Community Power Network seeks Development Officer

By Ben Delman on April 13, 2016

Community Power Network (including DC SUN, MD SUN, WV SUN, VA SUN, OH SUN, and FL SUN) is seeking a full-time Development Officer who specializes in nonprofits to help us grow our organization. Officer will be responsible for foundation fundraising and direct fundraising efforts. Duties will include writing proposals; tracking our grants; preparing budgets and reports for grant applications; identifying and seeking new sources of funding; managing email and online campaigns for direct fundraising efforts; helping us develop business plans for expanding our programs; and working with our bookkeeper to provide accurate and timely reports to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities

  • Writing proposals and reports
  • Tracking existing grants and reporting requirements
  • Developing and tracking program budgets in conjunction with program staff
  • Preparing budget summaries and reports for grant reporting and staff updates
  • Identifying and pursuing additional funding opportunities from foundations and other sources of support
  • Developing and implementing direct fundraising campaigns
  • Helping with online research on various foundation topics
  • Maintaining office systems and work processes related to grant tracking and applications
  • Joining Executive Committee in guiding strategy and direction of organization

Qualifications

At least three years experience working with nonprofits and grant fundraising required. Passion about sustainability, creativity, and a drive to transform the world is a must. Officer will be comfortable using Excel, have excellent writing skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to learn Salesforce tracking system. Experience with membership and marketing a plus. Position is full-time and includes benefits. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

To apply, send resume and cover letter to Emily Stiever at: [email protected].

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