Administrative and Fundraising Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Ranch Manager in designated operational duties. The Administrative and Fundraising Coordinator is responsible for raising funds for the organization. They meet donations targets by approaching members of the public (community fundraising), high value donors, companies, trusts and statutory bodies, or supporters leaving a legacy. Responsibilities also include organizing events. The fundraising coordinator is to be responsible for assisting the Board of Directors with several or all sources of potential income.
Regular Responsibilities:
Recruit, organize and inspire volunteers
Research fundraising opportunities and assist with grant applications to charitable trusts or statutory bodies
Build relationships with major donors or companies and make presentations
Complete DonorView Training
Manage information and record the profile and fundraising activity of donors on DonorView
Supply necessary information for tax receipts / Send tax receipts
Assist with website updates and maintenance
Manage their own budget and ensure that targets are met
Account handling: ensuring major donors or companies are happy with their donation scheme (such as a charity of the year partnership) and are kept informed of progress and milestones
Coordinate donor days at the Ranch under the guidance of the Ranch Manager
eBlast and postal Donation campaigns
Devise and organize fundraising campaigns, events and door to door collections
Spot fundraising opportunities and raise awareness of the organizations work
Taking Pictures for Social Media
Assisting Ranch Manager with emails
Key Skills:
The Administrative and Fundraising Coordinator needs excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. They need to be good at researching and devising strategies and opportunistically taking advantage of donation possibilities. Fundraising coordinators must be adept at people management, building long-term relationships with potential donors or volunteers and persuasively explaining their charitys cause. The ability to manage budgets and hit fundraising targets are important, as are organizational and IT skills. An interest in and commitment to the cause you are raising money for is essential.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree desired, but career qualifications are more sought after. Please divulge any experiences you feel are qualifying for this role.
Relevant Experience:
Experience in fundraising is desired, but prior experience in areas such as sales, events, or marketing can act as a substitute. Prior volunteer experience is also a bonus.
Hours:
10 hours a week with potential for additional hours. Occasional evening and weekend work is expected for scheduled events and regular board meetings.