Islamic Relief USA · 5 months ago
Development Coordinator - South East Region
Islamic Relief USA is seeking a Development Coordinator who will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, and stewarding donor relationships to maximize their long-term value to the organization. The role involves prospecting for potential donors and organizing fundraising activities to support Islamic Relief projects.
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Responsibilities
Develops positive relations with donors, volunteers, organizations and the general public in the region
Cultivates and solicits donations from individuals, groups and organizations
Plans, organizes and facilitates fundraising activities (events, dinners, concerts, etc.)
Responds to donor inquiries with accurate and timely information: secure donations from donors and provide them with relevant information
Engages with volunteers to organize and coordinate fundraising activities, as appropriate
Schedules and delivers presentations to audiences of diverse backgrounds
Prepares and submits plans, projections and reports to the Community Fund Development Manager
Continues to improve job-related skills through training, workshops, seminars, etc
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Strong organizational and time management skills
Experienced in working with grass-roots organizations and volunteers
Proven ability to interact effectively and communicate well
Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds
Energetic with the ability to multitask
Must be available to travel at least 75% of the time domestically with occasional international travel
Exceptional public speaking skills
Ability to work in a fast pace environment, strong willingness to initiate deadlines and time frames for assignments and to follow up on all delegated activities
Strong record keeping skills and basic writing skills
Desire to work for humanitarian cause
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Must have own means of transportation
Must be eligible to work in the United States
Preferred
Experience in fundraising preferred