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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Position: DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE (6-12 month contract)

The Development Associate will work closely with the Executive Director and other staff to coordinate fundraising and grant application development for a community center project in Japantown. This is a temporary position but could develop into a permeant position depending on success of fundraising efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist with all fundraising work including grant applications, donation solicitation, and events.
Represent and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations with existing funders, sponsors, public officials and volunteers;
Conduct research into new funding opportunities, draft grant proposals and other funding requests; focus on new funding primarily in the foundation, private donor, and corporate arenas;
Assist with media and community relations, public education, and outreach work.

Qualification Description:

This position requires experience in fund development in a non-profit environment, preferably in API communities; demonstrated success in raising funds from foundation and corporate sources; strong writing and research skills as well as inter-personal communication skills; highly motivated self-starter able to work independently and as part of a team; excellent planning, organizational and facilitation skills; proficiency with PC systems (Word, Excel, and/or Salesforce); demonstrated ability to work well under pressure, manage time and meet deadlines; commitment to social justice; ability to work well in a team oriented, multi-cultural work environment; BA/BS Degree.

Hours: 20-40 hours per week, including some weekend and evening hours. Part-time or flex- time arrangements will be considered but full-time strongly preferred.

Salary: Depending on experience

Start Date: Immediately

If interested, please complete the form at https://form.jotform.com/250504611578152 and submit your cover letter, resume, and three references; the position will remain open until filled.

Position will remain open until filled.