Fundraising Coordinator at Homes for Our Troops

Taunton, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fundraising, Event Planning, Customer Service, Interpersonal Skills, Communication, Organization, Negotiation, Leadership, Attention To Detail, Teamwork, Time Management, Project Management, Technical Support, Budget Management, Database Management, Social Media

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Are you looking to give back and feel good about the work you do? Is flexibility and a great benefits package important to you? Well, you’ve found what you’re looking for right here at Homes For Our Troops! Homes For Our Troops is looking for creative, energetic and passionate individuals to join our team! Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you’re new to the nonprofit industry, returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar. Here at HFOT, we offer Full Time employees competitive pay and benefits including Medical and Dental Plans, a 401k Plan with an employer match, Flexibility, Paid Holidays, Vacation/Sick Time, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance and Company Apparel. HFOT contributes up to 80% of Full Time employees’ Medical and Dental premium costs. In addition to our excellent benefits package, HFOT offers a flexible work schedule. Generally, HFOT’s hybrid approach is that after 90 days, employees spend about 50% of their time working in the HFOT office in Taunton, MA and about 50% of their time working from home, if the employee’s role and job responsibilities are suited to such an arrangement. We believe in a collaborative work environment with versatile leadership, great teammates, and a purposeful Mission of building specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post – 9/11 Veterans, to enable them to rebuild their lives. We’re proud to have a 4 star rating from Charity Navigator. Note: Although HFOT offers a flexible work schedule, this position requires work in the Taunton, MA office location two or more days per week. Position Summary The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel. The Community Fundraising Coordinator serves as the main point of contact and support for project based fundraising events and independent (3rd party) fundraising events. The Community Fundraising Coordinator will cultivate relationships with past and new fundraiser hosts to increase fundraising efforts across the nation, focusing in the communities where HFOT is building homes. They will ensure that each fundraiser is registered and provided the appropriate tools and materials to generate maximum revenue and exposure. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Research communities where HFOT will build homes, and create a fundraising outreach and cultivation plan to reach fiscal goals for each project based on Veteran, location and opportunity. Integrate the fundraising plan with the overall community engagement plan. Solicit and recruit individuals/groups to hold independent fundraisers. Maintain contact and provide support through all phases of the fundraising cycle: Follow up with fundraising leads and inquiries, provide guidance, answer questions, and inform potential independent fundraisers of HFOT’s policies and procedures. Establish best practices for hosting a fundraiser. Review, and approve or reject all incoming Independent Fundraising proposals. Provide approved independent fundraisers with appropriate logo and promotional material. Review and approve all use of HFOT's name and logo on any event promotional material and press releases. List fundraisers on HFOT website events calendar as appropriate. Work with HFOT staff to identify and invite HFOT Veterans to attend and participate in key independent fundraising events and check presentations. Work with HFOT staff to identify and invite corporate partners, foundations, HFOT ambassadors, and HFOT Board Directors to independent fundraisers as appropriate. Fully brief HFOT representatives attending independent fundraisers. Maintain record keeping and follow procedures in Raiser’s Edge database and current online fundraising platform. Set up campaigns or ticketing pages, provide technical support to users and donors, and work with appropriate team members to ensure all fundraising gifts, events, and hosts are recorded accurately in the Raiser’s Edge database. Manage all follow up and administrative tasks relating to independent fundraisers. Create and coordinate delivery or presentation of Certificates of Appreciation, thank you gifts, and follow up notes to hosts and key volunteers. Assist in the promotion and execution of HFOT sponsored events such as the Golf Classic and TEAM HFOT running team. Work with Marketing team to develop and maintain meaningful content, and provide recommendations to promote fundraising on the website and social media. Assist with annual and monthly budget projections and reporting pertaining to independent fundraising efforts. Due to the nature of the work environment, it is required that all staff members perform duties beyond their job description, such as, but not limited to, answering phones, taking messages, and helping other employees when assistance is needed. Serve on internal HFOT committees and working groups as necessary. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Compatibility with the HFOT culture: HFOT is a dedicated, loyal, and cohesive team, led by skilled and versatile leaders, focused on excellence, ethical conduct and the quality of the services we provide. Bachelor’s degree or 2 + years’ work-experience in special events planning, fundraising or customer service. Candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills including but not limited to outstanding verbal and written communication, organizational, negotiation, and leadership skills, and must possess keen attention to detail. Candidate must be customer service oriented, have a friendly and professional speaking voice with strong phone etiquette skills, a positive and energetic attitude, and strong desire to meet goals and commitments. Must be a team player and have the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals (HFOT executives, corporate leaders, Veterans, staff and volunteers) in a team environment. Excellent time-management and organizational skills with the ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Ability to independently initiate projects and activities, and set priorities. Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as necessary. Proficient in the use of computers, office equipment and Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Power Point. Knowledge and experience in non-profit database Raiser’s Edge preferred. Experience in budget creation and management preferred. Flexible, discreet and able to maintain confidential information. Ability to follow appropriate protocol for specific situations. Working Conditions and Physical Effort Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. Must be able to lift 25 lbs. Approximately 15% travel required – may include day or overnight trips, weekday and/or weekend. Salary Commensurate with experience Job Benefits Homes For Our Troops offers Full Time employees a superior benefits package including Medical and Dental Plans, a 401k Plan with an employer match, Paid Holidays, Vacation/Sick Time, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance and Company Apparel. HFOT contributes up to 80% of Full Time employees’ Medical and Dental premium costs. In addition to our excellent benefits package, HFOT offers a flexible work schedule. Generally, HFOT’s hybrid approach is that after 90 days, employees spend about 50% of their time working in the HFOT office and about 50% of their time working from home, if the employee’s role and job responsibilities are suited to such an arrangement. Company Profile Location: 6 Main Street, Taunton, MA 02780 Web Site: https://www.hfotusa.org Equal Opportunity Employer Homes For Our Troops, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, marital status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Community Fundraising Coordinator serves as the main point of contact for project-based fundraising events and will cultivate relationships with fundraiser hosts to increase fundraising efforts. They will ensure fundraisers are registered and provided with the necessary tools and materials to maximize revenue and exposure.