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FT Development Specialist

Employer
Covenant House Georgia
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Closing date
Dec 9, 2019

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PURPOSE OF POSITION:  The Development Specialist supports the Development Team and donor outreach efforts by enhancing and executing stewardship plans, performing administrative tasks, developing and/or implementing strategies to create, strengthen, and elevate donor recognition programs, and managing social media/marketing presence while assisting with communications. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Covenant House Georgia reserves the right to unilaterally modify, remove, or add to any of the following:

  • Implement stewardship strategies that strengthen long-term relationships with major donors
  • Develop stewardship plans for donors at various recognition levels within the major gift program
  • Process personal acknowledgment and stewardship letters for signature by Executive Director/Development Director weekly
  • Collaborate with team to develop consistent acknowledgment and recognition procedures for individual, in-kind, event related, and foundation gifts for all groups
  • Research and prepare summaries and reports that serve as background for executive meetings and conversations with major donors
  • Support a process that prompts Executive Director and development team in maintaining personal contact with major donors and volunteers
  • Maintain a well-kept and organized data base system including, but not limited to: donor names, up to date notes about donors and foundations, current addresses and gift information (experience in Donor Perfect is a plus)
  • Research donors and event attendees and report to Development Manager and Major Gifts Officer
  • Create marketing materials such as flyers, website design, and other items as needed for events and CHGA initiatives
  • Build and execute social media strategy through research, messaging and audience identification
  • Generate, edit, publish and share daily content (original text, images, video or HTML) that builds meaningful connections and encourages community members to take action
  • Moderate all user-generated content in line with CHGA policies
  • Continuously improve by capturing and analyzing the appropriate social data/metrics, insights and best practices and then acting on the information
  • Collaborate with other departments to manage reputation, identify key players and coordinate actions
  • Manage Covenant House Georgia’s Auction efforts that support our major gala in April to raise funds for CHGA
  • Assisting the Development team with events/speaking opportunities as needed

Key Working Relationships:                                         

  • Internal: Development Team, program staff throughout the agency, members of the executive team
  • External: CHGA donors, volunteers, board members, and vendors

Personal Skills:

  • Excellent organization skills, detail oriented
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Collaborative work style
  • Highly organized with the ability to prioritize multiple requests
  • Good decision-making skills, tactful, good listener, willingness to search out answers, ability to recognize when others need to be involved in activities or decisions
  • Creativity, curiosity, sense of humor, high energy level, and an enthusiasm for meeting and working with a wide range of individuals
  • Understanding of individual donor needs and perceptions
  • Working professionally and effectively in a team environment
  • Adhering to multiple timelines and deadlines
  • Working flexible hours as required in order to meet client needs during events which may take place outside of regular Monday-Friday business hours; this may include evenings, weekends and early mornings.
  • In addition:
  • Upholds Covenant House Georgia standards of conduct, policies and procedures at all times.
  • Models appropriate, professional behavior for staff to establish and maintain superior services to youth in a safe and inviting atmosphere.
  • Ensures that all buildings and surrounding areas are safe and free from any conditions that may cause harm or danger to youth, staff, volunteers, or visitors.
  • Ensures compliance of files in accordance to specific city, state and Federal guidelines.
  • Participates in other CHGA programs and activities as required.
  • Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with co-workers, supervisors, representatives of other agencies, and the public.
  • Effectively communicates, verbally and in writing, with both internal and external individuals and/or businesses.
  • Responds in a timely manner to emergencies and resolve issues.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:  There are no supervisory responsibilities with this position.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred
  • Demonstrated skills in writing, organization, and attention to detail
  • Prior experience with donor databases and prospect tracking systems
  • Prior experience working in a staff capacity for volunteers and executives
  • Prior experience with cultivation and recognition events

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed.
  • Ability to work standing, walking, and/or sitting a minimum of 8 hours per day/shift.
  • Ability to drive agency or personal vehicles to transport items and/or persons.
  • Valid Georgia Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
  • Ability to travel as needed for training or to fulfill job requirements.

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OUR MISSION

At Covenant House Georgia (CHGA), we are much more than a shelter. We provide more than a bed and a meal for youth experiencing homelessness and escaping trafficking; we show unconditional love and give comprehensive support so that our youth can and will realize their fullest potential.

That commitment calls us to serve suffering children of the street, and to protect and safeguard all children. Just as Christ in His humanity is the visible sign of God's presence among His people, so our efforts together in the covenant community are a visible sign that effects the presence of God, working through the Holy Spirit among ourselves and our kids.

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Location
1559 Johnson Rd. NW
Atlanta
GA
30318
United States

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