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Clean Water Action · 1 month ago

NJ Finance & Development Associate | Hybrid in Elizabeth, NJ

Elizabeth, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Clean Water Action is a national grassroots environmental organization dedicated to protecting the environment and public health. They are seeking a full-time Finance & Development Associate to support financial and administrative operations while coordinating fundraising activities in New Jersey.

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Responsibilities

Coordinating and supporting New Jersey’s administrative, financial systems and recordkeeping functions including basic financial reporting, responding to requests from the national financial department, supporting development and achievement of yearly budgets and revenue goals

Supporting donor fundraising activities for New Jersey including event planning, managing databases, coordinating direct mail and on-line appeals, participating in team-wide fundraising efforts, identifying and stewarding individual donors, etc

Helping to identify prospects and assisting with grant writing, tracking and reporting

Performing general public and member communication functions include assist with development of content in various forms, including print, email alert, social media and our monthly online update called Clean Water on the Move

Assist with programmatic events as needed

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Nonprofit administrationGrant writingEvent planningFundraising activitiesDatabase managementCommunication skillsCultural competencyDigital marketingProficient computer skillsTime managementTeam collaborationCreative thinkingAttention to detail

Required

Minimum of 2 years' experience in nonprofit administration, development, or a related field

Experience in grant research, donor prospecting, and securing event sponsors

Demonstrated commitment to Clean Water Action's mission and values

Strong interpersonal skills and cultural competency when working with individuals from diverse economic, racial, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds

Exceptional attention to detail, with excellent recordkeeping and follow-up skills

Highly organized, with strong time management abilities and the capacity to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Experience in event planning and coordination

Strong oral and written communication skills

Proficient computer skills, including Word, Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, Slack, Canva, and experience using databases, tracking systems, and donor-management tools

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Strategic and creative thinker who can build on existing efforts while bringing new ideas forward

Comfortable using online communication tools, supporting digital campaigns, and utilizing software for task organization

Reliable Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace for remote work

Ability to travel to the office for meetings, and event locations

Applicants MUST be located 30-45 minutes from Elizabeth, NJ