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The Salvation Army USA Central Territory · 2 days ago

Assistant Resource Development Director

Elgin, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$59K/yr - $72K/yr

3+ years exp

The Salvation Army is dedicated to 'Doing the Most Good' through various community services. The Assistant Resource Development Director is responsible for executing strategies for community outreach, public relations, and volunteer programs to support the Corps' mission.

Non-profit Organization Management

Responsibilities

Serve as spokesperson for The Salvation Army, interpreting its mission, programs, and services to the community when requested

Represent The Salvation Army at community activities and meetings, as assigned by the Corps Officer when requested

Assist with oversight to publicity and promotional projects used by the Corps, giving recommendations for new ventures to the Corps Officer with assistance from the Metropolitan Divisional Development Department

Assist with maintaining all social media, including but not limited to: TSA website, Facebook, and Twitter; increase social media through additional applications

Write and distribute press releases and coordinate media coverage of events for the Corps approved by the Corps Officer. Serve as staff liaison for all media outreach when requested

Participate in the Community Relations Advisory Board Committee

Develop and maintain quarterly newsletter

Maintains contact with major donors and develops relationships to cultivate new donors. Identifies, cultivates, and solicits lead gifts

Assists in planning and developing special fund-raising and volunteer recognition events

Develops grant proposals and applies for financial assistance from public and private sectors when requested

Keep abreast of changes and innovations in the field of communications through attendance at seminars and workshops, and through active involvement in related professional organizations

Recruit, train, and assist volunteers for our various operations, which include the various special events throughout the year when requested

Cultivate community relationships with civic, government, school, and other organizations to develop volunteer base

Coordinate with other Salvation Army staff for departmental volunteer needs

Will help recruit service clubs, churches, organizations, businesses, and other individuals to volunteer bell ring and track the Register to Ring website for volunteers

Will find kettle and bell-ringing site sponsors for the annual Red Kettle Campaign and Match Day

Maintain complete volunteer database, using the current Salvation Army volunteer computer program and other software as necessary. Develop all volunteer files for audits or reviews always maintaining confidentiality

Help to develop, plan, and implement regular volunteer recognition program, including but not limited to thank you calls, thank you notes, recognition events, media, etc

Ensure compliance of Salvation Army volunteer management policies and procedures

All other duties as assigned

Qualification

Fundraising experienceVolunteer coordinationSocial media managementGrant writingMicrosoft OfficeWriting skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProject management

Required

Minimum of two years of college education or its equivalent

3 to 5 years' experience in providing support to a fundraising department

Extensive experience with computer-based systems

Valid Driver's License and MVR clearance, or ability to travel to multiple sites

Supportive of the mission of The Salvation Army, as well as to faith-based organizations

A commitment to supporting the work of the Salvation Army through the development of approaches and materials to support Salvation Army missions, programs, and goals

A demonstrated ability to manage staff, projects, priorities, and programs in a constantly changing environment

Able to demonstrate trustworthiness with external clients and staff and be able to handle confidential information appropriately

Able to operate independently and willing to take leadership of projects to accomplish organizational goals

An interpersonal style that builds effective and meaningful relationships both within and outside of The Salvation Army

A decision-making approach that evaluates options, resources, and outcomes in light of the departmental goals and objectives

A communication style that exhibits the principles and values of the Salvation Army, as well as fosters team relationships and effectively communicates information

Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter

Must be an excellent writer with experience in various mediums, including brochures, event collaterals, script, and speechwriting, writing for fundraising newsletters, and an understanding of web-based communications and messaging

Excellent oral and creative communication skills

A background in the principles of fundraising, volunteerism, and marketing

Knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Office; email - Microsoft Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) a plus

A working knowledge of social media apps including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

A working knowledge of digital/web publishing/blogging