POSTED: 02/09/2021
Salary:  $25/hr with potential for bonus
Job Type:  Part-time/Contract
Location:  NJ or Remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's (Preferred)
• Fundraising: 2 years (Preferred)
• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
• Marketing: 2 years (Preferred)

Full Job Description
Wafa House is seeking a passionate, experienced Development Associate to assist with the development of new revenue sources (individuals, corporations, and foundations) to fund the ongoing mission and strategic advancement of Wafa House. The person will also create and launch online funding campaigns. The Development Associate will work closely with the Executive Director and board to develop donor relationships. This is a six-month consulting project which can turn into a longer engagement. Must have availability to start on or before February 15th.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the development effort to raise funds for the vision and strategic plan of Wafa House.
• Assist with the development a portfolio of individual, corporate and foundation funders and prospects.
• Conduct and/or oversee targeted searches for individual, corporate, and/or foundation funders with funding interests that align with Wafa House.
• Manage efforts to secure donations and grants including drafting letters, reports and corporate sponsorship proposals.
• Develop and manage donor communications and correspondence.
• Create and manage online fundraising campaign.
• Create fundraising marketing materials together with outreach team.

Qualifications
The Development Associate is a proactive, confident self-starter that thrives in a fast-paced environment that values results. S/he is, persistent, and driven to succeed in leading efforts to grow philanthropic support and in setting and exceeding goals.

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least two years of relevant experience in nonprofit fundraising or external relations
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and organize programs and projects
• Excellent organizational and research skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships
• Has experience working in the Middle Eastern/Arabic/Islamic and understanding of community needs
• Collaborative working style
• Possess the highest standards of personal and professional integrity
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint) 

Employment Type
This is a six-month consulting position that can turn into a longer engagement. Must have availability to start on or before February 15th. Working remotely at this time provides flexibility in schedule and hours.

Applicant Submission Method
Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter
.
Job Types: part time, Contract
Schedule:

• Varies/flexible/remote

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Fundraising: 2 years (Preferred)
• Understanding of Middle Eastern/Arabic/Islamic community needs
• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Contract Length:

• 6 months to long term

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Virtual meetings

Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Commission pay

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Fundraising: 2 years (Preferred)
• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
• Marketing: 2 years (Preferred)

Contract Length:

• 7 - 11 months
• Varies

Work Location:

• One location

Hours per week:

• 10-19

Company's website:

• www.wafahouse.org

Work Remotely:

• Temporarily due to COVID-19

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Virtual meetings