FUNDRAISING / DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT

This is a Full Time Job

Film Independent
Job Description
Fundraising Assistant
Reports to: Senior Director

Job Description:

As an integral part of the Development/Fundraising Department, the Fundraising Assistant supports all efforts of the Senior Director and the Development/Fundraising Department.

Duties:

• Manage donor databases including data entry, on-line shipping database, invoicing, gift and pledge entry, gift acknowledgements, track receivables and revenue reconciliation
• Draft/Route Sponsor Agreements
• Organize and update fundraising/sales kits with Film Independent collateral materials, including cd/dvd duplication
• Assist in the on-site management of Film Independent sponsors, as assigned
• Research potential donor prospects using all available resources such as publications, internet, guides, etc.
• Prepare expense reports
• Schedule meetings, plan travel itineraries
• Track staff prospect assignments, including progress toward goals, prepare meeting agendas and materials
• Answer phones, maintain files, use copier, fax, route publications, order office supplies, general office duties
• Support activities of Senior Director and the Development/Fundraising Department staff
• Recruit and manage interns
• Order sponsor product i.e. beverages for year-round events
• Other duties, as assigned


Requirements:

• Strong oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills required.
• Computer proficiency in Word, Excel, Filemaker Pro, Mac proficiency a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Fundraising and/or entertainment industry experience helpful.

Competencies:

• Organizational skills
• Integrity
• Communication skills
• Customer focus
• Initiative
• Team-player
• Energy/enthusiasm
• Assertiveness
• Listening skills
• Dedication
• Demonstrating the ability to acquire understanding and absorb new information rapidly
• Open to constructive criticism
• Setting clear and fair stretch goals
• Actively breaking down barriers of diversity and visibly fighting discrimination
• Exhibiting excitement and ''can-do'' attitude
• Managing time well
• Exhibiting a strong desire to achieve and a high level of dedication to Film Independent
• Going beyond the call of duty, achieving results despite lack of resources and showing a bias for action