POSITION SUMMARY
This individual will work closely with the PVM Foundation’s Director of Philanthropy Operations to manage awarded grants, to research funding opportunities, write grant proposals and reports, and assist with projects. This individual will have excellent project management skills, experience in maintaining project momentum and garnering support from colleagues. This individual will have great written communication, organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. A bachelor’s degree in English, writing, communications, journalism, public administration, public relations, fundraising, project management or a related field is preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential Duties
1. Oversee awarded grants, tracking milestones and award spending, and report progress to Director of Philanthropy Operations, PVM Foundation team and/or funders
2. Research and write proposals and reports for foundations, churches and other organizations
3. Educate prospects on PVM and PVM Foundation activities and needs, and complete successful moves management using fundraising techniques and knowledge
4. Monitor fundraising progress of all assigned donor prospects to determine appropriate strategies to maximize fundraising
5. Assist in strengthening other functional programs and initiatives of the organization by providing new ideas, and promoting and participating in events
6. Create and maintain a positive atmosphere of leadership including continuous quality improvement, teamwork, mutual respect, professionalism, and accountability (entering gifts, drafting thank you letters, proofreading appeals, clerical support, etc.)
7. Attend and participate in all appropriate meetings and training opportunities in order to keep informed on current information and skill development
8. Follow established policies and procedures including but not limited to:
9. Perform other duties as assigned
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism, Fundraising, Public Relations, Project Management or related field. Experience equivalent to education considered.
Experience: One to three years’ experience in project management and/or communications preferred, but not required.
Computer Skills
Communications/Interpersonal Skills:
Certificates & Licenses
Other Requirements
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Employee will work in normal office conditions but will be exposed to a variety of other environments such as public settings, long-term care, individual homes in the course of relationship development and solicitation.
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