Founded in 1982 by Dr. David Heimbach, former Director of the University of Washington Burn Center; Janet Marvin R.N., former Associate Director of the University of Washington Burn Center; Frank Hanson, former Chief of the Seattle Fire Department; and Tom Stelleck, a Bellevue area business professional, the mission of the Northwest Burn Foundation is to prevent burns and to improve the quality of life for burn survivors through programs, education and research.
POSTION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Executive Director, our new Development Associate is responsible for the leadership, management and continuous growth of three signature fundraising events including our Annual Gala {March}, Golf Classic {June}, and Give Burns the Boot {October}. In addition, this opportunity is responsible for planning, creating, initiating and evaluating new and fresh special event opportunities that further advance the Foundation's mission and financial objectives. This position requires staffing support to other Foundation events and activities including community relations and scald kit program outreach.
Our successful future colleague will be a curious, passionate business professional possessing a sense of humor, unlimited energy and enthusiasm, and an outstanding work ethic.
As we look to fill this role, this opportunity requires someone who thrives on challenges, is a team player, works well under pressure, is a good public speaker, an all-around go-getter (self-motivated), incredibly organized, and loves to juggle (expert multi-tasker).
With a passion for helping burn injury survivors and their families take the next step in their journey to positive health, you must be a quick learner, able to both lead and take direction, exercise thoughtful judgment, and have a clear grasp of budget development, revenue and expense management.
REPORTS TO
Executive Director
SUPERVISOR CAPACITY
Volunteers, unpaid interns and/or support staff assigned to special events.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial responsibilities including budget development, revenue and expense management.
Event management, including planning to day-of execution, and post-event wrap-up.
Generation of new Foundation revenue by identifying, researching and soliciting donations, corporate sponsorships, ticket sales and gifts-in-kind.
Management of event committees, volunteers and their activities.
Coordination and creative design, production and distribution of all event related materials.
Development and weekly maintenance of event work back schedules.
Management of data for all event invitees, participants, suppliers, donors and sponsors.
Stewardship of all attendees, suppliers, donors and corporate sponsors.
Supervision of interns or support staff assigned to support special events.
QUALIFICATIONS
4-year degree from an accredited College/University. In lieu of a 4-year degree, a minimum 7 years of special events leadership and management.
Minimum of 2 years experience in special events or corporate sponsorship, with special emphasis on fundraising objectives.
Exceptional attention to detail and donor/sponsor fulfillment/stewardship.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in motivating and working with a diverse volunteer base.
Exceptional knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications, and Donor Perfect or Raiser's Edge.
Ability to be assertive, tactful, and confident and with the opportunity to collaborate with our burn injury survivors and their families, you are a warm, caring and sensitive individual.
DESIRABLE
Knowledge of the Pacific Northwest business and social community.
CFRE Certified
Member of the Public Relations Society of America and/or National Development Officers Association.
Previous experience working in a nonprofit organization.
An interest in working with a diverse adult and youth population located throughout the 5-states we serve.
COMPENSATION / BENEFITS
$33,000 annually with medical benefits after 90-days, a 403(b) retirement plan, paid holidays and vacation, and incentives from Costco and Key Bank. Our office is located in the heart of Ballard and we provide free parking, a professional and entrepreneurial work environment, casual attire, and a flexible work schedule.
Please note that this position entails work on evenings, weekends and holidays. This is a full-time salaried position with benefits and requires proof of Washington insurance and the satisfactory outcome from a criminal background verification prior to hire. This position offers no relocation assistance.
TO APPLY
Please submit a cover letter of no more than 2-pages in length along with your resume and 5 professional references to this Craig's List post. Applications submitted after the stated deadline below will not be considered.
HIRING TIMELINE
Applications accepted February 13 to 19, 2012
Review of applications February 20 to 22, 2012
1st round interviews will be conducted February 23 to 29, 2012 and will require candidates to provide previous work samples. Candidates selected for a second round interview will complete a brief written Q & A.
2nd round interviews will be conducted March 1 to 7, 2012
Final 3 candidates will be required to attend our 2012 Annual gala event on Saturday, March 17th, 2012 at Salty's on Alki Beach where they will mix and mingle with our Board of Directors, event sponsors, staff, guests and volunteers.
Candidate will be extended an offer on March 20, 2012.
Expected start date is April 2, 2012.
- Location: Ballard
- This is at a non-profit organization.
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