Maryland Nonprofits · 1 day ago
Development Associate
Williamsport, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$40K/yr - $42K/yrC&O Canal Trust is a nonprofit philanthropic partner dedicated to the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, seeking a Development Associate to support fundraising initiatives. The role involves maintaining donor relations, assisting with grant proposals, and coordinating outreach activities to enhance the park's resources.
ConsultingLegalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Actively maintains a working knowledge of eTapestry and/or related CRMs, ensuring accurate and timely data entry
Processes and tracks gifts and gift acknowledgments as assigned based on Standard Operating Procedures
Researches grant opportunities, assists with grant proposal writing and preparation of grant packages, tracking, mid term and final impact reporting, and other related support for the annual Development Operating Plan and grant proposal cycles
Assists with Development Team outreach initiatives, to include event support and sponsorship solicitations, annual appeals, and bulk mailings as assigned
Serves as Development Team POC with Program Team to ensure close coordination of development efforts related to Program Team initiatives and the annual Development Operating Plan to achieve strategic goals
Assists with coordination of the Bench Donation Program including record-keeping, tracking donor engagement, and serving as Trust representative in working with the NPS team to research and identify potential site locations, draft reports, and prepare compliance presentations as needed to document the program
Provides special event support for Park After Dark and other annual Development Team and Trust outreach activities in the C&O Canal National Historical Park
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector
Demonstrated online research experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Flexible and self-motivated, able to work both independently and as part of a team
Personal qualities of integrity and credibility
Commitment to the mission of the C&O Canal Trust and to supporting public lands and community engagement
Genuine interest in pursuing a career in nonprofit fundraising
Preferred
CRM database experience is preferred
Benefits
Partial telework
100 percent employer-paid health insurance premiums
Vacation
Sick, and personal leave
Paid holidays
The Trust’s Simple IRA retirement program (up to 3 percent employer matched)
A surprising number of sunny days in the park
A fun and casual work environment
Company
Maryland Nonprofits
Maryland Nonprofits is a nonprofit organization that offers consulting, training, and legal services for the nonprofit community.
Founded in 1992
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Heather Iliff
President and CEO
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