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:

1.    Assist with all fundraising work including grant applications, donation solicitation, and events.

2.    Represent and assist in developing and maintaining positive relations with existing funders, sponsors, public officials and volunteers;

3.    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;

4.    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 and submit your cover letter, resume, and three references at: https://form.jotform.com/250504611578152

Position will remain open until filled.