Fund Developer Trainee

Company: Rural Community Assistance Corporation
Location: West Sacramento
Posted on: June 18, 2022

Job Description:

Communications and DevelopmentThe Communications and Development (C&D) department raises funds and manages all communications for the organization. Each year, the Development team raises more than $25 million to support RCAC's work. The Communications team manages all marketing and publications and creates advocacy and social media materials. Position DescriptionThe Fund Developer trainee will work with the Fund Development Manager and the C&D Director to learn to plan, develop and secure grants, contracts and investments for the corporation. Training will include the following essential fund development skills: funder research; ability to understand a wide range of requests for proposals; coordinate, plan and write grant applications and sponsorship requests; assist with securing Loan Fund investments; schedule funder meetings and record minutes; edit, prepare, format, and package proposals; compile appendices and attachments; and submit proposals on multiple grant submission platforms. Candidates for the Fund Developer trainee position should be experienced in Microsoft Office programs and various databases and systems and possess strong writing skills with a keen attention to detail. It is expected that training will last from 12 to 18 months and will lead to promotion to Fund Developer.Specific job goals, objectives and tasks are established for each employee as part of the annual evaluation and work plan process. Examples of responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to the following:-- Assist with grant proposal developmentAssist with fundraising for conferences and other events as neededConduct funder research and outreach; prepare debriefs for funder meetingsEdit, proofread, prepare, format and package proposal submissionsCompile appendices and attachments, including various formsSubmit grant proposals on varied platformsUse excellent written and verbal communication skills to draft a wide range of documentsUse Microsoft Office, spreadsheet, database and presentation computer softwareWork with minimum supervision and handle multiple priorities simultaneouslyFollow detailed instructionsTroubleshoot and problem solveOrganize and prioritize work to meet timelines and deadlinesWork independently and as part of a teamManage tasks and resources effectively and efficientlyBe an active member of the Communications and Development team; enhance the team's effectiveness and performancePerform other duties as assignedSkills and QualificationsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to proofread and edit documentsProficiency with Microsoft Office, spreadsheet, database and presentation computer softwareAbility to work with minimum supervision and handle multiple priorities simultaneouslyAbility to follow detailed instructionsAbility to use initiative to troubleshoot and problem solveAbility to organize and prioritize work to meet timelines and deadlinesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamPhysical Job Requirements:The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. --Work performed in an office requires ability to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment, including telephone. Use may be moderate (average 2 hours per day) to heavy (4 or more hours per day).While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time; walk; talk; hear; use hand to manipulate; handle; feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.The employee may occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.--This position may also require moderate travel.Preferred Education and ExperienceA combination of experience and education is necessary to qualify for the position. A typical qualifying combination may be:Preferred Education:Associate's degree at a minimum. Working toward a bachelor's degree preferred.Experience:Candidates should have a strong writing background and desire to pursue Fund Development as a career. Some understanding of nonprofit operations is helpful, but no previous experience is required.RCAC employees are federally mandated to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.PI181667273

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